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In India, they are investigating the disappearance of 26 men who went to Russia for work but are forced to fight against Ukraine. The government reports the deaths of 10 Indians; most signed voluntary contracts.
The US Treasury extended the permit for the purchase of Russian oil until May 16. In March, India's fuel imports from Russia doubled, reaching $6.2 billion.
The American military has rerouted the vessels Deep Sea, Sevin, and Dorena near India and Malaysia. The blockade has already forced 29 tankers to change course in the region.
The countries plan to sign a contract for the construction of six submarines in India within three months. This could become India's largest defense deal.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new agreements with India and Bahrain. Cooperation will be based on the experience of teams in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Ship traffic through the strait almost ceased after the US Navy seized an Iranian vessel. Brent oil prices rose to $94.75 due to the threat to the truce.
Donald Trump's company will build Georgia's tallest building with a hotel and residences. The project will be implemented jointly with Archi Group and Sapir Organization.
The US and Iran are preparing for a second round of talks on assets worth over $100 billion. Trump does not plan to exchange funds for enriched uranium.
Tons of precious metals are stuck at customs due to the absence of new permits. Banks have stopped ordering, threatening a shortage in the Indian market.
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.
The Fancy Bear group attacked mailboxes of SAP employees, ARMA, and NATO military departments. Due to a hacker error, researchers gained access to their data.
Ajay Banga warned of an employment crisis for 1. 2 billion people in developing countries. The World Bank is focusing on investment and infrastructure.
Russia is trying to sell LNG disguised as fuel from Oman or Nigeria amid a shortage in the region. Buyers are offered fake documents and a shadow fleet.
Rising prices and demand due to the conflict in the Middle East have record-high increased Russia's profits. Ukrainian drone strikes on ports are hindering budget replenishment.
Attempts by the BEB (Bureau of Economic Security) to tax airlines for aircraft leasing abroad threaten Ukraine's international reputation and jeopardize the aviation industry in Ukraine. Experts emphasize the violation of conventions on avoiding double taxation and the risks posed by the incorrect interpretation of international law.
Movement of vessels through the strait reached its highest level since the beginning of the war thanks to agreements between countries and Iran. Over the weekend, 21 ships passed, including from India.
Brent and WTI prices rose amid expectations of negotiation outcomes and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. OPEC+ agreed to a slight increase in production for May.
Due to drone attacks on the Ras Laffan plant and problems in the Strait of Hormuz, Qatar's fleet is idle. Empty vessels have accumulated near India and Singapore.
India demands full access to Rafale software for weapon integration. France refuses due to risks of technology leakage to Russia.
Indian refineries have resumed purchasing raw materials from Iran due to shortages amid the conflict in the Middle East. The country also received 44 thousand tons of Iranian gas.
The CMA CGM container ship transited through Iranian waters via a new route. The vessel declared its French affiliation for safe passage.
The French president proposes a coalition of middle powers to protect against hegemony. He emphasizes the importance of independence in defense and energy.
India is participating in a British initiative to restore shipping through the blocked strait. More than 40 states are involved in the negotiations, without US participation.
Due to the threat of Iranian control, countries in the region are considering expanding their pipeline network. The projects are estimated to cost billions of dollars as a security measure.
The Philippines, Korea, and India have resumed purchases of raw materials from Russia due to the energy crisis. The US temporarily lifted restrictions amid rising Brent prices.
Attacks on the ports of Primorsk and Ust-Luga reduced Russian oil supplies to 2. 32 million barrels. Moscow's export revenues fell by more than $1 billion.
Billions of dollars for oil are stuck in Indian accounts due to limited currency conversion. India does not allow Russia to withdraw funds or buy assets.
The Chinese captain of the Boracay vessel was convicted for refusing to obey the military. The tanker was transporting sanctioned Russian oil and flying a false flag.
Petron Corp. refinery purchased 2.48 million barrels of oil from the Russian Federation due to the blockade of supplies from the Middle East. The country declared an energy emergency.
As a result of the Iranian attack, 11 people were killed and 178 were injured. UAE defense forces successfully destroyed 58 aerial targets within one day.