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Over four weeks, Russian oil exports rose to 3. 71 million barrels per day. The value of shipments reached nearly its highest level since the start of the invasion.
Brent rose to $106. 77, while WTI rose to $93.94 per barrel. Markets are assessing the risks posed by the U.S.-Iran conflict to supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
As a result of Russian attacks on September 27, nine people were injured in Kyiv, six of them were hospitalized, including a child. Windows were damaged in Podil.
On September 27, Russian forces damaged the residence of the Saudi Arabian ambassador, schools, kindergartens and other facilities. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.
Macron said that the CIA had not warned France about a Russian drone operation. At the same time, he called an attack on Europe plausible.
The coalition said it had intercepted two Houthi missiles and two drones directed at Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. Saudi Arabia has intensified coordination with its allies.
The Yemeni government announced a general mobilization and an amnesty for Houthi fighters. The rebels have tightened their control near the strategic strait.
U. S. intelligence believes that Riyadh has not ruled out developing nuclear weapons. The U.S. agreement allows uranium enrichment to 20%.
Brent fell to $105. 73, while WTI fell to $93.05 per barrel. Markets are assessing a possible ceasefire and regional risks.
On September 23, international, national, and religious observances are marked, including the International Day of Sign Languages and the autumnal equinox. Ukraine honors John the Baptist.
WTI fell to $89. 66 and Brent to $99.25 per barrel. Prices are under pressure from progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations and the restoration of the Saudi oil pipeline.
The East-West oil pipeline was restarted at low capacity after three pumping stations were damaged. Full restoration will take up to 8 weeks.
London has agreed to provide military support to Saudi Arabia and refuel its aircraft in the air. The operation will last several weeks.
The leaders of France and the United States discussed a mutual moratorium by Ukraine and Russia on long-range strikes against energy facilities. Macron will present the proposal to Zelenskyy.
Brent fell to $101. 75, while WTI dropped to $98.34 per barrel. Investors are expecting diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran.
The Houthis said they would not attack American ships in the Red Sea. They will continue military operations against Saudi Arabia.
Trump called on Iran to reach a deal, threatening economic decline or the destruction of its leadership. Tehran warned of strikes on U.S. bases.
The Houthis claimed to have struck “sensitive” sites in Riyadh and Yanbu. A large plume of smoke rose near the airport of Saudi Arabia’s capital.
A shipment of F-35 parts bound from Australia to the US was diverted to Hong Kong. The Pentagon confirmed that the components had gone missing and launched an investigation.
Because of the Houthi offensive, more than 112,000 Yemenis have become displaced, while nearly 3,000 have fled by sea to Djibouti. People are leaving their homes without their belongings.
The U. S. State Department has approved the potential sale to Saudi Arabia of 48 F-35s and related equipment for $24.3 billion. The deal is intended to strengthen the security of the ally.
Brent fell to $104, while WTI fell to $101. 20 per barrel. Saudi Arabia is resuming exports, but risks in the Strait of Hormuz remain.
Two days before the attack, 14 Russian satellites flew over the U. S. base. CNN found no evidence that data was transmitted to Iran.
A drone strike halted Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline to the Red Sea. Oil prices exceeded $100 per barrel.
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting a Houthi drone near Mecca. The Houthis denied attacking the holy city and named other targets.
Photos showed the destruction of American bases in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The strikes hit U.S. facilities in eight countries.
The United States will remove hundreds of troops and equipment from Iraq, mostly to Jordan. Pro-Iranian groups are refusing to disarm.
Brent rose to $108. 75 after disruptions at the Saudi hub of Yanbu. Repairs to the pipeline could take up to 8 weeks.
The yield on 10-year US bonds rose to 5. 041% — the highest level since 2007. The dollar strengthened, while bitcoin fell by 5%.
Iranian media reported a strike on a commercial vessel near Qeshm Island. One person was reportedly killed and four injured.