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.
The airline is suspending flights from Toronto and Montreal to JFK from June 1 to October 25. The reason for this is the doubling of fuel prices due to the conflict in Iran.
Andriy Sybiha and Hakan Fidan discussed cooperation in the defense sector, energy, and logistics. The parties are preparing a meeting of presidents to bring peace closer.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed energy protection from ballistic missiles in the US Congress. The parties agreed to strengthen financial and sanctions pressure on Russia.
The European Commission will propose that countries share kerosene due to reduced imports. The plan includes the creation of a fuel observatory and subsidies for airlines.
Slovakia will challenge energy sanctions against Russia in court due to a violation of the principle of unanimous voting. Bratislava demands the cancellation of gas limits.
Ukrenergo does not plan to limit electricity consumption this Saturday. Citizens are asked not to turn on powerful appliances during peak hours from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Sweden has allocated 4 billion to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is discussing the transfer of Gripen aircraft. The parties also agreed on humanitarian aid and energy resilience.
To conclude the agreement, the parties need to extend the truce. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens a global food crisis and a further increase in oil prices.
The Foreign Minister announced the Russia's preparation of massive strikes. Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire and is awaiting a negotiating team from the United States.
The President approved sanctions against the occupiers involved in missile strikes on Ukraine. The lists also include religious figures who justify the war.
The mandatory motivational letter has been canceled, and a limit of 10 applications has been set. Registration of personal accounts will begin on June 25 for 9th-grade graduates.
The European Commission has refuted the IEA's statement about kerosene reserves running out in six weeks. Currently, there are no signs of a systemic shortage or a threat of flight cancellations.
The vessels Deep Sea, Sonia I, and Diona exported 5 million barrels of oil despite sanctions. The tankers are heading to Singapore for further transshipment to China.
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The Hungarian Prime Minister took full blame for the loss after 16 years in power. He announced a radical restructuring of his Fidesz party.
