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Brent crude rose to $115. 73, and WTI surpassed $102.77 per barrel. The market is reacting to the expanding conflict and the threat to fuel supplies.
Egyptian diplomat Nabil Fahmy will replace Ahmed Aboul Gheit as Secretary-General in 2026. The decision was made unanimously during a video conference.
The Pontiff condemned the conflict in Iran and the use of religion to justify aggression. Leo XIV called for a ceasefire and the protection of Eastern Christians.
In Dagestan, heavy rains flooded the capital and damaged a railway bridge. Over 327,000 residents in 283 settlements were left without electricity.
Due to prolonged heavy rains and extensive flooding in Kenya, 108 people have died. The disaster destroyed infrastructure and forced 2,700 families to leave their homes.
Two sailboats carrying medicine and food arrived in Cuba after disappearing due to bad weather. The Mexican Navy found the crews safe near the island.
The US Vice President received 53% of the votes in a CPAC poll, surpassing Marco Rubio. Conservatives see him as the next leader of the MAGA movement after Trump.
Missile fragments up to five meters long are being found in the West Bank and Israel. The debris contains toxic substances and poses a threat to civilian lives.
Massive protests against the war in Iran, immigration policy, and Trump's economy have begun in the US. Protesters also express support for Ukraine.
The Handala group published over 300 emails and personal photos of Kash Patel. The FBI confirmed the breach, stating that no government data had been leaked.
The US Secretary of State announced that the operation against Iran is ahead of schedule. Aviation will be involved to achieve the goals, but the Marines have already been deployed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is finalizing agreements with the UAE and Qatar on cooperation in air defense and drones. The countries will exchange experience in countering Iranian attacks.
Due to drone strikes on the ports of Ust-Luga and Primorsk, oil exports have been halted. Fuel loading may not resume until mid-April due to fires.
Starting in June, the US will begin printing currency with Donald Trump's signature to commemorate the 250th anniversary of independence. The first banknotes will enter circulation in June.
Ukraine is attacking Russian energy infrastructure to pressure Moscow over easing sanctions. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of responses to stop aggression.
Damage to the railway overpass in the port blocked fuel oil exports for four large plants. Enterprises are preparing to shut down units due to a lack of storage capacity for fuel.
Archaeologists in Maastricht discovered a skeleton with a bullet and a 17th-century coin. Experts are conducting DNA analysis to confirm the identity of the legendary musketeer.
Tehran is strengthening Kharg Island's defenses with mines and MANPADS to counter a US landing. The Trump administration is considering seizing the facility as leverage.
Donald Trump joked about the offer to lead Iran during a speech in Washington. Tehran is considering a 15-point US plan to end the war.
Zelenskyy stated that the US demands the withdrawal of troops from Donbas for guarantees. Retreat would jeopardize the security of Ukraine and all of Europe.
Due to attacks on ports and pipelines, Russia has lost the ability to export 2 million barrels per day. This has become the most serious disruption in modern history.
Due to a drone attack and a large-scale fire at the terminals, fuel shipments have been suspended. Smoke from the fire was visible from neighboring Finland.
Mette Frederiksen submitted her government's resignation to the King due to the coalition's loss of positions. Neither bloc gained a majority, leading to difficult negotiations.
The Pontiff called for an immediate ceasefire and dialogue amid a million refugees. Pope Leo is concerned about a possible US military presence in the region.
French investigators searched the bank's offices in a corruption case involving diplomat Fabrice Aidan. The investigation is looking into the transfer of confidential UN data to Jeffrey Epstein.
The US President's approval rating has fallen to a minimum due to strikes on Iran and expensive energy. Only 25% of Americans approve of his economic policy.
Beijing is collecting data on seabed topography and water salinity in three oceans. These studies will help submarines avoid detection by US sonars.
Tehran rejects Washington's statements about contacts and demonstrates unwillingness to make concessions. This complicates de-escalation of the conflict and a ceasefire in Lebanon.
The EU has postponed the deadline for submitting a proposal to ban oil from the Russian Federation due to geopolitics. The plan envisages a complete rejection of Russian supplies by the end of 2027.
A Los Angeles court case concerning social media addiction has reached a deadlock due to juror disagreement. The lawsuit was filed by a woman over her child's addiction to the platforms.