Russia, Iran

Oil jumps more than 3% on concern over more sanctions on Russia and Iran
Oil prices surged on Friday and were on track for a third straight week of gains as traders focused on potential supply disruptions from more sanctions on Russia and Iran. Brent crude futures gained $2.
US imposes sanctions on Iranian, Russian entities for trying to influence US election
The Moscow-based CGE also manipulated a video it used to produce baseless accusations concerning a 2024 vice presidential candidate.
Oil Prices Skyrocket 4.5% as U.S. Targets Russian Tankers
Oil prices hit a three-month high due to new US sanctions targeting Russian oil tankers and maritime insurance providers, amidst dwindling US crude stockpiles and cold weather.
How Iran moves sanctioned oil around the world
Inside the secret operations of Iranian company Sahara Thunder, revealed and visually reconstructed from more than 10,000 leaked emails.
Oil Rises Amid Expectations of Tighter Supply From Russia, Iran
Oil rose in the early Asian session amid expectations of tightening supply from Russia and Iran due to Western sanctions, Exness’ Maria Agustina Patti said.
Oil prices jump as U.S. imposes sweeping sanctions against Russia oil industry
The U.S. Treasury Department is sanctioning Russian oil companies, tankers, officials and executives. Oil prices jumped on worries that crude supplies would face disruptions. Oil prices jumped more than 3% on Friday as the U.
Oil prices rally 3% as US hits Russian oil with tougher sanctions
Oil prices rallied nearly 3% to their highest in three months on Friday as traders braced for supply disruptions from the broadest U.S. sanctions package targeting Russian oil and gas revenue. The Biden administration on Friday imposed fresh sanctions targeting Russian oil producers,
Oil Prices Top $80 On Rumoured US Sanctions On Russia
Oil prices soared on Friday as traders anticipated rumoured new US sanctions against Russia, which would further disrupt its crude exports and therefore tighten supplies.
US intensifies sanctions on Russian oil: Equities tumble, crude prices rally
The Biden administration's new sanctions target Russia's oil giants Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, shadow fleet vessels, and opaque traders. Oil prices surged, while European equities slid as investors fear tighter global supply.
Oil touches $80 per barrel as sweeping sanctions against Russia rattle markets
Oil rose to $80 per barrel, the highest level since October, as the US announced new sanctions against Russia.

Iran, Syria

A top Iranian general said Russia was actually bombing the empty desert while saying it was attacking Syrian rebels
Behrouz Esbati said he partially blamed Russia for the fall of Assad's government, in a rare break from Iran's official line ...
Russia's Ghost Fleet In Focus As West Sanctions Key Oil Sector
Russia's shadow, or ghost, fleet was back in focus Friday after the country was hit by Western sanctions on its key oil ...
Iran holds military drills as it faces rising economic pressures and Trump's return
Iran is reeling from a cratering economy and stinging military setbacks across its sphere of influence in the Middle East.
Doomsday Clock reset imminent amid Israel-Hamas war and threats from Iran, North Korea and Russia’s ‘unhinged’ Putin
Our planet is the closest it has ever been to a global nuclear holocaust, the scientific community has warned over the past ...
US imposes sanctions on Russian and Iranian groups over disinformation targeting American voters
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on two groups linked to Russian and Iranian disinformation campaigns targeting this year's ...
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The Rise of Eurasia and the Russia–China–Iran–North Korea Axis
Like any newly elected American President, Donald Trump must all too soon address international affairs that have been much ...
Iran is weaker than it's been for decades as it prepares for Trump to take office again
Iran's military power and influence has been badly weakened and clashes with Israel and the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria ...
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Iran In 'Critical Situation' After Punishing Year At Home And Abroad
Last year was one to forget for Iran as the country’s clerical establishment suffered a series of setbacks at home and abroad. Analysts say without major shifts in policy, the new year will only ...