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Ministry of Finance: Ukraine has already received 90% of funds from the income of frozen Russian assets - $45 billion

Kyiv has attracted 90% of funds through the ERA Loans mechanism from the income of Russian assets. The EU plans to provide another 90 billion euros in loan support in 2026-2027.

Economy • April 17, 11:29 AM • 3320 views
Ukraine proposes to close Europe to Russian military and their families

Andriy Sybiha, Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, called for closing European and transatlantic space to those involved in aggression against Ukraine. Restrictions should also apply to relatives of war criminals.

Politics • April 17, 11:03 AM • 4622 views
Svyrydenko feels more confident in US support after Washington visit

Yulia Svyrydenko discussed with the US Treasury Secretary the strengthening of sanctions and preventing their lifting. The parties also reviewed investment projects.

Economy • April 17, 09:14 AM • 12206 views
First oil tanker leaves Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade - Media

Pakistani vessel Shalamar transported 450,000 barrels of oil from the UAE after the start of the American blockade. Movement through the strait remains critically restricted.

Economy • April 17, 08:59 AM • 4190 views
US extends ban on Russian vessels docking in its ports

Donald Trump has extended the state of emergency and restrictions on Russian vessels for another year. The decision is justified by the threat to US international relations.

News of the World • April 17, 04:42 AM • 20314 views
The US may use tactics against Iranian boats in the Persian Gulf similar to those used against drug traffickers in the Caribbean Sea

The American military is preparing pinpoint strikes against small Iranian vessels in the Persian Gulf. Trump ordered the immediate elimination of boats if they approach the blockade.

News of the World • April 17, 01:15 AM • 3871 views
Spain received record volumes of Russian gas amid the war in the Middle East

In March, Spain purchased a historical maximum of gas from the Russian Federation, amounting to 9,807 GWh. The increase in supplies is due to disruptions in logistics in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • April 16, 09:15 PM • 3988 views
Oil prices rise amid doubts about US-Iran talks - Reuters

Brent crude rose to $98. 41 amid supply concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. US oil inventories unexpectedly fell by 913,000 barrels.

Economy • April 16, 05:27 PM • 4204 views
Two empty tankers linked to Iran entered the Persian Gulf despite US warnings of their confiscation

Two vessels entered the Gulf ahead of a US warning to inspect and detain sanctioned tankers. The US Navy has already forced 14 vessels to change course.

Economy • April 16, 05:18 PM • 3954 views
Components of civilian purpose from leading brands were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia against Ukraine - Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense examined the debris of KN-23 and KN-24 missiles. Civilian chips of well-known brands, which Pyongyang buys bypassing sanctions, were found in the control units.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:38 PM • 4523 views
Slovakia is ready to block the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, but will not block a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine

Juraj Blanár announced his readiness to veto the 20th EU sanctions package for the sake of the oil pipeline's operation. At the same time, the country will support a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine.

Politics • April 16, 02:47 PM • 3440 views
Sobolev in Washington called for strengthening sanctions and spoke about drones

Oleksiy Sobolev emphasized the importance of restricting arms supplies to Russia.

Economy • April 16, 11:14 AM • 6690 views
"There can be no normalization of such a Russia": Zelenskyy sent a message to partners after Russia's attack with almost 700 drones and ballistic missilesPhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones and ballistic missiles, causing deaths and injuring 100 people. The President demands the fulfillment of promises regarding air defense.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:04 AM • 4320 views
China and Russia demonstrate alliance amid US war with Iran

Lavrov announced Russia's readiness to supply resources to Beijing amid the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. China is looking for a replacement for 40% of its oil imports due to the crisis in the region.

News of the World • April 16, 07:24 AM • 4496 views
Russian attack on Ukraine on April 15 - Sybiha calls on the world for immediate actionPhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones and missiles, killing 16 people. Foreign Minister Sybiha demands immediate sanctions and increased support.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 06:53 AM • 6381 views
Russian LNG under US sanctions sent to India for the first time - media

The tanker Kunpeng is transporting a batch of LNG from the Portovaya plant to the Indian terminal Dahej. This is Russia's first attempt to open a new market after US sanctions.

Economy • April 16, 06:36 AM • 4216 views
Pakistan's Army Chief arrives in Tehran to mediate between US and Iran in talks

Pakistan's military leader seeks to organize a second round of talks in Islamabad. The US is preparing new sanctions and continues its blockade of Iranian ports.

Politics • April 16, 05:00 AM • 5114 views
Sanctioned supertankers break through to Persian Gulf despite blockade

The vessels RHN and Alicia entered the region despite Washington's restrictions. The tankers are linked to the transportation of Iranian oil and are heading to their destination ports.

News of the World • April 16, 04:23 AM • 41898 views
US probes suspicious oil trades ahead of Iran decisions

CFTC investigates $950 million in transactions over possible insider trading. Regulators are examining trades on CME and ICE exchanges before policy changes.

Economy • April 16, 03:15 AM • 6516 views
Oil prices stabilized near $90–95 amid US-Iran talks on extending the trucePhoto

WTI and Brent crude oil stabilized amid a possible extension of the truce. The market is reacting to the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and declining US inventories.

Economy • April 16, 02:14 AM • 5230 views
US expands sanctions against Iranian oil magnate's network to pressure Tehran

Washington imposed restrictions on companies and vessels for shadow oil exports. The sanctions target money laundering schemes through Venezuelan gold.

Economy • April 15, 11:57 PM • 4805 views
White House positive on prospects for Iran deal

The Trump administration plans talks in Islamabad and sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil. The US Senate has retained the president's war powers.

Politics • April 15, 09:30 PM • 4491 views
Zelenskyy met with Italian President Mattarella in RomePhoto

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed energy resilience and joint UAV production with Sergio Mattarella. Italy confirmed the stability of its support.

Politics • April 15, 09:15 PM • 4165 views
4 billion dollars to strengthen air defense and over 1.5 billion dollars for UAVs - Fedorov on the results of "Ramstein"

Partners are allocating over $5. 5 billion for air defense systems and drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Germany, Britain, and other countries have announced large-scale aid packages.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 08:17 PM • 3886 views
Ukraine received the last tranche from Britain of almost $1 billion from frozen Russian assets

Ukraine received the last tranche from Britain, amounting to almost $1 billion. The funds will be directed to defense capabilities within the framework of the G7 credit mechanism.

Economy • April 15, 06:51 PM • 3974 views
US will not extend Russian oil sanctions waiver - Bessent

Finance Minister Scott Bessent announced the cancellation of sanctions exemptions. The restrictions will apply to oil that was in the water before March 11.

Economy • April 15, 06:41 PM • 6948 views
Fedorov at "Ramstein" named three domains of Ukrainian strategy and announced enemy losses per square kilometer

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine named three domains of Ukrainian strategy and announced enemy losses. According to Fedorov, Russia loses up to 428 soldiers per square kilometer of Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 01:42 PM • 3166 views
Ukrainian wine will be brought into a single register - Ministry of Economy explained new rules according to EU standards

From 2026, European requirements for wine quality came into force, and a mandatory digital register of producers should appear. Businesses will have two years to adapt without penalties.

Economy • April 15, 01:33 PM • 11192 views
Trump claims China agreed not to supply weapons to Iran

Donald Trump announced an agreement with Beijing to stop military supplies to Iran. China denies support despite US data on missile components.

News of the World • April 15, 01:06 PM • 3124 views
Iran bought a satellite from China to monitor US bases, Beijing denies it - investigation

The IRGC bought the TEE-01B device to monitor military facilities in the Middle East. China denies the deal and threatens countermeasures in case of new sanctions.

Politics • April 15, 12:33 PM • 4778 views