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Donald Trump announced US military dominance in Iran and refused a ceasefire. He expects the Strait of Hormuz to open on its own.
A reckless campaign against Iran weakens Trump's influence and Republican unity. The conflict could force the US to abandon Ukraine to punish Europe.
Due to Iranian strikes, Qatar lost 17% of its LNG exports and $20 billion in revenue. Repairs will take up to five years, threatening gas supplies to Europe.
Russian students are massively choosing Asian universities instead of European ones due to sanctions. Chinese and Korean languages have become the most popular among Russian youth.
China is not planning an invasion of Taiwan in 2027 and seeks peaceful reunification. Beijing fears the complexity of a naval operation and US intervention.
The U. S. Army is in the final stages of implementing a hypersonic system. The new weapon is capable of maneuvering at speeds exceeding Mach five.
The US Vice President plans a visit to Budapest amid Viktor Orbán's declining approval ratings. The trip may be postponed due to the conflict between Israel and Iran.
The Trump administration aims to end the war in Ukraine to distance Russia from Beijing. The strategy involves economic incentives for Moscow and a shift in the balance of power.
Beijing refused to facilitate the resumption of ship traffic and called on the parties to de-escalate. Trump's visit to China has been postponed due to the military conflict with Iran.
Philippine authorities are negotiating with major fertilizer exporters due to a 40% price increase. A potential shortage threatens rice harvests and banana exports.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Ukrainian national team won 19 awards and took seventh place in the overall standings. First place with 15 gold medals was won by the Chinese team.
The IDF is planning operations against the Iranian regime for a period exceeding three weeks. Israel's goal is to significantly weaken Tehran's capabilities in coordination with the United States.
Andriy Kovalenko called Tehran's statement an attempt to "inflate its value. " Iran receives military assistance from strategic partners to counter the United States.
Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed defense cooperation with Moscow and Beijing. The Strait of Hormuz has been closed to Israeli and American vessels.
Taiwan recorded the return of Chinese Air Force after a two-week pause. Beijing criticized the island's president for calls to increase defense spending.
Representatives from Washington and Beijing are discussing tariffs, technology, and agricultural purchases. The meeting is intended to prevent an escalation before Trump's visit to China.
Over 90% of parliamentary candidates are members of the Communist Party. The new assembly is expected to approve the country's top officials as early as April.
Donald Trump expects many countries to contribute ships to guard the strait. The US plans to bomb the coastline and destroy Iranian warships.
The Tibetan government-in-exile is monitoring the risks of escalation in Iran. Penpa Tsering believes this could distract the US and give China an advantage in the region.
Defense Minister Pete Hegseth deploys additional forces to counter Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The military is preparing operations to neutralize missile threats.
Iran is considering allowing tankers to pass on the condition that oil is sold in Chinese yuan. Beijing seeks to make its currency dominant in global trade.
The global electric car market shows growth in Europe and a significant decline in the US. Total sales for the first two months of 2026 decreased by 8 percent.