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.
The US President postponed the meeting with Xi Jinping by five or six weeks. The reason for the delay was the war with Iran and the issue of the security of the Strait of Hormuz.
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.
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.
Russia spreads disinformation about terrorist attacks and NATO's weakness through 110 resources. More than 50% of foreign-language news about Ukraine is part of Russian influence operations.
President Zelenskyy stated a shared desire for peace with Donald Trump. Ukraine is developing new ideas to end the war and is counting on the US.
US intelligence informed Trump about the possibility of Iranian attacks on US allies in the Persian Gulf. Gulf countries are asking not to stop the operation against Iran.
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.
The Trump administration is trying to create an international coalition to counter the Iranian blockade. Most EU and Asian countries express skepticism.
The US State Department has sent a dispatch demanding that Iranian entities be added to terrorist lists by March 20. This is intended to limit the financing of attacks against citizens.
Militants attacked hangars at the American base in Baghdad with drones. Trump ignores Ukraine's proposals for providing drone defense systems.
Donald Trump asked China to postpone the meeting for a month to stay in Washington. The reason was the war with Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Sources report an exchange of messages between Witkoff and Araghchi regarding a ceasefire. Iran denies the connection, accusing the US of disinformation.
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.
The US President stated that Israel cannot use nuclear weapons. Trump also noted the high level of coordination between the countries.
The US President stated that Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since his appointment. The Iranian leader was injured during recent US bombings.
The US President criticized countries that refused to send ships to the Strait of Hormuz. Trump recalled years of American military protection for allies.
Oil is getting cheaper due to US efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz and record release of global reserves. The UAE halved production due to the conflict.
Donald Trump appealed to China and NATO for help in opening the strait. Most countries refrained from sending ships due to the active war.
Iran's statements about military support from Russia and China are a signal to deter the West. Direct intervention of these states in the conflict is currently unlikely.
The price of a barrel of Urals in Indian ports reached $98. 93 after the US allowed the purchase of crude oil at sea. The discount on Russian oil fell to a minimum.
The EU's top diplomat emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and discussing navigation security. Kallas called the weakening of US sanctions dangerous.
Saudi Arabia offers customers to receive Arab Light crude oil through the port of Yanbu. Due to pipeline restrictions, buyers will receive only a portion of the volumes.
Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended flights due to a fire near the terminals. Israel began a ground operation in Lebanon, and oil prices soared.
The US President demands allies protect the Strait of Hormuz from mines and drones. Trump believes Europe should help due to its dependence on oil.
Mojtaba Khamenei is likely in Moscow after a successful operation due to injuries. Iranian special services are concealing the leader's whereabouts in Russia.
The President stated Putin's unwillingness to end the war and his fear of US pressure. Russia received 10 billion dollars due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The US has eased restrictions on Russian oil to stabilize the market until April 11. Donald Trump promises to reinstate sanctions after the crisis in Iran is over.
Oil prices are rising due to possible attacks on Middle Eastern energy facilities and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI futures have reached their 2022 peak.
Zelenskyy proposes military technology exchange with the US and Gulf countries. The potential value of contracts reaches $50 billion.
