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Brent price rose to $126 due to a potential resuming of the conflict between the US and Iran. Trump is reviewing military plans and maintaining the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
The US is launching the Maritime Freedom Construct to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. The coalition will coordinate intelligence and sanctions against Iran.
Following a drone attack in Dzerzhinsk, smoke was spotted near the Sverdlov explosives plant. The Russian strategic enterprise is under international sanctions.
USS Gerald R. Ford concludes record deployment following missions against Iran and Maduro. The ship will arrive at its Virginia port in mid-May.
The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the Fed's decision and the war in Iran. Brent crude rose to $118, while silver and platinum are showing growth.
Ford is in talks with the US government regarding participation in defense projects. The company plans to supply critical materials and compete with Lockheed Martin.
The Pentagon's $25 billion estimate does not account for fuel costs and base repairs. Bloomberg notes that the real cost of the war will be significantly higher.
Elon Musk has accused an OpenAI lawyer of attempting to deceive the court. The billionaire is seeking compensation over the company's abandonment of its non-profit model.
Rubén Rocha Moya and nine officials are charged with importing drugs into the US. He faces life imprisonment for ties to the Sinaloa Cartel.
Donald Trump is considering reducing American troops in Germany in the near future. This comes as a response to Merz's criticism of US policy toward Iran.
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.
The price of a Brent barrel has risen to $120 for the first time since 2022 amid the naval blockade of Iran. The UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC due to the escalation of the conflict.
The Court has restricted the ability of minorities to challenge electoral district boundaries. The ruling favored Republicans and will impact the November Congressional elections.
Pete Hegseth confirmed the release of $400 million to strengthen European capabilities. The funds were unblocked after senators criticized the delay of the money.
Putin wants to cease fire for a day due to fear for security during the parade. The NSDC calls this an attempt to pass off his own vulnerability as a great favor.
Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Putin and proposed a truce to him. He noted that the dictator had been ready for a deal for a long time.
Donald Trump announced the end of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on a similar schedule. After a conversation with Putin, he expressed hope for a swift resolution of the conflicts.
During a phone call, Putin offered Trump assistance regarding the issue of Iranian enriched uranium. Trump urged to first end the war in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy reported that the US is partially lifting sanctions against the RF due to the situation in the Middle East. This allows the Kremlin to finance the war.
U. S. spending on the war in Iraq is estimated at $25 billion. The funds were spent on ammunition and equipment, and the Pentagon is preparing a new request to Congress.
Putin and Trump discussed a Victory Day truce for over an hour. Trump stated that a deal to resolve the military conflict in Ukraine is close.
The United States will provide $100 million for the restoration of the Chornobyl NPP confinement damaged by a Russian drone. The total funding requirement reaches 500 million euros.
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.
Trump rejected Tehran's proposal and demands a new non-nuclear deal. Iran is preparing a revised plan amid communication issues with the country's Supreme Leader.
The tankers Kosmos, Luch, Orion, and Mercury have changed their flags to Russian and are heading to the Arctic. They will transport gas from sanctioned Russian projects.
King Charles III discussed the war with Trump and joked about U. S. history. In Congress, the monarch called for decisive support for Ukraine for the sake of peace.
The President thanked King Charles III for his call for unity in the US Congress. The monarch emphasized the need for unwavering assistance for Ukraine.
The European Union has accused Meta of failing to adequately protect children under 13 on Facebook and Instagram. The company faces a fine of up to 6% of its annual turnover.
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.
U. S. President Donald Trump met King Charles III at the White House. He highly praised the monarch's speech to Congress and admitted to feeling envious.