The US imposed sanctions on an Iraqi tycoon accused of helping Iran evade restrictions on its oil exports, the latest in a series of moves targeting Tehran’s energy trade https://t.co/FmoPaWKojA ...

Syria exported 600,000 barrels of heavy crude in its first oil shipment in years, as the lifting of western sanctions brings relief to its war-ravaged economy https://t.co/t3Lmf2TkXv ...

Saudi Arabia and Iraq aren’t shipping any crude to Nayara Energy’s refinery in western India after it was sanctioned by the European Union https://t.co/krHb6s8veU ...

Let's talk about the assessment from the German chancellor. Pretty negative. Yes, it is pretty negative, but also potentially clear eyed.We've seen successive rounds of negotiations between the two sides and they've largely just produced prisoner swaps. Putin has stuck to maximalist demands and hasn't backed down. And the Kremlin really hasn't shown any indication that they want this conflict to end or that they're even willing to do a cease fire.Meanwhile, Ukraine, they see this as an existential fight, so ...

Geopolitical Analysis - The report suggests potential progress in Russia-Ukraine peace talks is uncertain, especially with President Trump's deadline approaching [1] - The analysis indicates that President Putin may be manipulating President Trump in regards to the conflict [2][3] - The report highlights concerns that Trump's inconsistent threats undermine US credibility on the international stage, impacting not only Ukraine but also Taiwan and China [9] US Foreign Policy & Strategy - The report criticizes the lack of a clear US strategy and consequences if Russia doesn't comply with demands [4] - The report suggests that the US should impose new sanctions directly on Russian banks and the "shadow fleet" shipping Russian oil, and seize Russian central bank assets (5 to 10 billion USD) in the US [7] - The report advocates for a new military assistance package for Ukraine, criticizing the US for profiting from the war [7][8] Conflict & International Order - The report emphasizes that Putin's war against Ukraine has intensified since President Trump returned to the White House [12] - The report warns against allowing Russia to annex Ukrainian territory, as it threatens the international order established after World War II [16][17] - The report urges the US and Europe to provide Ukraine with the necessary military assets, including long-range fires, to stop Russian expansion [18]

Ukraine Support & Peace Efforts - The industry emphasizes its support for Ukraine and its efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace [1] - The industry aims to achieve the peace that both it and the Ukrainian President desire [1] Russia & International Pressure - The industry notes the disparity between President Putin's international statements and the reality on the ground, highlighting his insincerity [2] - The industry will continue to exert pressure for additional sanctions by itself and the United States to force Russia back to the discussion table [2] - The industry is ready to take additional sanctions [2]

The leaders of France and Germany are calling for additional sanctions to blunt Russia’s war machine https://t.co/wQvgmKv29n https://t.co/OvcoTxCzLk ...

RT IndiaWarZone (@IndiaWarZone)BREAKING: Germany has urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately, warning of possible retaliation after Berlin’s role in triggering UN sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program. 🇩🇪⚠️🇮🇷 https://t.co/nzNweunSbC ...

Geopolitical Risk - China questions Europe's plan to reimpose sanctions on Iran regarding its nuclear program [1] - Industry warns that such actions could potentially worsen the situation [1]

Geopolitics and Trade - A Chinese terminal appears to have taken delivery of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from a US-sanctioned Russian facility [1] - This marks the first such trade, indicating Moscow's efforts to sustain its energy exports despite sanctions [1]