Donald Trump expected a much larger jump in oil prices and a worsening of the economy. Currently, Brent crude has risen to $115 per barrel.
Netanyahu stated that the operation at the South Pars field was carried out without US involvement. Donald Trump urged Israel to refrain from similar attacks in the future.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will discuss cooperation in economic security with Donald Trump. She presented proposals on energy and minerals.
Electricity restrictions are being introduced in all regions of Ukraine from 08:00 to 22:00. The reason for this is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy system facilities.
Iranian missiles hit Haifa oil refineries during a massive shelling. Rescue services report no casualties.
Oil loading in Saudi Arabia has resumed after personnel were evacuated due to a drone crash. Damage to the SAMREF plant is assessed as minimal.
Due to Iranian strikes, Qatar lost 17% of its LNG exports and $20 billion in revenue. Repairs will take up to five years, threatening gas supplies to Europe.
The European Council calls for restrictions on Russia's shadow fleet and banking system. Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment of a 90 billion euro loan in early April.
Ukraine and Moldova are jointly eliminating Dniester pollution with oil products after Russian attacks. The SBU has opened a case, and specialists are conducting constant monitoring.
The National Bank expects a higher inflation trajectory due to rising oil product prices amid the war in the Middle East. The regulator plans to stabilize the market.
Naftogaz presented to EU partners a plan for the reconstruction of the Brody station and an assessment of the damage. The European Union will provide financial and technical assistance for the repairs.
Saudi Arabia intercepted a missile over the port of Yanbu, and a drone attacked the Mina al-Ahmadi plant in Kuwait. Tehran has intensified strikes on the region's energy facilities.
Andriy Sybiha called for stronger sanctions and the arrest of Russia's shadow fleet due to the threat to Europe. The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine insists on the adoption of the 20th package of EU sanctions.
Yulia Svyrydenko presented a plan for regional energy resilience worth UAH 278 billion. Diplomats are to engage partners for the procurement of equipment and fuel.
Kaja Kallas called on EU leaders to unblock a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine. Viktor Orbán is blocking aid over the issue of Russian oil supplies.
The Russian dictator has not held public events in the Kremlin for nine days. Meetings with officials may be pre-recorded videos.
Due to Russian attacks, parts of Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions are without electricity. Power outage schedules are in effect across Ukraine until 9 PM.
Iran attacked the world's largest LNG plant in Ras Laffan, causing Brent to rise to $112. Experts warn of a global supply shock.
At the EU summit, they will try to force Hungary to unblock 90 billion euros for Kyiv. Diplomats call Orban's position a crisis of trust and an act of desperation.
Donald Trump threatened Iran with the destruction of a gas field in case of new attacks on Qatar. The US President emphasized his readiness to act decisively and harshly.
Companies bid for 1. 3 million acres of land during a record US auction. This is the first such sale of licenses in Alaska since 2019.
Brazil has sent shipments of food and medicine to Cuba to support the population. The country is suffering from fuel shortages and regular power outages.
Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta are urging the EC to intervene due to the risk of an oil spill. A damaged vessel from Russia's shadow fleet has lost control.
The US Treasury Department has authorized transactions with Venezuela's PDVSA to stabilize global prices. The decision aims to increase fuel supply.
Brent crude reached $107 after Iran threatened to attack facilities in the Persian Gulf. A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens 20 percent of global supplies.
Qatari authorities declared Iranian attachés personae non gratae, demanding they leave the country within 24 hours. This is in response to the attack on the Ras Laffan industrial hub.
An enemy drone damaged a critical infrastructure facility in one of the region's districts. Services are eliminating the consequences of the hit and restoring electricity supply.
Iran attacked the industrial city of Ras Laffan, where the largest gas export plant is located, with missiles. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the actions and promised retaliatory measures.
In Qatar, missiles hit an industrial city with large oil refining and gas plants. The fire was brought under control, and there is no information about casualties.
As a result of the drone attack on the energy infrastructure, part of the community was left without electricity. Water supply disruptions were also recorded in the city.
