Kievs campaign against the Russian energy sector has pushed the Central Asian nation to pump more crude to China Kazakhstan has redirected part of its oil exports to Russia and China after Ukrainian drone attacks disrupted shipments through Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, the Energy Ministry has said.
UAE oil company announces new investments to bypass Hormuz Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (Adnoc), the Emirate's national oil company, announced plans to construct a new gas export facility to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. The company reported its income for the second quarter of 2026 earlier today, beating forecasts with a net income of $665m and strong guidance for the rest of the year, contingent on exports being fully restored in the fourth quarter. Adnoc also announced its intention to construct a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the eastern coast of the UAE, which would allow it to move LNG out of the Persian Gulf without having to cross the Strait of Hormuz.
Record purchases of Russian oil in July show that India wont be deterred by new US sanctions India is unlikely to reduce its Russian oil purchases, despite a new sanctions bill that imposes steep tariffs on Russia's top oil buyers passing in the US Senate, Indian media reports suggest. The Lindsey O.
Record purchases of Russian oil in July show that India wont be deterred by new US sanctions India is unlikely to reduce its Russian oil purchases, despite a new sanctions bill that imposes steep tariffs on Russia's top oil buyers passing in the US Senate, Indian media reports suggest. The Lindsey O.
US says it has rerouted 55 Iran-linked vessels The US military said on Monday it had rerouted 55 commercial vessels sailing towards Iran as part of its operations to enforce restrictions on Iranian ports. The US Central Command, which coordinates US operations in the Middle East, said in a statement published on X that it had rerouted the vessels, disabled two others and inspected two additional ships to ensure compliance with the restrictions. U.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei said the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen as long as the US maintains its naval blockade against Iran, stressing that Washington must end and make amends for its “destructive actions” before further steps can be discussed.
New Delhi [India], August 10 (ANI): CPI(M) MP V Sivadasan on Monday gave a notice under Rule 267 in Rajya Sabha, seeking suspension to discuss the implications of a recently passed Bill in the US Senate that imposes tariffs of up to 100 per cent on India over its import of Russian oil.
US army says 55 commercial vessels redirected amid its blockade against Iran The US Central Command said late on Sunday that its forces redirected 55 commercial vessels as part of its "strict enforcement" of the blockade against Iran. It also added that two more were disabled and another two were boarded to "ensure compliance".
Washington, DC [US], August 10 (ANI): The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Monday (local time) said that US naval forces have redirected 55 commercial vessels as part of efforts to enforce the US blockade against Iran. In a post on X, CENTCOM said, 'US Sailors stand watch on the bridge of USS Ross (DDG 71). Ross is one of over 20 U.
Soaring food prices are reshaping what Iranian families eat, with new figures showing a steep decline in dairy consumption alongside a longer retreat from red meat as household purchasing power erodes.
Washington, DC [US], August 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump appears to be seeking an exit route from the military confrontation with Iran, as the ongoing conflict proves increasingly complex to resolve, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The report indicates that the US administration may be prepared to set aside the nuclear issue and declare victory if Tehran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is Iran’s best leverage to get Washington to release Iran’s frozen assets, lift economic sanctions and end its naval blockade.
Fleet of 56 tankers shipping oil through Hormuz 'covertly', tracking firm says A fleet of at least 56 is currently conducting "covert ship-to-ship transfer" of oil from Gulf countries, according to TankerTrackers. com, which tracks oil shipments. The firm said the fleet of "visually identified tankers is currently operating in digital darkness to support oil exports from Arab nations neighbouring Iran" “These vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz to conduct covert ship-to-ship (STS) transfers in the Gulf of Oman,” it said, adding that this helps “ensure that you can still afford to enjoy your summer holiday, even if it is only a day trip”.
Washington, DC [US], August 9 (ANI): US Central Command (US CENTCOM) on Saturday (local time) said it has redirected 53 commercial vessels, disabled and boarded two each as part of the 'blockade against Iran'. The central command added that over 30 ships were allowed passage for humanitarian aid, while sailors maintain F/A-18E Super Hornets aboard USS Abraham Lincoln to keep the strike group mission ready.
Iran sets conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has outlined Tehran’s conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement carried by Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB, Zolghadr said Washington must “correct its behaviour” by: Ending threats against Iran and its “sacred values” Permanently halting military action against Iran and its regional allies Withdrawing US naval and air forces involved in the blockade of Iran Compensating Iran for damage inflicted during the recent conflict Lifting US sanctions Releasing frozen Iranian assets “The Supreme National Security Council will not retreat from these demands, whether in war or in negotiations,” Zolghadr said.
Washington, DC [US], August 8 (ANI): The US Senate on Friday passed a bipartisan bill that could authorise President Donald Trump to levy tariffs of up to 100% on goods from countries, including India and China, that continue importing Russian oil and gas, maintaining that such trade helps sustain Moscow's economy and fund its military operations in Ukraine.
Malaysia seizes container suspected of carrying goods bound for Israel Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 08/08/2026 - 12:50 The seizure comes as Kuala Lumpur enforces restrictions on exports to Israel and fulfils its commitments under The Hague Group A Singapore Police Coast Guard boat patrols the Johor Strait near Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, on 5 October 2019 (Roslan Rahman/AFP) Off Malaysian authorities seized a container at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas in Johor, suspected of carrying merchandise intended for export to Israel, local media reported. The container was seized Friday by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) following intelligence received by authorities, which prompted an inspection, according to the report. AKPS said preliminary checks indicated that the shipment may violate customs law, which prohibits the direct or indirect export of goods to Israel.
New Delhi [India], August 8 (ANI): The fresh threat of 100 per cent US tariffs on countries buying Russian oil could put significant pressure on the Indian economy, particularly through higher crude prices, inflation and a widening current account deficit, Sachin Gupta, Chief Ratings Officer at CareEdge Ratings, said.
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 8 (ANI): Foreign Affairs experts have suggested that India begin strategic de-risking from the United States, asserting that mounting economic tensions in the wake of the US Senate passing the Russia sanctions bill could signal a permanent shift in bilateral relations rather than a temporary hurdle.
Washington DC [US], August 8 (ANI): The US Senate has passed Russia Sanctions Bill that carries the name of late Senator Lindsey Graham that could impose upto a 100% tariff on the top five countries, including China and India, that purchase Russian crude oil and natural gas. The bill was passed through the Senate on bipartisan vote, 86 to 11.
