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Latest world news 1. 4: China warns of fierce 2026 flood season; Gold prices open a new wave of increase amid global policy fluctuations...
China warns of fierce 2026 flood season: Major floods, severe drought
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China forecasts the possibility of facing severe floods and droughts in many areas in 2026.
Russian gas has a chance to return to Germany amidst energy price fluctuations
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Amid rising gasoline prices in Germany, the far-right AfD party called for resuming Russian gas imports.
Russia adjusts gas payment regulations from early April
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The regulation on payment for Russian gas in rubles continues to be extended from April 1 to July 1, 2026.
Russian oil tankers are still busy crossing the English Channel despite UK warnings
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More than 20 sanctioned ships belonging to Russia's "dark fleet" have passed through British waters since the country allowed the military to seize ships.
Slovakia accuses EU of colluding with Ukraine to cut off Russian oil supplies
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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has just accused Europe of secretly negotiating with Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky to block the Druzhba oil pipeline valve.
Russia keeps gas prices low for a European country amid supply shortages
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Russia agreed to extend the gas supply contract to Serbia at a low price, according to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic.
The Hormuz Strait being closed for another month could push oil prices to the $150/barrel mark
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The world is facing the risk of crude oil prices soaring to the threshold of 150 USD/barrel if the maritime route in the Strait of Hormuz is not soon cleared.
Arab countries face the risk of having to fund billions of USD in war expenses for the US military
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The US government is planning to ask Arab countries to share the financial burden for the military campaign targeting Iran.
EU oil and gas has lifebuoys: African super refinery gets involved
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A "new player" from Africa - the super oil refinery Dangote - suddenly emerged as a "cooling down" option for the EU on oil and gas.
Diesel tankers simultaneously change direction, warning of shortages in Europe
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Oil tankers that once transported diesel to Europe have changed direction right at sea, in the context of the Iranian conflict pushing prices up and increasing supply competition.
Iran faces new risks after rejection of US peace proposal
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The US peace proposal was rejected by Iran, tensions escalated as Washington continued to increase regional military pressure.
France convicts captain of Russian oil tanker
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French court convicts Chinese captain of Russian oil tanker.
Oil tanker hit by mysterious artillery shell, burning fiercely off the coast of UAE
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A tanker has just been attacked by artillery shells and caught fire fiercely off the coast of Dubai amidst the tightening of the Middle East's vital maritime route.
Russia announces control of 2 more settlements in Ukraine
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Russian forces have taken control of the two settlements of Novoosinovo in Kharkov and Lugovskoye in Zaporizhzhia in the past 24 hours.
North American expansion strategy and increasing US influence in the Middle East
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The expanded North American strategy announced by the US is receiving much attention and multi-dimensional discussion from experts.
Hormuz suffocated: Why Iran holds the upper hand amidst oil tensions
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Mines, UAVs, missiles and treacherous terrain are turning the Strait of Hormuz into a closed "damage zone", in which Iran still holds the upper hand.
Ukrainian allies urge to stop oil attacks on Russia
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The Ukrainian President revealed that many allied countries are constantly urging Kiev to reduce attacks targeting Moscow's energy system.
Iran announces shocking plan on the Strait of Hormuz
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Amidst the storm of Middle East conflict, Iran announced a plan to collect tolls through the Strait of Hormuz - the world's most important oil transport route.
US deploys thousands of paratroopers to the Middle East
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The US move to increase troops in the Middle East increases concerns about the possibility of expanding the war.
