Iran accuses the U.S. of ceasefire violations after American forces seized an Iranian cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, complicating diplomatic negotiations and regional stability.
Lithuania and Latvia have once again denied Slovak PM Robert Fico overflight rights en route to Moscow for May 9 celebrations, illustrating EU divisions over Russia engagement.
The US extends its suspension of sanctions on Russian oil sales until May 16, balancing geopolitical pressure with global energy market stability amid rising Russian revenues.
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.