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Germany plans to create a strategic gas reserve before winter

The German government plans to create a gas reserve before winter, as storage facilities are only 22% full. The mechanism will protect the system from external shocks and crises.

Economy • March 18, 12:09 AM • 9533 views
Russian oil could partially save Cuba from fuel crisisPhoto

The vessel is transporting 700,000 barrels of oil to the island after a three-month hiatus. The delivery will only partially alleviate the shortage due to the lengthy refining time.

Economy • March 17, 10:47 PM • 10447 views
Europe can offer Trump a deal - support for the Iranian direction in exchange for aid to Ukraine

Finnish President Stubb supported the idea of US assistance in the Strait of Hormuz for the sake of Ukraine. This should ensure support for Kyiv and stable oil prices.

Politics • March 17, 09:56 PM • 18638 views
Naftogaz Supervisory Board elects chairman and forms new committees

Duncan Nightingale has been elected Chairman of the Naftogaz Supervisory Board, and Kostiantyn Maryevich as Deputy Chairman. Three committees have been established and the work schedule for 2026 has been approved.

Economy • March 17, 07:59 PM • 6937 views
Ukraine to resume transit of Russian oil via Druzhba in a month and a half

Zelenskyy informed the EC about the timeline for repairing the Brody pumping station after Russian attacks. Ukraine will build underground storage facilities and is looking for alternative routes.

Economy • March 17, 05:39 PM • 21046 views
Orban will block aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline are fully restored

Viktor Orban refuses to unblock financial aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies are fully restored. He accuses Kyiv of interference.

Economy • March 17, 04:00 PM • 5839 views
Kallas criticized Belgian PM's proposal to normalize relations with Russia - Reuters

Kaja Kallas denied Bart De Wever's words about secret support for normalizing relations with Russia. She warned against returning to business with the aggressor.

Politics • March 17, 03:39 PM • 5506 views
Cuba emerges from another blackout and tries to attract investors from the diaspora

Cuban authorities have allowed emigrants to invest in the private sector and banks. The country is restoring power after the sixth major blackout this year.

News of the World • March 17, 03:05 PM • 12418 views
EU expects progress on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine after the agreement on "Druzhba" - "ideally" this week

The European Commission expects progress on the loan by March 20 after Zelenskyy's agreement to repair the oil pipeline. Hungary previously blocked funds and new sanctions.

Economy • March 17, 02:51 PM • 30885 views
A Strategic Reserve with a budget of almost 200 million euros will be created within the framework of the Energy Support Fund of Ukraine - ShmyhalPhoto

Within the framework of the Support Fund, an equipment reserve is being created to prepare for winter. Ukraine's total recovery needs are estimated at 5.4 billion euros.

Society • March 17, 02:42 PM • 4025 views
Almost 15,000 workers will receive additional payments for restoring critical infrastructure after Russian attacks in February

Over 14,800 specialists will receive payments for infrastructure restoration after shelling. The government has expanded the list of aid recipients through the Diia portal.

Society • March 17, 02:27 PM • 3578 views
Europe must be ready to take the US's place in peace talks in Ukraine - Costa

António Costa stated the EU's readiness to take the initiative from Trump. The bloc will continue to pressure Moscow and refuse Russian energy carriers.

Politics • March 17, 02:24 PM • 4761 views
Chinese state-owned oil and gas companies have resumed purchases of Russian oil after a four-month hiatus - Reuters

Sinopec and PetroChina are looking for cargoes from Russia due to shortage risks and favorable prices. Russian oil is cheaper than its counterparts from Brazil and West Africa.

Economy • March 17, 01:16 PM • 4712 views
EU stated that it offered financial and technical assistance regarding "Druzhba" and Ukraine accepted the offer

The European Commission will provide Ukraine with funding and technical assistance as part of efforts to restore the oil pipeline's operation. Experts are ready to immediately begin work to restore supplies.

Economy • March 17, 01:00 PM • 20511 views
Russia launched an information operation and deployed 40 "Lancets" on Kyiv - "Flash" revealed details of debris appearing in the capital's center

The occupiers modernized the drones with additional batteries instead of explosives for a 200 km flight. Air defense shot down most targets, preventing strikes on the front.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:44 PM • 5478 views
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"Europe has already understood: Russian gas is a weapon" - analyst on the idea of resuming energy purchases from Russia

The expert called the Belgian Prime Minister's calls political and reminded of the use of energy resources as a weapon. Resuming supplies does not guarantee stability.

Economy • March 17, 12:18 PM • 16670 views
Russian Ambassador to Moldova Handed Protest Note and Bottle of Dirty Dniester WaterPhoto

The Moldovan Foreign Ministry condemned the oil spill caused by the Russian attack on the Novodnistrovsk HPP. The river pollution threatens the water supply for 80% of the country's population.

Society • March 17, 11:55 AM • 6001 views
Ukrainian engineers detained for helping to restore Russian oil refineriesPhoto

Three employees of a project company were detained for developing documentation for the modernization of Russian oil refineries. The court chose a preventive measure in the form of detention for the suspects.

Crimes and emergencies • March 17, 10:15 AM • 3706 views
Zelenskyy: I would very much like the US not to perceive Ukraine as a country that only asks - that's not true

The President emphasized the protection of common values and the importance of a technological alliance. The world needs to act quickly to prevent a global war.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 09:51 AM • 4335 views
Military escort will not guarantee safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz - IMO head

The head of the IMO stated that it is impossible to fully protect tankers from Iranian attacks. Due to the closure of the strait, the price of Brent oil exceeded 100 dollars per barrel.

Economy • March 17, 08:40 AM • 5574 views
Four regions partially without electricity due to shelling, no schedules predicted for the population

Due to Russian attacks, consumers in four regions are without power. From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, power restrictions will be in effect for industry and business throughout the country.

Society • March 17, 08:30 AM • 5218 views
Zelenskyy revealed details of Iran's lies about supplying thousands of drones to Russia

Iran transferred a thousand Shaheds to Russia and licenses for their production despite promises to stop supplies. Tehran helped the enemy build two drone factories.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 07:37 AM • 29459 views
Explosion in Lviv causes gas supply disruptionsPhoto

A cable falling onto the gas network caused a fire and burned down a bus. Malechiv, Dubliany, and parts of Lviv were temporarily left without gas.

Society • March 17, 07:25 AM • 4128 views
Allies resist Trump's attempts to form a coalition to unblock the Strait of Hormuz - Axios

The Trump administration is trying to create an international coalition to counter the Iranian blockade. Most EU and Asian countries express skepticism.

News of the World • March 17, 06:36 AM • 5085 views
Damaged Russian fuel tanker drifts off Italy, vessel called a "ticking time bomb"

The damaged vessel Arctic Metagaz, carrying 60,000 tons of gas, threatens an environmental catastrophe. The crew was evacuated after a drone attack in international waters.

News of the World • March 17, 04:13 AM • 6460 views
Europe to pay more for gas due to Middle East war - HSBC forecast

HSBC analysts predict elevated gas prices until 2027 due to supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Europe remains vulnerable to LNG shortages.

Economy • March 16, 11:37 PM • 8458 views
Large gas field catches fire in UAE after drone strike

A drone attacked a joint venture of ADNOC and Occidental Petroleum in the Rub' al Khali desert. There are no casualties, and emergency services are working at the scene.

News of the World • March 16, 11:16 PM • 9900 views
Media reported direct contacts between the US and Iran, Tehran denies it

Sources report an exchange of messages between Witkoff and Araghchi regarding a ceasefire. Iran denies the connection, accusing the US of disinformation.

Politics • March 16, 10:36 PM • 17485 views
Sweden allocated another 56 million euros to support Ukraine's energy sector

Stockholm's new contribution will help restore damaged infrastructure and prepare the system for winter. The total amount of aid has already exceeded 259 million euros.

Economy • March 16, 09:59 PM • 11096 views
Trump said he could do "whatever he wants" with CubaVideo

Donald Trump stated his right to do whatever he wants with Cuba amid increasing economic pressure. The US has restricted oil supplies due to the energy crisis.

News of the World • March 16, 09:39 PM • 6413 views