The British Prime Minister called for strengthening defense and energy independence due to global instability. The war in Iran should be a turning point for the country.
Strikes on fields and pipelines reduced production by 10% of exports. World oil prices rose by 30% and are approaching $97 per barrel.
Russia's special representative is holding talks in the US on Ukraine and oil sanctions. The meetings are taking place as the term of easing restrictions comes to an end.
The number of vessels in the strait has decreased from 140 to 7 per day. Global oil supplies have fallen by 20 percent due to the blocking of tankers in the Persian Gulf.
The Head of the Presidential Office stated that Ukraine's positions are strengthening due to attacks on Russia's oil and gas complex. According to him, Putin is being informed about these painful strikes on the energy system.
Defense Forces attacked an oil pumping station in Krasnodar Krai and UAV warehouses. Tor M1 air defense system and logistics facilities in Donetsk and Luhansk regions were also destroyed.
Expert Viktor Halchynskyi explained the increase in flight costs by the shortage of jet fuel and lack of reserves. Low-cost airlines will change their business model.
Ukrenergo is introducing restrictions for industrial and household consumers due to the consequences of Russian attacks. Citizens are urged to consume energy sparingly.
Authorities used military equipment to remove trucks and tractors from Foynes and Whitegate ports. Protesters are demanding lower fuel taxes.
IMF head Kristalina Georgieva warned of a slowdown in global growth due to the conflict. Even a peace agreement will not return the economy to the status quo.
British Defence Secretary John Healey warned Putin of retaliation for damage to cables and pipelines. British forces stopped a covert operation by Russian submarines.
Argentina's parliament supported Javier Milei's law to simplify mineral extraction in glaciers. Environmentalists are protesting due to the threat to freshwater sources.
Ukraine will respond to attacks on its energy system with strikes on Russian facilities. Halting attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure will stop retaliatory strikes.
The French Foreign Minister called Szijjártó's contacts with Lavrov regarding sanctions a violation of EU solidarity. The European Commission restricted Budapest's access to classified data.
Denys Shmyhal announced a winter preparation plan with gas injection into underground storage facilities. The minimum volume for stable system operation is 13.2 billion cubic meters.
Brussels will provide financial assistance through Kyiv's implementation of EU and IMF reforms. Hungary continues to block a 90 billion euro loan over the oil pipeline.
The President of Ukraine announced agreements with partners on reserve fuel supplies. The priority in resource distribution remains meeting the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Due to the energy crisis and rising Urals oil prices, Russia's tax revenues in April will reach 700 billion rubles. This is twice the figure for March.
The cost of Brent and WTI has risen again. Tankers are not resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz due to risks.
People's deputies voted to summon the head of the NEURC for a report. The reason was the commission's decisions, which led to the shutdown of generating capacities.
Consumer inflation accelerated in March, with clothing, footwear, and fuel seeing the biggest price increases. Food prices rose by 1.3%, and eggs increased in value by 7.7%.
Russia is trying to sell LNG disguised as fuel from Oman or Nigeria amid a shortage in the region. Buyers are offered fake documents and a shadow fleet.
Due to the war and energy crisis, Ukraine's GDP growth rate will fall to 1. 2%. Acceleration to 4% is possible only in 2027, provided the hostilities end as anticipated.
Ukrnafta reduced the price of A-95 gasoline by 3 hryvnias and diesel by 1 hryvnia. In Odesa, the OKKO network also updated its prices, while in Kyiv, prices remain stable.
The President stated that Washington is ignoring data on Russia's assistance to Iran in attacks on US bases. Russia provided Tehran with satellite photos of infrastructure.
The US has focused on the Middle East, which is why trilateral meetings with the Russian Federation have been postponed for now. The President is confident that the negotiation process will resume later.
Due to shelling and bad weather, consumers in seven regions are without power. Rolling blackouts for the population will be in effect nationwide today until 10:00 PM.
Russian drones damaged a critical infrastructure facility in Odesa region. There are no casualties, and work is underway to eliminate the consequences.
Syrskyi stated that enemy casualties from drones increased by 50% in March. Ukrainian UAVs perform over 11,000 combat missions daily at the front.
Experts predict a 45-cent per gallon drop in fuel costs within two weeks. Oil has already fallen below $100 following the Middle East ceasefire agreement.
