The wear and tear of Russia's infrastructure has exceeded 50%, and the number of accidents has doubled. Due to war expenditures, regions are cutting funding and raising tariffs.
Due to the oil embargo and fuel shortages, establishments are closing and flights are being canceled in Havana. The number of tourists in February fell to 77.6 thousand people.
Fatih Birol proposed a new route for oil exports from Iraq to Turkey. The project is intended to strengthen Europe's energy security and reduce logistical risks.
Due to oil and gas shortages, Pakistan has been gripped by an energy crisis with prolonged blackouts. The country has become a mediator in peace talks in the Middle East.
Shipping has been halted due to Iran's demands to lift restrictions on their ports. The US is considering intercepting tankers to resume oil traffic.
Due to the underproduction of 500 million barrels of oil, the global market lost $50 billion. The Persian Gulf countries and the aviation industry suffered the biggest losses.
The Defense Forces hit the Atlant Aero enterprise and the occupiers' ammunition depots. Significant damage to the Tuapse oil refinery and fuel tanks has also been confirmed.
Russian military complains about air defense overload and lack of anti-aircraft missiles to protect ports. ISW reports on the creation of mobile fire groups in Russia.
DTEK specialists have supplied power to most consumers after a fire at the substation. Currently, only a part of the private sector remains without electricity.
Ukraine calls on the US administration to reinstate sanctions against Russian oil and petroleum products.
Ukrenergo does not plan to restrict electricity consumption on Sunday. Citizens are asked to shift appliance usage to daytime and conserve electricity in the evening.
IATA warns of possible flight cancellations in Europe from late May. The reason for the fuel shortage is the war in the Middle East and the blockade of the strait.
Democrats are outraged by the lifting of sanctions against Russian oil after a massive attack on Ukraine. They call for increased pressure on the Kremlin instead of making concessions.
As a result of Iran's blockade of the strait, two civilian vessels were fired upon. Due to the naval siege of the ports, 23 merchant ships were forced to change their course.
Egypt is cooperating with Pakistan to create a framework agreement between the US and Iran. Efforts are aimed at stabilizing energy markets and security in the region.
Alpha special forces damaged the landing ships Yamal, Azov, and enemy logistics. Radar systems and enemy fuel tanks were also destroyed.
The Defense Forces attacked an oil refinery in the Samara region and terminals in other regions of the Russian Federation. Fuel storage sites and repair bases in the occupied territories were hit.
Serbian NIS has been granted permission to operate until mid-June for oil imports. Belgrade expects Russian Gazprom Neft to withdraw from its shareholders.
Iranian authorities announced military control over the strait due to US actions. Five tankers carrying millions of barrels of oil were forced to change their course.
The Russian attack on April 18 caused emergency damage to power grids in Chernihiv. Energy workers are working to restore power to 25,000 subscribers.
On the morning of April 18, drones struck Rosneft's oil refinery. A fire broke out at the ELOU-AVT-6 unit after a series of powerful explosions.
Partisans burned down a transformer at a strategic facility in the occupied city. Due to the sabotage, the railway hub for transferring Russian weapons has been blocked.
A fire broke out on Cape Manganari as a result of a prolonged drone attack. The occupation authorities confirmed the fire but denied the presence of fuel reserves.
The Russian attack damaged a facility in Nizhyn district. Chernihiv, Nizhyn, Pryluky, and surrounding areas are without power, and restoration work is underway.
The Trump administration extended exemptions from sanctions on oil from the Russian Federation until May 16 to curb prices. The decision was made despite previous promises by the authorities.
Brent crude fell to $90. 38 after Iran announced permission for ships to pass. At least 20 tankers have already begun moving through the strategic route.
Fires broke out at oil infrastructure facilities in Tikhoretsk and Kozacha Bukhta. Authorities report air defense operations and no casualties.
The dollar's exchange rate fell to 97. 96 amid statements from Iran and the US about the resumption of shipping. Investors are choosing risky assets, which has led to a decrease in oil prices.
Shipments exceeded 200,000 barrels per day due to problems in the Strait of Hormuz. Companies pay $3 million for vessels to pass without queuing.
At the plant in Tuapse, the fire has not been extinguished for 42 hours. Due to smoke and damaged buildings, residents are urged to wear respirators and not open windows.
