The OPEC+ alliance agreed to increase production by 188,000 barrels per day starting in July. Seven countries plan to fully lift restrictions by the end of September.
The widow of former French President Jacques Chirac has died at the age of 93, surrounded by her family. She was the only First Lady to hold her own political office.
Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako has officially headed the Chaldean Catholic Church in Baghdad. He replaced Emmanuel III Delly amidst a mass exodus of Christians from Iraq.
Former MMA champion Gholamreza Hani Shakarab has been executed on charges of spying for Israel. Human rights activists point to a lack of transparency in the trial.
Fuel vessels are heading to China and Pakistan after being idled due to the war with Iran. Hundreds of ships and sailors remain blocked in the region.
The supertanker Eagle Verona, carrying 2 million barrels of oil, has departed the Persian Gulf for China. The vessel passed through the Strait of Hormuz following strikes by the US and Israel.
Mohammad Al-Saadi planned to kill Trump's daughter due to the liquidation of Qasem Soleimani. The perpetrator was detained in Turkey and extradited to the USA.
A generator was damaged as a result of a drone attack from Iraq on the Barakah NPP. There are no casualties or radiation leaks, while tensions in the region continue to rise.
Four UAE tankers turned off their trackers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The country is attempting to maintain oil exports despite the threat of Iranian attacks.
Meloni disagrees with Trump's plan to withdraw US troops due to the stance on Iran. Italy has always fulfilled its obligations to the Alliance and NATO.
Trump lashed out at Kurdish groups after they allegedly failed to deliver American weapons to anti-government protesters inside Iran. The U.S. President does not know the current whereabouts of this weaponry.
The U. S. President considers the requirement for Congressional approval to wage war illegal. Trump likely does not plan to seek formal authorization from lawmakers.
Abbas Araghchi discussed ending the conflict with Israel and the United States with his foreign counterparts. Iran has conveyed a new proposal to Washington through intermediaries.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that Trump's mood influences oil prices. The politician also suggested the possibility of a future collapse of the NATO bloc.
Pete Hegseth will testify in Congress for the first time about the war with Iran and the $1. 5 trillion budget. He is accused of waging war without the consent of lawmakers.
Iraq's coalition has nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as a candidate for Prime Minister. He must form a government and secure the votes of 167 deputies within 30 days.
Iraqi groups attacked Kuwait airport and facilities in the Persian Gulf. The US warns of new attacks.
Fatih Birol proposed a new route for oil exports from Iraq to Turkey. The project is intended to strengthen Europe's energy security and reduce logistical risks.
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.
The last convoy of American equipment left the base as part of the contingent reduction. The facility came under the control of the Syrian army in accordance with agreements.
Two vessels entered the Gulf ahead of a US warning to inspect and detain sanctioned tankers. The US Navy has already forced 14 vessels to change course.
The vessels RHN and Alicia entered the region despite Washington's restrictions. The tankers are linked to the transportation of Iranian oil and are heading to their destination ports.
The IEA predicts a reduction in oil consumption due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and rising prices. Supplies have fallen by 9%, and Asia is already experiencing a shortage of raw materials.
The US is imposing a full embargo on ship passage through the strait to pressure Tehran. This decision threatens the stability of energy markets and rising prices.
Rustem Umerov reported on the requests of Gulf countries and others for Ukrainian expertise, including in air defense and maritime security. Deeper security agreements with partners in Europe are also being prepared.
Three VLCC class oil tankers passed through the strait thanks to peace talks. The vessels Serifos, Cospirl Lake, and He Rong Hai are heading to Asia.
Planet Labs has imposed an indefinite delay on the release of images of Iran and neighboring countries. This prevents media from assessing the consequences of military actions.
Pro-Iranian groups carried out a series of drone attacks on the first day of the truce. Diplomatic personnel are safe, the State Department demands an investigation.
The cost of Brent and WTI has risen again. Tankers are not resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz due to risks.
A two-week ceasefire helped airline stocks rise, but fuel shortages will last for months. The cost of flights will remain high.
