US forces shot down four Iranian drones threatening maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and struck Iranian radar stations amid ongoing regional tensions.
The US has expanded sanctions on Cuban President DÃaz-Canel and Castro family members amid worsening bilateral tensions and Cuba’s deepening economic crisis.
Rosneft advisor Andrey Bezrukov warns Russia may remain in a state of war for decades, urging economic and defense restructuring amid rising security risks and evolving threats.
Russia's new military-technical agreement with the Taliban may open arms transfers and reflects Moscow's strategic recalibration in Central Asia.
Russia plans to limit diesel and aviation kerosene exports temporarily amid refinery disruptions caused by repeated drone attacks, aiming to stabilize the domestic fuel market.
Russia threatens to suspend duty-free gas and oil supplies to Armenia as Yerevan pursues closer ties with the EU, risking critical energy and trade cooperation.
The US military conducted defensive strikes on southern Iran targeting missile sites and mine-laying vessels amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing peace negotiations.
The EU and Mexico have signed a sweeping trade agreement eliminating most tariffs and easing trade barriers, aiming to boost exports, investments, and bilateral cooperation.
The US Treasury has let temporary sanctions relief on Russian oil exports expire without extension, signaling a shift in energy sanctions policy amid geopolitical tensions.
President Trump delays EU auto tariff hike to July 4, extending a key deadline amid ongoing disputes over compliance with a major US-EU trade agreement.
Iran launched missile and drone attacks on the UAE, marking a significant escalation since the US-Iran ceasefire, prompting condemnation and raising regional security concerns.
Iran has delivered a 14-point peace plan to the US outlining conditions to end the Middle East conflict, while Washington remains doubtful about the proposal's acceptance.
The ifo Institute warns that US tariff hikes on EU cars risk triggering a German recession in 2026 if the EU retaliates, threatening the country's vital automotive exports amid escalating trade tensions.
The US notifies European allies of significant arms shipment delays as it urgently replenishes stockpiles depleted by conflict with Iran, while approving large arms exports to Middle Eastern partners.
In April, the Uzbekistani som appreciated 1.8% against the dollar, driven by export growth and rising remittances, with expectations for continued exchange rate stability.
Uzbekistan's halt on gold exports has caused a nearly 30% drop in exports in early 2026, signaling a strategic shift focused on reserve management amid changing trade dynamics.
Oil prices surged after President Trump's threats to block Iran's oil exports via the Strait of Hormuz, raising geopolitical risks and affecting global energy markets.
For the first time in years, Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade excludes military vehicles, citing operational concerns and regional security amid ongoing conflict.
US chargé d’affaires Julie Davis will leave Kyiv amid tensions with the Trump administration and shifting US support policy for Ukraine, raising concerns over diplomatic continuity.
The US Treasury will not extend temporary waivers for purchasing Russian and Iranian oil shipments at sea, signaling a stricter sanctions regime amid geopolitical tensions.
A drone strike by Russian forces in Odessa damaged residential buildings and injured civilians, raising concerns about regional security and business disruptions.