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Hormuz paralyzed, key oil exporter in the Middle East declares force majeure
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Kuwait has continued to declare a state of force majeure with shipments of crude oil and refined products due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Hungary reviews Russia's Paks II nuclear power project, price doubled
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The new Hungarian government announced that it will comprehensively review Russia's Paks II nuclear power plant project, amid double costs.
Tim Cook will resign as Apple CEO
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Apple announced on April 20 that Tim Cook will resign as CEO in September and hand over the highest position to veteran personnel John Ternus.
German auto industry shifts to weapons production
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Germany's auto industry is shifting its focus from manufacturing automobiles and components to weapons manufacturing due to reduced demand and increased militarization in Europe.
Iran reveals nuclear orientation amid international pressure over enriched uranium
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Iran affirms nuclear development within the framework of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), and does not give up the right to enrich uranium.
Russia pledges to connect oil flows to Cuba under pressure from the US
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Russia pledged to continue supplying oil to Cuba amid escalating energy crisis.
Mr. Trump declares permanent opening of Hormuz, Iran conflict is very close to ending
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Mr. Trump affirmed that the Strait of Hormuz has been "opened forever" and the Iranian conflict is very close to ending, but the reality on the ground is still chaotic.
US rejects Russia's proposal to keep Iranian uranium
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The proposal to bring Iran's enriched uranium to Russia was once seen as a "technical way out" of the nuclear deadlock, but the US refused.
Gold price forecast towards the 6,200 USD/ounce mark, waiting for a boost from interest rates
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UBS forecasts that gold prices still have room to increase sharply, with the possibility of heading towards the 6,200 USD/ounce mark in the medium term.
Russian oil price exceeds 125 USD/barrel, April revenue will exceed 10 billion USD
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The strong increase in world oil prices is helping Russia record its highest budget revenue from oil exports in many months.
World 24h: Forecast of fierce storm season from the first super typhoon in 2026
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World news 15. 4: Russian ship returns to port after 220 days, refuels 10,000 tons of oil for warships; Forecast of fierce storm season from the first super typhoon in 2026...
Russia consolidates solid position in the area near Grigorovka
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Russian forces have significantly consolidated positions in the area near Grigorovka, Kharkov province, Ukraine.
Mexico declares protection for citizens at all levels against Trump's immigration policy
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed that she will bring the case of 15 citizens dying in US prisons to international human rights bodies.
North Korea strengthens nuclear weapons manufacturing capabilities
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Increased nuclear activity shows that North Korea continues to expand its production capacity of materials for its strategic weapons program.
First super ship finds way through Hormuz after blockade order
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Super oil tanker heading Iraq is trying to cross the Strait of Hormuz into the Persian Gulf.
Ukraine and 11 allied countries participate in Sweden's largest exercise of the year
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The Ukrainian army will coordinate with Sweden in the Aurora 26 exercise to test reinforcement capabilities and cope with threats in the Baltic Sea.
South Korea provides data on 26 related ships to Iran to find a way out in Hormuz
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The South Korean government shared a list of ships and boats stranded with Iran to ensure maritime safety amid escalating tensions.
8 billion USD proposal to help Cuba achieve 93% electricity autonomy
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A new report suggests that with 8 billion USD, Cuba can meet up to 93.4% of electricity demand from clean energy sources.
Hungary may use new oil pipeline to replace Druzhba
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The European Union (EU) will propose that the new Hungarian government use the pipeline through Croatia, which could replace the Druzhba system from Russia.
Virtue of returning Ukrainian men to the front lines
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Germany announced it would coordinate to bring Ukrainian men of military age back to the country amid Kiev's shortage of troops.
