Andrew Pazder stated that there was no US interference in the Hungarian elections. This happened after J.D. Vance's visit to Budapest and meeting with Viktor Orbán.
Donald Trump expressed optimism about peace with Iran amid a two-week truce. A delegation led by J.D. Vance is heading to Pakistan for talks.
British Defence Secretary John Healey warned Putin of retaliation for damage to cables and pipelines. British forces stopped a covert operation by Russian submarines.
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.
The Russian frigate "Admiral Grigorovich" escorted two oil tankers through the strait. Peskov called it protection against piracy in response to British sanctions.
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 aggression against Ukraine, the number of foreign firms in Russia fell by 35. 5%. A massive outflow of capital has been recorded even among formally friendly countries.
Due to infrastructure limitations and disruptions at ports, oil exports from Russia fell to 3. 46 million b/d in March. A collapse was recorded at the ports of Primorsk and Ust-Luga.
The President is ready for negotiations outside of Ukraine and Russia. He explained the risks of surrendering Donbas and the impossibility of holding elections during the war.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard published maps of minefields in the Strait of Hormuz. This caused a jump in oil prices and jeopardized the truce.
The Israeli Prime Minister announced his readiness to resume hostilities against Iran. According to Netanyahu, "Iran is weaker than ever, and Israel is stronger than ever."
The Trump administration is considering redeploying forces from countries that have not supported the US and Israel. The plan involves closing bases in Germany or Spain.
The President supported diplomacy with Iran due to its positive impact on energy markets. Lower oil prices and the unblocking of the strait will limit Russia's revenues.
Moscow is introducing stablecoins in Nigeria and Zimbabwe through the A7 platform. The system is linked to Promsvyazbank for hidden settlements, bypassing SWIFT.
Donald Trump stated that attacks on Hezbollah are not included in the two-week truce. In response, Iran banned tankers from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising prices and demand due to the conflict in the Middle East have record-high increased Russia's profits. Ukrainian drone strikes on ports are hindering budget replenishment.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth stated that the removal of Tehran's nuclear stockpiles is mandatory. The US is prepared to use force if voluntary surrender is refused.
From April 10, 2026, Ukrainians will undergo biometric registration when entering 29 European countries. The system will automatically control the length of stay.
Tehran has set a fee of $1 per barrel of oil for vessels. Payment in cryptocurrency is intended to protect transactions from tracking and sanctions.
Donald Trump has threatened immediate tariffs on all imports from states supplying weapons to Iran. The mechanism for implementing this threat currently remains unknown.
The US plans to remove all buried uranium in Iran after regime change. The parties have already agreed on most points regarding the lifting of duties and sanctions.
The Russian authorities plan to block foreign calls for citizens and pensioners. At the same time, deputies were allowed to continue owning real estate in other countries.
Brent crude fell by 14. 9% due to a two-week ceasefire and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump called Iran's proposal a basis for peace.
Budapest and Moscow have agreed to expand ties in nuclear energy, education, and sports. The agreement includes inviting teachers from Russia to Hungary.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council announced the US acceptance of a 10-point plan. The document provides for the lifting of all sanctions and the withdrawal of American troops.
The President stated the effectiveness of long-range sanctions and drone strikes on Russia's revenues. Restrictions on oil exports stop the financing of Russian aggression.
Recently, the media has been actively discussing the possibility of the US using nuclear weapons against Iran. However, according to an expert, such a scenario makes no practical sense.
The Spanish Foreign Minister called on the EU to create its own army and strengthen its sovereignty. The reason was disputes with the US over the war against Iran and security in NATO.
The captain of a Russian dry cargo ship was notified of suspicion for illegally entering Kerch. The vessel exported 2,000 tons of gas, concealing its route by turning off AIS.
