Trump said Putin is more interested than Zelensky in a Ukraine peace deal, while Kyiv urges U.S. pressure over an energy ceasefire.
The EU plans new financing for Ukrainian drone and missile purchases as leaders prepare to debate Kyiv’s 2027 funding needs.
CENTCOM says a U.S. strike disabled a Panama-flagged cargo ship after blockade warnings, as tanker fire adds pressure on energy markets.
Zelensky criticized a U.S.-Russia diesel arrangement, warning that sanctions relief without de-escalation would strengthen Moscow’s war effort.
Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance would test Moscow’s readiness for Ukraine talks, as U.S. senators urge Trump to withdraw the invitation.
Merz says Germany must adapt as ties with Washington worsen, framing the strain as a security challenge and an opening for reform.
Russia is expected at the G20 energy meeting in Houston, adding sanctions, security and corporate risk questions to the agenda.
Houthi control of Mocha heightens risks around Bab el-Mandeb, a Red Sea route central to oil supply, shipping decisions and U.S. Iran strategy.
Zelensky expects late-September talks with U.S. officials on energy security, grain exports and Russia’s pressure on Ukraine.
President Trump announces new U.S.-Iran negotiations starting August 3, postponing military strikes to focus on diplomatic solutions amid ongoing tensions.
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant experienced its 23rd power outage since the conflict began, raising significant safety and strategic concerns for regional energy supply and nuclear operations.
The Saratov refinery has halted operations after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged its primary processing unit, worsening fuel shortages in Russia amid ongoing refinery attacks.
The US has launched new military strikes against Iranian targets to limit Tehran's interference with shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after tanker attacks.
The US extends NIS's operational license amid delays in MOL’s acquisition of Gazprom’s 56% stake, allowing Serbia’s key oil refinery to continue functioning under sanctions.
Germany's Economy Minister urges Turkey to exclude Russian gas from future EU energy deals, highlighting geopolitical and business strategy shifts amid ongoing conflicts.
Pakistan announces the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after US and Iran sign a memorandum to end hostilities and lift port blockades.
G7 leaders commit to new sanctions on Russian energy and expand military aid to Ukraine, aiming to intensify economic pressure and support Ukraine's defense capabilities.
US Treasury extends deadline for MOL to complete negotiations for acquiring Gazprom’s stake in Serbian oil refiner NIS, amid sanctions and regional energy shifts.
Russia warns Armenia that its growing ties with the EU may lead to suspension of duty-free gas and petroleum imports, threatening critical energy cooperation agreements.
Lukoil's Nizhny Novgorod refinery cut over half its processing capacity after Ukrainian drone attacks, affecting about 25% of Russia’s oil refining output.
France and Poland are jointly developing a military satellite to secure Poland's defense communications and reduce reliance on foreign satellite systems by 2030.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia until oil flow resumes via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, citing energy security concerns.