Scott Bessent urged Beijing to use diplomacy to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. The issue will be discussed by Trump and Xi Jinping at the summit in Beijing.
The US President plans to visit China on May 14-15 to stabilize economic relations. The parties will discuss sanctions and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US is preparing a UN resolution to ban Iran from mining the Strait of Hormuz and charging fees. The previous document was blocked by China and Russia.
As a result of the Russian strike on Merefa, 7 people were killed and dozens more were injured. Andrii Sybiha called on the world to help Ukraine strengthen its air defense and put pressure on the aggressor.
The European Commission is blocking funding for Huawei solar inverters due to risks to energy grids. The ban also applies to manufacturers from the Russian Federation, Iran, and the DPRK.
The captain of the tanker Jin Hui has been detained in Sweden for forgery of documents. The vessel, which is under EU sanctions, is likely part of Russia's shadow fleet.
Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats on suspicion of espionage using rooftop antennas. The number of Russians expelled since 2020 has risen to 14.
Zelenskyy stated that for the first time, there will be no military equipment at the parade in Moscow. The President suggested the possibility of Ukrainian drones flying over.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the final stage of sanctions against Iran. Due to the restrictions, Tehran has already begun to reduce oil production.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in Yerevan that there have been successes in the fight against the Russian "shadow fleet" and emphasized the necessity of strengthening sanctions by partners.
Zelenskyy and Starmer discussed defense support, the fight against the Russian shadow fleet, and energy. Ukraine is ready for trilateral negotiations for peace.
Tehran offers the US a 14-point deal to lift sanctions and end the war. The plan includes opening the Strait of Hormuz and limiting uranium enrichment.
Sweden has detained the sanctioned vessel Jin Hui due to its links to the Russian shadow fleet. The ship was towed to port for an investigation.
Spain demands the release of a citizen detained by Israel in the waters off Crete. Israel suspects the man of having ties to the sanctioned group Hamas.
Ukrainian forces struck two tankers of the Russian Federation's shadow fleet near the port of Novorossiysk. The operation was carried out by the SBU and the Navy under the leadership of the General Staff.
Tehran proposes to restore vessel traffic in exchange for an end to US pressure and recognition of the right to peaceful nuclear energy. Nuclear negotiations are planned to be postponed.
The Trump administration is considering military options and has implemented an energy blockade of Cuba. Economic reforms and diplomacy remain the priority.
China has ordered companies to ignore US sanctions against five refineries for trading with Iran. Beijing called these restrictions illegal and a violation of the norms of law.
The US will punish the payment of fees to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The ban applies to any payments, even under the guise of charity.
The President imposed sanctions against Andriy Bohdan and four other individuals for 10 years. The decree provides for the blocking of assets and the deprivation of state awards.
Trump compared the actions of the US Navy to those of pirates due to the seizure of Iranian vessels and oil.
In the Russian Federation, the approval rate for loans to new clients has dropped to 17%. Due to strict conditions, Russians are turning to illegal shadow lenders en masse.
The President of Ukraine reported specific activity from Belarus. He also announced new sanction packages and negotiations in May.
According to the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Kyiv views such cooperation as an opportunity to strengthen security and economic ties with partners.
Due to the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran lost $4. 8 billion in revenue. The military redirected more than 40 vessels carrying sanctioned cargo.
Trump has imposed sanctions on Cuban officials for corruption and human rights violations. The new measures are intended to deprive the island of fuel and funding.
Tehran is proposing the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz and a nuclear deal in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. Negotiations could begin in Pakistan as early as next week.
In 2024, Russian oil supplies to Syria increased by 75%, replacing Iranian exports. Damascus is seeking new partners due to the risk of Western sanctions.
Due to Ukrainian strikes on oil refining, Russia has lost over 7 billion dollars. Zelenskyy announced the further scaling of long-range systems.
The trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur entered into provisional force on May 1. It covers 720 million people and provides for the abolition of billions in customs duties.
