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US
US Disables Three Iranian‑Flagged Tankers Under Gulf Blockade
US warplanes disabled three Iranian‑flagged tankers enforcing a Gulf blockade, as tensions persist alongside continuing diplomatic talks.
May 8, 2026
US
US Sanctions Cuban Military Corporation
The US imposed sanctions on a major Cuban military conglomerate and foreign partners, intensifying economic pressure on Havana.
May 7, 2026
US
UAE Ships Oil Through Strait of Hormuz Without Location Trackers
The move highlights fragile diplomacy and rising tensions around key oil routes as Washington navigates between negotiations and military pressure on Tehran.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
Drone Crashes in Latvia, Ukrainian Blitz near Moscow, and Kremlin’s Hit List in Kyiv – Ukraine Latest, May 7
New refinery strikes in Perm, logistics hub hit near Moscow, and Russia’s V-Day preparations – updates from Ukraine and beyond
May 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Hits Russia’s Perm Refinery With Long-Range Drones
The refinery is located in the Ural mountain range that separates Europe and Asia, with Russian media noting Lukoil facilities were struck again after recently coming under fire.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
Ceasefire Violations, Nuclear Missile Tests, and Putin’s Coup Rumors – Ukraine Latest, May 6
Zelensky’s response to Russia’s ceasefire violations, Russia’s plan to test nuclear-capable missiles, and potential breakthroughs in US-Iran war – updates from Ukraine and beyond
May 6, 2026
Russia
Russian Oil Price Surges to Highest Since 2014 as Kremlin Reaps Iran War Windfall
Russia’s income boost comes despite disruptions to its exports in April, with Ukrainian drone attacks forcing temporary closures at key ports and refineries.
May 6, 2026
Ukraine
The Battle for Ceasefires – Ukraine Latest, May 5
Internet blackouts in Moscow, mounting Russian losses, and Trump weighs in on Zelensky – updates from Ukraine and beyond
May 5, 2026
Ukraine
Drones and Missiles Strike Deep Into Russia, Targeting Oil, Arms Production
Ukrainian special services struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries and a military electronics plant deep inside the country, hitting fuel infrastructure and systems used in missiles and drones.
May 5, 2026
Russia
First Russian Oil Arrives in Japan Since Iran War: Media
Japan, which depends on the Middle East for around 95 percent of its oil imports, has tried to diversify its sources of energy since the outbreak of war on February 28 saw Tehran shut the strait.
May 5, 2026
Russia
Cruelest Month for Russian Fuel: Inside Ukraine’s April Deep Strike Wave
Ukraine says it struck 14 Russian refineries and key fuel hubs in April, alongside ports, ships, aircraft and military sites from Crimea to the Urals.
May 4, 2026
Russia
Fourth Strike in Two Weeks: Tuapse Oil Terminal Hit Again, Fires Reignite
A new drone strike hit Russia’s Tuapse oil terminal, igniting tanks and causing outages. It marks the fourth attack in two weeks as fires and environmental risks persist.
Updated: May 1, 2026
Russia
Ukraine Hits Perm Twice in 24 Hours, Hazard Alert Sounds Across City as Key Oil Facilities Burn
Fires reported at key oil facilities in the Perm region as Ukraine also appears to attack Sverdlov Plant in Dzerzhinsk – one of Russia’s largest explosives producers.
Updated: April 30, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Hails ‘Fair Response’ as Ukraine Strikes Orsk and Perm 1,500 km Behind the Lines
Drones struck oil infrastructure in Russia’s Orsk and Perm, triggering fires at key facilities, including a major refinery and a pipeline station.
Updated: April 29, 2026
Ukraine
The New Oil Order? – Ukraine Latest, April 28
Silver linings in Iran talks, Hormuz developments, Ukrainian-Israeli diplomatic spat, and Ukraine’s accusation against Steven Seagal – updates from Ukraine and beyond
April 28, 2026
UAE
UAE to Withdraw From OPEC, OPEC+: State Media
The United Arab Emirates is set to leave the OPEC and OPEC+ groupings on May 1, state media reported Tuesday, framing the move as a strategic shift by the leading oil producer.
April 28, 2026