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Europe
Global Aviation Head Warns of Potential Jet Fuel Rationing in Europe by Late May
Following the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, industry leaders warned that flight cancellations could begin in six weeks due to a “sobering” shortage of aircraft fuel.
April 18, 2026
Russia
Budanov Says Russia Boosting Military Readiness in Transnistria Amid Strategic Fears
The head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office warns that Moscow is reinforcing its limited contingent in the breakaway region to counter perceived threats from Kyiv.
April 18, 2026
NATO
Trump Blasts NATO as Absolutely Useless Following Refusal to Join Iran War
Speaking in Arizona, the US president compared NATO to late campaign donors and dismissed the conflict with Tehran as a mere “military excursion.”
April 18, 2026
Iran
Iran Command Says has Closed Hormuz Again over US Blockade
In a statement shared on state television, the headquarters said Washington had broken a promise by continuing its naval blockade of ships sailing to and from Iran’s ports.
April 18, 2026
Ukraine
EXPLAINED: More and Better Western Assistance to Ukraine Announced This Week
Europe just promised over $16 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, but critical parts of it, like missiles to shoot down Russian ballistic missiles, will be in short supply for years.
Updated: April 21, 2026
US
War in the Middle East: Latest Developments
Iran will close the strategic Strait of Hormuz again if the United States continues its blockade of Iranian ports, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday.
April 18, 2026
Iran
Trump Threatens to Resume Strikes if Iran Deal Fails by April 22
The US president stated he may not extend the current ceasefire, warning that a failure to reach an agreement within days would lead to a renewed blockade and military action.
April 18, 2026
Europe
EU to Conduct Military Simulations to Operationalize Mutual Assistance Clause
Member states will test the Article 42.7 mechanism amid concerns over the reliability of US security guarantees and increasing regional threats to non-NATO partners.
April 18, 2026
Ukraine
Massive Drone Wave Targets Russian Oil Refineries and Ports Across Five Regions
Overnight strikes ignited fires at multiple refineries in Samara and Krasnodar, while 27 drones targeted the Leningrad region as Ukraine intensifies pressure on Moscow’s energy exports.
April 18, 2026
Iran
Trump Expects Iran Peace Deal Within Days Amid Nuclear and Asset Negotiations
The US president announced potential talks to finalize a peace agreement, including a plan to exchange $20 billion in frozen assets for Iran’s enriched uranium.
April 18, 2026
US
Twilight of Trumpism?
The European media note that Donald Trump’s heyday is coming to an end.
April 18, 2026
US
Iran Parliament Speaker Accuses Trump of Spreading Falsehoods Over Strait of Hormuz
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claimed the US president’s statements aim to gain leverage in negotiations, warning that the strategic waterway remains restricted despite claims of it being “fully open.”
April 18, 2026
Ukraine
Russian Drone Hits Residential Building in Kharkiv Region, Injuring Two
A Russian drone strike hit a residential building in Bohodukhiv overnight, damaging several homes and injuring two civilians, according to regional authorities.
April 18, 2026
Ukraine
Svyrydenko Tells US Lawmakers Ukraine Needs More Security Support, Tougher Sanctions on Russia
Visiting Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko urged US lawmakers to tighten sanctions on Russia and strengthen support for Ukraine ahead of winter.
April 18, 2026
Trump
Washington Reverses Decision and Extends Waiver Allowing Russian Oil Sales
The Treasury Department issued a new month-long waiver allowing the sale of Russian oil already loaded on vessels, reversing its earlier statement that the measure would not be renewed.
April 18, 2026
Ukraine
Moscow Falling Back on Soviet-Style Escalation Tactics as Battlefield Gains Stall – Veteran US Diplomat
Veteran US diplomat Daniel Fried says Hungary may stop acting as Putin’s agent in Europe and that Ukraine should move quickly to restore damaged ties with Budapest.
April 18, 2026
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