Brent crude exceeded $112 amid threats of attacks on energy facilities. Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran regarding the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz.
Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on a plant in Qatar, LNG exports will stop in 10 days. Global gas prices are soaring due to the deficit.
Iran's Foreign Minister announced the cessation of shipping due to insurers' concerns. The strait is closed to vessels associated with the country's enemies.
The Iranian president stated his readiness to counter US threats on the battlefield. Tehran will close the Strait of Hormuz only to those who encroach on its lands.
Donald Trump announced a change in the main threat to the United States after the events in Iran. He called the radical left Democratic Party extremely incompetent.
The German Chancellor held talks with the US President on conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. The parties agreed on further close contacts.
Iran launched ballistic missiles at the Diego Garcia base, demonstrating its ability to strike targets in Europe. The IDF warns of a nuclear weapons threat.
Iran's ambassador announced the opening of the strait amid Trump's threats to destroy the country's power plants. The US demands an end to Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
A helicopter crashed in Qatari territorial waters due to a technical malfunction. Six people died, and the search for the seventh passenger of the aircraft is ongoing.
The US President issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran regarding the opening of the strait. Tehran threatens to strike US and Israeli infrastructure in response.
CPD head Kovalenko stated that Iran is attempting to draw Europe into war through missile launches. Tehran seeks to destabilize Western forces and elites.
Donald Trump announced the defeat of the Iranian navy and air force. The US President threatens to destroy Iran's power plants within 48 hours over the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Trump administration has postponed a summit with the Chinese leader due to the Iranian conflict. The White House denies any connection to the war and is preparing new dates for the visit.
European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommends that EU countries gradually start filling their reserves to reduce demand amid the war in the Middle East. The return of liquefied natural gas production in Qatar to pre-crisis levels may prove to be long-term.
More than 100 people were injured and massive destruction was recorded as a result of the strike on Arad. Earlier, Iran attacked the city of Dimona, which houses a key nuclear facility in the country.
The Trump administration is discussing terms for a diplomatic settlement with Iran. The US demands zero uranium enrichment and an end to the missile program.
Ukraine and its partners are developing a mechanism to block tankers and seize raw materials. France has already detained a sanctioned vessel carrying Russian oil.
The Ukrainian delegation met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in the USA. The parties are discussing the terms of ending the war and Russia's readiness for peace.
Foreign Minister Sybiha announced an increase in the intensity of attacks to destroy sources of terror. Strikes reach targets thousands of kilometers deep into the aggressor state.
The US struck an underground facility and intelligence stations in the Strait of Hormuz, depriving Tehran of the ability to track ships and threaten trade.
European Commissioner Dan Jørgensen called on EU countries to start filling storage facilities early to avoid a price surge. Governments are being offered to lower their targets.
Gas supplies have been restored to 5 million cubic meters per day after an attack on the field. Iraq's energy system has stabilized electricity production.
Yuri and Lidiya Korzhavin, a UAE-based firm, and two other foreign nationals were removed from the lists. The US Treasury Department did not officially state the reasons for lifting the restrictions.
The German government has introduced a general license for a period of six months to accelerate arms supplies. The new rules abolish individual permits.
Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Zelenskyy are more difficult than with Putin. He called NATO a paper tiger and expressed more trust in the Russian leader.
The US and Israel attacked a nuclear facility in Natanz. Donald Trump declared a military victory and is considering a blockade of Iran's Kharg Island.
Finance Minister Scott Bessent announced a 30-day waiver of sanctions for oil in transit. The measure is aimed at bringing 440 million barrels to the market.
Iran launched two missiles at a strategic US base in the Indian Ocean. One missile fell on its own, the other was intercepted by an American ship.
Andriy Kovalenko stated that Russia had been preparing a spring-summer offensive for a long time, regardless of the situation in Iran. Oil revenues only temporarily help finance the Russian war.
The Kremlin tried to exchange intelligence on Iran for an end to US support for Ukraine. The Trump administration rejected the Russian proposals.
