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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.
Denmark warns Russia and the US may interfere in national elections
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On February 27, Danish intelligence agency issued a warning about foreign interference activities ahead of the general election on March 24.
Swiss bank officially collapses after US sanctions
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MBaer Merchant Bank AG has just been shut down after the US launched its strongest punitive tool, cutting off access to the USD of this institution.
US - Israel airstrikes Iran, Middle East at risk of major conflict
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The US airstrikes Iran, while Israel declares it has launched a preemptive strike and declared a nationwide state of emergency.
Germany and the Chinese problem of Chancellor Merz
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The difference with his predecessor in views and policies towards China has helped German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have a fairly successful visit to China in terms of economy, trade and domestic affairs, but also some difficulties in foreign affairs.
Pakistan - Afghanistan tensions erupt
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Pakistan bombs targets in major Afghan cities on the night of February 26. 2. Pakistani Defense Minister called the fighting a "war breakout".
US demands ownership of super ship carrying 1.8 million barrels of Venezuelan oil
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The US Department of Justice has just dealt a decisive blow to the "dark fleet" network by filing a claim to permanent ownership of the supership Skipper and 1.8 million barrels of smuggled oil.
President Trump calculates with Cuba
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President Trump has just proposed the idea of a "friendly immigration" policy towards Cuba, as the US is tightening its economic grip on this island nation.
Ukrainian President holds emergency meeting with Slovakia to defuse oil and gas artery
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The Ukrainian President sent an urgent invitation to Prime Minister Robert Fico to resolve the crisis surrounding the strategic oil pipeline Druzhba.
Trump disappointed with Iran talks, reveals use of force
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Mr. Trump expressed disappointment with the negotiation process with Iran, and warned that "sometimes force must be used".
Pakistan - Afghanistan ready for negotiations
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The Taliban government in Afghanistan declared its readiness to negotiate with Pakistan after being airstriked.
Money plane crashes, 15 people killed
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A serious plane crash occurred near the Bolivian capital, causing heavy casualties and chaos.
Russia announces the number of controlled settlements in the past week
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In the week of February 21-27, Russian forces controlled four settlements in Kharkov, Zaporizhzhia, Dnepropetrovsk and Donetsk.
Russia wants to resume flights to Cuba, calling on the US to end sanctions
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Russia is interested in restoring flights to Cuba, but it depends on the ability to supply fuel and the decision from Havana.
2026 weather forecast into the hottest heat group in 176 years
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The latest weather forecast models show that 2026 may be in the group of 4 hottest years since 1850.
Pentagon threatens to cancel 200 million USD contract due to AI company refusing request
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The artificial intelligence company Anthropic (USA) does not accept the Pentagon's request to remove protection mechanisms from the AI system.
