The price of gold has stabilized at $1,430 per ounce. The US will begin escorting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and start negotiations with Iran.
Brent crude fell to $106 following Trump's statement on vessel protection. The U.S. President also reported on negotiations with Iran regarding ending the war.
Artem Revensky pleaded guilty to hacking a gas facility in Poltava. His group planned explosions and attacks on the energy systems of Ukraine and Western countries.
In April, Ukraine carried out 21 strikes on Russian oil facilities. Due to the attacks, oil refining volumes in Russia have fallen to their lowest level since 2009.
The share of Chinese imports of sanctioned goods to the Russian Federation has risen to 90%. This allows Moscow to ramp up the production of missiles and drones for the war.
Zelenskyy urged the West not to weaken sanctions against Russia. Moscow may demand the removal of SWIFT restrictions in exchange for a cease- fire.
Zelenskyy linked the pause in negotiations to the war in the Middle East. No proposals regarding a May 9th truce have been received from the US or Russia so far.
The US plans to deploy Dark Eagle missiles for strikes against targets deep inside Iran. The range of the new hypersonic weapon exceeds 2,700 kilometers.
The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the Fed's decision and the war in Iran. Brent crude rose to $118, while silver and platinum are showing growth.
Ford is in talks with the US government regarding participation in defense projects. The company plans to supply critical materials and compete with Lockheed Martin.
The tankers Kosmos, Luch, Orion, and Mercury have changed their flags to Russian and are heading to the Arctic. They will transport gas from sanctioned Russian projects.
The EU plans to provide 8. 4 billion euros on the condition of abolishing the 5% tax for businesses. The reform would bring 40 billion UAH to the budget, but faces resistance in Kyiv.
Trump ordered to prepare for prolonged blockade of Iran to pressure its nuclear program. The US rejected Tehran's conditions for unblocking the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent crude price rose to $111. 26 due to the near-total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump announced negotiations with Iran regarding unblocking the sea route.
Kosovo's parliament failed to elect a president by the deadline, automatically triggering new elections. The political crisis has lasted for two years and is blocking the path to the EU.
Google has provided the Pentagon with access to commercial AI model APIs for classified tasks. Company employees are protesting the deal due to potential risks.
The Federation of Indian Airlines states there is a risk of flight cancellations due to high fuel costs. The government has introduced price caps and incentives for the industry.
Russia's seaborne oil shipments reached a one-month high due to attacks on refineries. Moscow's weekly export revenues rose to $2.35 billion.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced the creation of a corridor for vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. A complete clearing of the path from Iranian mines could take up to six months.
Brent crude rose to $108 due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The US is considering Iran's conditions for a ceasefire and the restoration of transit.
Gold is trading near $4,690 amid discussions of Iran's peace proposal. Tehran is offering to open the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting the blockade.
Rubio stated that the US will not tolerate Iranian control in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran is offering peace in exchange for postponing nuclear negotiations.
Mexico stated that two killed US agents did not have permission for the operation against the drug laboratory in Chihuahua. President Sheinbaum emphasized the violation of safety protocols.
The US stock market reacts to Trump's statements and posts, which determine sharp changes in the S&P 500. Experts call such influence unprecedented in history.
Only two fuel tankers and one vessel to Iran are passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Traffic has decreased due to attacks and US sanctions against Iran.
António Costa urged EU leaders to be autonomous due to diverging interests with the US. The bloc fears an energy crisis and pressure from Washington.
At the summit in Cyprus, readiness to start negotiations in the coming months was announced. Zelenskyy rejected associate membership, demanding full membership.
The Russian regulator plans to cut the rate to 14. 5% amid falling production. Risks of war in the Middle East and budget expenditures are holding back the pace of easing.
The tanker Yuri, carrying 2 million barrels of oil, is attempting to break through the US naval blockade. Movement through the strait has almost stopped due to the interception and shelling of vessels.
Brent price approached $105 per barrel due to escalating conflict with Iran. The US has tightened its naval blockade and control in the Strait of Hormuz.
