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Due to the conflict between the US and Iran, traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to a minimum. Meanwhile, Tehran is proposing to introduce a transit fee for vessels passing through Iranian waters.
Sybiha urged the Venice Biennale to exclude the Russian Federation after the jury's resignation and changes to the exhibition format. The culture of an aggressor cannot be neutral during wartime.
Organizers introduced the Visitors' Lion award following the jury's resignation. Now, Russia and Israel are once again eligible to compete for an award at the exhibition.
Israel has provided the UAE with Spectro systems and the Iron Beam laser for protection against Iranian attacks. This marks the first instance of large-scale defense cooperation between the two countries.
The US President is considering troop reductions in Italy and Spain due to NATO's refusal to assist in the war against Iran. Trump criticized the allies for their lack of support.
Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup, with matches to be held in the USA. Donald Trump supported this decision despite recent airstrikes on the country.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated there was a lack of evidence in Ukraine's request concerning a vessel with stolen grain. The ship has already left the country's territorial waters.
The international jury of the 2026 Venice Biennale has resigned. The reason was a demand to exclude Russia and Israel from the competition due to ICC allegations.
287 candidates have been nominated for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize, including Donald Trump. The laureate will be announced on October 9, and the award ceremony will take place on December 10.
Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje'i stated that the executions are a legal demand of the citizens. According to the UN, 21 people have been executed and 4,000 people have been arrested in Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei announced a new stage of Persian Gulf management due to the war. Iran also plans to independently guarantee security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli forces intercepted 22 vessels of a humanitarian flotilla in international waters near Crete. 175 activists were detained and are being transported to Israel.
The vessel PANORMITIS, carrying stolen grain, has left Israeli territorial waters. The country's competent authorities have begun executing the request from the Ukrainian Prosecutor's Office.
Israel refused to unload the vessel PANORMITIS, which was transporting stolen Ukrainian grain. Andrii Sybiha called this the result of diplomatic efforts.
An Israeli importer has refused to accept wheat and barley from the vessel Panormitis. Ukraine claims that this cargo was stolen by Russia.
The US is launching the Maritime Freedom Construct to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. The coalition will coordinate intelligence and sanctions against Iran.
The Israel Defense Forces have begun installing protective screens on HMMWVs to counter Hezbollah's FPV drones. This method was adopted from the experience of the war in Ukraine.
Donald Trump stated that the UAE's withdrawal from OPEC would lower fuel costs. However, the market responded with Brent oil prices rising to 2022 record highs.
Italy's Ministry of Culture is investigating the Biennale due to Russia's admission to the 2026 exhibition. The EU is threatening to cancel two million euros in funding for the event.
The IRGC has assumed key power in Iran, weakening the role of the Supreme Leader. Mojtaba Khamenei only formally legitimizes the decisions of the military.
The Prosecutor General's Office is asking Israel to seize the vessel PANORMITIS and its cargo. Investigators believe the ship is transporting stolen Ukrainian grain.
Ukraine asks Israel to take measures regarding the vessel Panormitis due to the transportation of stolen grain. The Prosecutor General's Office has already sent an official request based on a court decision.
The European Union has approached Israel regarding a Russian vessel carrying stolen grain in the port of Haifa. The EU is prepared to penalize third countries for assisting in the circumvention of sanctions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has reported numerous shipments of stolen grain to Israel. The Israeli side has been officially informed of all known cases and vessels.
Ukraine is recording illegal grain exports to Egypt, Algeria, and Turkey. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is tracking vessels heading to these countries and is preparing an official response.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on Israel to stop receiving vessels carrying stolen grain. Kyiv recalled its solidarity in countering Iranian threats.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs handed a note to the Israeli Ambassador regarding the import of stolen Ukrainian grain from the Russian Federation. Ukraine demands an immediate halt to the unloading of vessels in ports.
Zelenskyy announced the arrival of a ship with stolen grain in Israel and the preparation of sanctions against those involved. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will inform partners about this incident.
The EU is considering sanctions against Israel for importing Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia. Ukraine demands explanations and does not rule out a diplomatic crisis.
Diplomats are discussing a return to the status quo and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The issue of Iran's nuclear program is planned to be addressed at later stages.