International Energy Agency Director Fatih Birol stated there is a "huge surplus" of oil in the markets, but warned of a potential "gas bidding war" due to the conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices have risen by 50% since the beginning of the year, and the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed to tankers.
The United States has asked Ukraine for help in protecting its bases and soldiers in the Middle East. Ukrainian specialists will begin work in the coming days.
The US and Qatar are discussing the acquisition of Ukrainian drones to shoot down Iranian "Shaheds," a source reports.
Researchers at Texas A&M University have successfully grown chickpeas in a lunar soil-based substrate. This paves the way for autonomous astronaut nutrition during long-duration missions to the Moon.
American singer Britney Spears was detained in Ventura County, California, on suspicion of driving under the influence. This occurred after the termination of her father's 13-year conservatorship.
24 US states, including California and New York, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over new 10% import tariffs. They argue that the president is illegally using the Trade Act of 1974 to circumvent a Supreme Court decision.
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that the decision to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was made by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in November 2025. Khamenei was eliminated in the early hours of a joint American-Israeli air campaign on February 28.
US President Donald Trump announced full support for a Kurdish uprising in Iran. The CIA is working to arm Iranian Kurdish forces to ignite a popular uprising.
German Uniper is negotiating with Canada to increase LNG purchases to diversify energy supplies. This will help Germany reduce its dependence on energy resources from the United States.
The ongoing crisis in Iran, which has halted energy supplies and LNG production in Qatar, threatens rising electricity prices in Europe. This will weaken the competitiveness of industry, says the CEO of Statkraft.
India and China are increasing their interest in Russian oil due to concerns about supplies from the Middle East. Prices for Russian Urals oil remain stable despite growing demand.
For over three weeks, Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets did not have enough missiles to shoot down Russian drones and missiles due to depleted supplies from partners. This occurred precisely as Moscow was preparing for a large-scale winter air campaign.
The European Union will appeal to international partners for additional funding for Ukraine to cover a €30 billion deficit. Hungary is blocking a €90 billion EU aid package due to a dispute over oil supplies.
The price of gold rose as capital shifted to safe-haven assets amid the intensifying military conflict in the Persian Gulf. The spot price increased by 0.8%, settling above $5100 per ounce.
The U. S. Department of Defense identified Major Jeffrey O'Brien and Chief Warrant Officer Robert M. Marzahn, who were killed in a drone attack. This attack claimed the lives of six American reservists in Port Shuaiba.
Australia has officially joined the G7 Critical Minerals Alliance. This partnership aims to create a reliable supply chain for lithium, uranium, and iron ore, bypassing China.
Over 200 people have died at the Rubaya mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to a landslide caused by prolonged heavy rains. The coltan-mining mine had previously been banned by the government due to critical safety conditions, but rebels continued to operate it.
The White House explained the redness on Donald Trump's neck as the use of a preventative cream. The president's doctor stated that this is a standard preventive measure that will last about a week.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the company would cease large-scale funding for leading AI developers such as OpenAI and Anthropic as they prepare to go public. Nvidia is transitioning from a co-owner role to a direct infrastructure provider, a move that led to a 2.6% rise in the company's shares.
A massive blackout occurred in Cuba due to the failure of the largest thermal power plant, leaving Havana and most of the country without electricity. Restoration could take up to 72 hours due to an outdated grid and a shortage of spare parts.
Ten Northern European countries, including Germany and Poland, have agreed to prepare for cross-border civilian evacuation. This decision was made based on Ukraine's experience to minimize chaos and protect citizens in the event of aggression.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the elimination of an Iranian official who led a unit that planned the assassination of Donald Trump. This elimination was an act of retaliation for the Iranian plot against the White House chief.
Qatar has declared force majeure on gas exports due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Restoring normal production volumes could take at least a month, leading to shortages in global markets.
OpenAI is considering deploying its artificial intelligence technology in NATO's unclassified networks. This follows an agreement with the Pentagon on the use of AI.
Russia is ready to reroute about 9. 5 million barrels of oil already near Indian waters to India to compensate for supply disruptions from the Middle East. India is looking for alternative sources of supply, as its crude oil reserves cover only 25 days of needs.
German intelligence has accused Moscow of concealing the true cost of the war, stating that Russia's budget deficit in 2025 exceeded the officially declared amount by more than 2. 36 trillion rubles. Western sanctions and falling oil prices are impacting the Russian economy.
The centrist Tisza party leads Orbán's Fidesz ahead of the April 12 elections, while the far-right Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland) is gaining support. Polls show many voters are still undecided.
The US military struck an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka. As a result of the incident, 32 people were rescued, and at least 101 are missing.
The Israeli military carried out a new wave of strikes on Tehran, targeting Iranian regime infrastructure, and on Beirut, hitting Hezbollah facilities. This is the tenth such wave of attacks since the beginning of the conflict.
U. S. federal prosecutors have informed interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez of potential charges of corruption and money laundering if she fails to comply with Trump's demands. The draft charges have been under development for the past two months.
