Iran
Iran war heats up Russia-China super gas pipeline
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The Iran war and the global energy shock caused the Russia-China super gas pipeline project, which had been stalled for many years, to unexpectedly return to attention.
Iran declares it is considering the US proposal to end the conflict
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Iran is considering proposals from the US but still denies direct negotiations, while the Middle East war continues to escalate.
Iran warns of attack on US supporting strategic oil islands
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Iran warned it would attack infrastructure of any regional country if it supported the US in conducting military operations into Iranian territory.
Pentagon deploys 2,000 more paratroopers to the Middle East
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The Pentagon has ordered the deployment of about 2,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East on March 25.
Iran allows Thai ships to cross the Hormuz Strait safely after negotiations
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After diplomatic exchanges, the Thai oil tanker was allowed by Iran to pass through the Strait of Hormuz safely.
Iran denies information about negotiating with Mr. Trump
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Iran denies any statements about dialogue with the US, affirming a tough stance amid ongoing conflict.
Iran begins to collect fees through the Strait of Hormuz, up to 2 million USD/trip
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Iran is said to have started charging commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz with a price of 2 million USD per trip.
US attacks Iran nuclear power plant, says Tehran has yielded
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US and Israel attack Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant. Mr. Trump said Iran has agreed to never possess nuclear weapons.
US may soon deploy 3,000 paratroopers to the Middle East
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The US is considering strengthening rapid response forces, preparing for military scenarios related to Iran and Kharg Island.
Ukraine spends 180 million USD to block UAVs for oil and gas: Hot lesson for the Middle East
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Ukraine spends hundreds of millions of USD to protect the energy industry from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Russia warns conflict spreads to Caspian Sea amid rumors of Russian ship attack
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Russia warns it does not want the Middle East war scenario to spread to the Caspian Sea, amid rumors of Israel attacking Russian ships.
US may soon deploy 3,000 paratroopers to the Middle East
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The US is considering strengthening rapid response forces, preparing for military scenarios related to Iran and Kharg Island.
Conflict in Iran could be a turning point for electric vehicles
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For every 4 new cars rolled in the world in 2025, 1 is electrified. This rate may be higher due to the impact of conflicts in the Middle East.
Chinese corporation avoids Iranian oil, asks to open reserves when Hormuz is suffocating
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Chinese corporation Sinopec suddenly announced that it would not buy Iranian oil, instead requesting to open a national reserve to save domestic supply.
Mr. Trump: Hormuz can reopen soon, with the US and Iran under joint control
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The Strait of Hormuz could soon be reopened if negotiations with Iran are successful - according to Mr. Trump's statement, although Tehran denies any contact.
