Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff met with the Prime Minister of Qatar to discuss a memorandum on ending the war. The parties are awaiting Iran's final response.
The US and Iran have made no progress in negotiations to end the war. A Qatari tanker has begun its passage through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the conflict began.
Trump expects a response from Iran regarding ending the war and opening the strait. The plan involves lifting the blockade of ports in exchange for free navigation.
U. S. Vice President J.D. Vance will hold a meeting with the Prime Minister of Qatar in Washington. The parties will discuss mediation in negotiations with Iran.
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.
Infantino described 2026 World Cup prices as market-driven due to high demand in the US. Resale prices for the final have reached as high as $2.3 million.
The British government is considering the possibility of hosting the Olympics in the 2040s. Experts are currently assessing the potential cost and economic benefits of such a bid.
The US Air Force has completed the preparation of the Boeing 747 donated by Qatar for Trump. The aircraft will begin flights this summer as a temporary Air Force One in a new livery.
The U. S. is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany due to a conflict between Trump and Merz. NATO is examining the details of the decision and calling on Europe to strengthen its own security.
The US State Department has approved the sale of $8. 6 billion worth of weapons to the Middle East, bypassing Congress. The decision was justified by an emergency situation due to the conflict with Iran.
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.
Global orders for LNG tankers are set to recover thanks to rising gas production in the US. A record number of vessels are expected to be delivered this year.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new agreements with India and Bahrain. Cooperation will be based on the experience of teams in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
The IRGC will attack the oil facilities of its neighbors if their land is used to attack Iran. The fields of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other countries are under threat.
Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.
The price of gas at the TTF hub rose amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran's refusal to engage in dialogue. The market is reacting to the threat of attack and blockade of ships.
Zelenskyy announced 10-year agreements with 11 countries on arms export and joint production. Ukraine is also expanding cooperation with EU and Caucasus countries.
Due to the underproduction of 500 million barrels of oil, the global market lost $50 billion. The Persian Gulf countries and the aviation industry suffered the biggest losses.
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.
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.
Qatar is resuming daytime shipping for all types of vessels and round-the-clock shipping for fishermen. The decision was made amid US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan.
The United States of America has agreed to return frozen assets to Iran in exchange for security in the Strait of Hormuz. The amount of funds is approximately $6 billion.
The cost of Brent and WTI has risen again. Tankers are not resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz due to risks.
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.
Tehran has set a fee of $1 per barrel of oil for vessels. Payment in cryptocurrency is intended to protect transactions from tracking and sanctions.
Israel and Iran continue mutual ballistic missile and air attacks. Three teenagers were injured in the city of Tel Sheva as a result of the strikes.
The French President will gather officials to discuss the situation in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Spain advises its citizens in Qatar to stock up on water and food.
Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of energy and logistics cooperation with Turkey. Ukraine is expanding defense and economic ties with Middle Eastern countries.
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.
The president's visit, supported by Turkey, focuses on grain exports and energy. Ukraine receives recognition of territorial integrity from Damascus.
