The United States announces a tariff increase beyond the 10% base rate targeting several Colombian products. Bogotá has recalled its ambassador. The detailed list of tariff lines has not yet been published, while Colombia’s ban on coal exports to Israel remains in effect.
The decline in imports and the rise in refining in September reduced China’s crude surplus to its lowest in eight months, opening the way for tactical buying as Brent slips below 61 dollars.
Jordan can export electricity if three conditions align: fuel availability for its power plants, measurable system surplus, and a functional transit framework via Syria to Lebanon with clear metering and settlement rules.
Sultan Qaboos University announces a breakthrough in water electrolysis using new rare-metal catalysts, improving production efficiency by more than 30%.
The formal expiration of the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran comes as international sanctions have already been reinstated and diplomatic negotiations remain stalled.
Israeli company Prisma Photonics has raised $30mn in a funding round led by Protego Ventures to develop its artificial intelligence-based detection system for power grids and critical infrastructure.
Major global oil traders anticipate a continued decline in Brent prices, citing the fading geopolitical premium and rising supply, particularly from non-OPEC producers.
China imported an average of 11.5 million barrels of crude oil per day in September, supported by higher refining rates among both state-run and independent operators.
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on more than 50 entities linked to Iranian oil exports, targeting Chinese refineries and vessels registered in Asia and Africa.
Alnaft has signed two study agreements with Omani firm Petrogas E&P on the Touggourt and Berkine basins, aiming to update hydrocarbon potential in key oil-producing areas.
Import quotas exhaustion and falling demand push Chinese independent refineries to sharply reduce Iranian crude volumes, affecting supply levels and putting downward pressure on prices.
Sembcorp Salalah Power & Water Company has obtained a new 10-year Power and Water Purchase Agreement from Nama Power and Water Procurement Company, ensuring operational continuity until 2037.
China has established a clandestine oil-for-projects barter system to circumvent US sanctions and support Iran’s embargoed economy, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal investigation.
The new GeoMap tool identifies vast geothermal potential in the Middle East, notably for urban cooling, long-duration storage, and large-scale power generation.
At World Atomic Week in Moscow, the Russian president advocated for a reform of civil nuclear funding mechanisms, urging stronger involvement from multilateral financial institutions.
Seoul estimates Pyongyang holds enough highly enriched uranium to produce up to 50 atomic bombs, reigniting concerns over its growing nuclear arsenal despite international sanctions.
Iran has less than two days to avoid the reinstatement of United Nations sanctions, as Europeans and the United States deem its nuclear commitments insufficient.
Iran and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding for the design and construction of small modular nuclear reactors, strengthening their cooperation in the field of civilian nuclear energy.
The first Israeli onshore wave-powered energy plant is operational in Jaffa. This project represents a strategic milestone for energy diversification and technological innovation.
The United States has imposed new sanctions on 35 Iranian ships accused of clandestinely exporting oil, aiming to curb revenues financing Tehran's nuclear program and regional activities.
Qatar will invest one billion pounds in climate technologies in the United Kingdom, an agreement hailed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as a "significant step forward" during the official visit of Emir Al-Thani.
Ace Green Recycling merges with Athena Technology Acquisition Corp. II to accelerate its development, with plans for expansion in Texas and specialized technology in energy storage for lead and lithium-ion batteries.
Iran has brought thousands of next-generation centrifuges online, increasing uranium enrichment to 60%, defying a recent resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
The unexpected growth in Iranian oil exports, combined with slowing Chinese demand, disrupts the global tanker market as sanctioned fleets capture a growing share of maritime trade.
The Trump administration considers sanctions against Iraq to limit Iranian influence. These measures could redefine the geopolitical and economic dynamics of the global energy market.
The American bank anticipates a decline in Brent crude oil prices to $76 per barrel in 2025, driven by an oversupply in the global oil market, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Iran has activated thousands of advanced centrifuges to enrich uranium up to 60%, defying a recent resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) criticizing its lack of cooperation.
The marine fuel market faces abundant stockpiles and geopolitical tensions. The price gap for low-sulfur fuel oil (LSFO) between Singapore and Fujairah has reached its narrowest point in three months, reflecting limited demand and pressure on margins.
The easing of Panama Canal constraints and growing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fleet have kept Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) freight rates at historically low levels, with uncertain market prospects ahead.
In response to IAEA criticism, Iran has activated new advanced centrifuges, escalating its nuclear program and heightening tensions with Western powers.
Tehran warns that the European resolution condemning its nuclear program at the IAEA risks severely disrupting relations with the UN agency ahead of a crucial vote.
The United States and European nations have presented a resolution at the IAEA condemning Iran for failing to fully cooperate on its nuclear program. Tehran warns of repercussions following this decision.
Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, visits Iran to inspect the Fordo and Natanz sites. This visit comes as Tehran seeks to dispel doubts about its nuclear ambitions.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi visits Iran to revive inspections and seek a diplomatic resolution on Iran's nuclear program amid growing international tensions.
Niger opens its doors to Russian companies for the exploration of its natural wealth, marking a strategic shift as tensions persist with French companies, particularly over uranium.
