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Ukraine strikes key Russian oil port and refinery
Ukraine said it hit a key Russian oil terminal at Primorsk and a refinery in Ufa on Monday.
Why the oil and gas price shock from the Iran war won’t just fade away
Rerouting and diversification cannot help when a significant chunk of oil and gas have been taken off the market.
Iran denies any talks with US after Trump claims ‘productive’ discussions
Iran parliament speaker says US president using idea of talks to 'escape quagmire in which US and Israel are trapped'.
EU calls for clarification after Hungary accused of leaking info to Russia
Germany calls the allegations 'very serious', as Hungary's PM Viktor Orban orders probe into alleged 'wiretapping'.
How Israel is reacting to Trump’s ‘de-escalation’ with Iran
There is expected to be pushback from Israel following President Donald Trump’s move towards de-escalation with Iran.
Trump can declare victory in Iran – and he should
The US president has proven that hitting hard and fast rather than engaging in endless negotiations guarantees victory.
How the Iran war is about to hit your wallet
Strikes on gas sites in the Iran war are driving up energy costs, pushing up prices for power, food and more worldwide.
Israeli strike on Lebanon bridge raises fears of ground invasion
Lebanon fears that Israel’s attack on Qasmiyeh Bridge could be a “prelude to a ground invasion”.
Trump speaks after announcing delay on Iran attacks
President Donald Trump has spoken to reporters after announcing the US was postponing attacks targeting Iran’s energy.
Trump signals off-ramp in Iran war despite no ‘regime change’
President Donald Trump has ordered the US military to postpone strikes against Iranian power plants and energy.