The US is easing restrictions on Russian oil trade due to the crisis in the Persian Gulf. This will give Russia additional funds to finance the war in Ukraine.
Trump discussed with Putin the lifting of sanctions to lower oil prices. The G7 is ready to use strategic reserves due to the rise in barrel prices to $120.
The jump in oil prices above $100 has become a lifeline for the Russian budget. Experts believe this will help the Kremlin postpone difficult decisions.
The Trump administration allowed India to buy Russian oil at sea due to rising prices. Valdis Dombrovskis stated that this decision is time-limited.
The Greek vessel Shenlong successfully navigated the dangerous strait despite the threat of Iranian attacks. Most operators still refuse to sail in the region.
Russia's share of the global arms market has shrunk to 6. 8 percent due to isolation. Germany has surpassed China and Russia in terms of international deliveries.
104 sailors died as a result of a US submarine torpedo attack near Sri Lanka. The frigate was returning from exercises when it was sunk in neutral waters.
UNN has prepared a selection of films about women's courage and self-realization. The plots cover the journey from working at NASA to fighting for environmental justice.
The end of winter and the beginning of spring is traditionally the period when grain reserves from the previous season decrease, and the new harvest is still far away, which cannot but affect the price of cereals. But experts assure: Ukraine is not threatened by a buckwheat shortage, and prices will not "jump" if consumers do not fall for informational provocations and do not create a stir.
The US Treasury Department has issued a license allowing Indian companies to purchase Russian oil at sea. This is an emergency measure to compensate for fuel shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
German Uniper is negotiating with Canada to increase LNG purchases to diversify energy supplies. This will help Germany reduce its dependence on energy resources from the United States.
India and China are increasing their interest in Russian oil due to concerns about supplies from the Middle East. Prices for Russian Urals oil remain stable despite growing demand.
India has launched a program to involve space startups in creating guardian satellites that will protect national space assets. This is a response to incidents during the conflict with Pakistan and the approach of a foreign spacecraft to an Indian satellite.
Qatar has declared force majeure on gas exports due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Restoring normal production volumes could take at least a month, leading to shortages in global markets.
Russia is ready to reroute about 9. 5 million barrels of oil already near Indian waters to India to compensate for supply disruptions from the Middle East. India is looking for alternative sources of supply, as its crude oil reserves cover only 25 days of needs.
The oil tanker MKD VYOM was attacked by an explosive vessel 52 nautical miles off the coast of Muscat. One crew member was killed in the attack, and 21 others were evacuated.
The conflict with Iran has led to mass cancellations of flights by Emirates and Qatar Airways, causing airline shares to fall. Over 400 flights have been canceled by each airline, and Dubai and Doha airports have suspended operations.
The Palau-flagged tanker Skylight, which is under US sanctions, was attacked off Oman's Musandam Peninsula. Four crew members were injured, and 20 people were evacuated.
The conflict in the Middle East threatens the stability of global energy markets, as the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's LNG exports pass, is blocked. This leads to a halt in tanker traffic and a critical fuel shortage.
Dubai International Airport ceased operations after a suspected air strike, with over 90% of flights canceled. More than 2,300 flights were canceled in 24 hours, with Emirates and FlyDubai being the most affected.
Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Kabul and other cities in Afghanistan, stating that its patience with the Taliban government had run out. Both sides report significant casualties, but the figures differ.
This was the culmination of months of mutual accusations and territorial disputes. In such a situation, Ukraine has to act in conditions of multi-vector turbulence.
The US introduced new import tariffs at the end of February 2026. Ukraine was among the countries in the EBRD region that experienced the largest increase in tariffs.
Russian oil monopolist "Transneft" reduced crude oil intake by 250 thousand barrels per day after drone attacks on the "Kaleykino" pumping station in Tatarstan. This threatens the stability of export supplies via the "Druzhba" oil pipeline and affects the Russian budget's revenues.
Russian Urals crude oil is selling at its largest discount in almost three years, reaching $30. 62 per barrel relative to Brent. This is a consequence of Western sanctions, particularly those imposed by the United States.
Businesses are constantly looking for ways to work and earn. It's not about superprofits, but rather about survival. Rostyslav Korobka, Vice President of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, spoke about the main challenges facing entrepreneurs today and ways to overcome them.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also noted that every kilometer of the occupiers' advance costs Russia about 157 dead.
India has suspended trade talks with the US after the Supreme Court overturned Trump's previous tariffs, leading to the imposition of a 15% rate. This decision affected an agreement to reduce tariffs on Indian goods and purchase US products.
President Zelenskyy signed decrees imposing sanctions against 225 captains of vessels exporting Russian oil products. Sanctions were also imposed on 46 Russian citizens, 2 Iranian citizens, and 44 Russian companies serving the military-industrial complex.
Greece will purchase 10 V-BAT unmanned systems from Shield-AI, which have proven effective in Ukraine. These drones have been tested in island conditions and have also been ordered by the Netherlands, Japan, and India.
