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.
Moscow strengthens industrial joint ventures with Tajikistan by leveraging hydropower, agriculture, and mining in a strategy based on mutual interest and economic complementarity.
The construction of Uzbekistan’s first small modular reactor (SMR) is underway, with 1.5mn m³ of earth being excavated in Jizzakh, marking a major milestone for the nuclear project led by Rosatom.
Serbian oil company NIS, partially owned by Gazprom, faces newly enforced US sanctions after a nine-month reprieve, testing the country's fuel supply chain.
Ambassadors of European Union member states have approved the transmission of a legislative proposal to phase out Russian fossil fuel imports by January 2028 to the Council of Ministers.
The State Duma has approved Russia’s formal withdrawal from a treaty signed with the United States on the elimination of military-grade plutonium, ending over two decades of strategic nuclear cooperation.
Crude prices rose following the decision by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies to increase production only marginally in November, despite ongoing signs of oversupply.
Hungarian oil group MOL and Croatian operator JANAF are negotiating an extension of their crude transport agreement as the region seeks to reduce reliance on Russian oil.
The Ukrainian government is preparing to raise natural gas imports by 30% to offset damage to its energy infrastructure and ensure supply continuity during the winter season.
Rail shipments of Belarusian gasoline to Russia surged in September as Moscow sought to offset fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian attacks on its energy infrastructure.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said it was not in Poland’s interest to extradite to Germany a Ukrainian citizen suspected of taking part in the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022.
Denmark is intensifying inspections of ships passing through Skagen, a strategic point linking the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, to counter the risks posed by the Russian shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.
A night-time attack on Belgorod’s power grid left thousands without electricity, according to Russian local authorities, despite partial service restoration the following morning.
Polish authorities have 40 days to decide on the extradition of a Ukrainian accused of participating in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea.
Welding of the main reactor for Egypt’s El Dabaa nuclear power plant has been completed in Russia, marking a major milestone in the development of the country's first civilian nuclear programme.
A Panama-flagged vessel suspected of belonging to the Russian shadow fleet was detained by German customs after suffering an engine failure in the Baltic Sea in January.
Iraq and the United Arab Emirates have submitted compensation plans to OPEC+ to offset their production surplus in February, amid falling crude prices and the gradual reduction of cuts planned for April.
Amidst war and geopolitical uncertainty, Ukraine must choose between European influence and the strategic promises of the United States, a choice that could redefine its economic and security future, particularly in terms of natural resources.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to discuss the sharing of rare earth resources in Ukraine on Tuesday, including energy production plants and territories rich in raw materials. These resources are at the heart of the ceasefire negotiations.
Presidents Vladimir Putin and Nicolás Maduro announced an agreement to expand their cooperation, particularly in the energy sector. This initiative comes amid increased U.S. sanctions against Caracas.
TotalEnergies faces multiple lawsuits initiated by international NGOs over environmental and social issues related to its global projects. While several cases remain ongoing, the majority have been dismissed or dropped by the courts, questioning their legitimacy.
A tripartite meeting between China, Russia and Iran will be held in Beijing to address the Iranian nuclear dossier as tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear programme continue to rise.
In the context of growing trade tensions with the United States, the European Union strengthens its imports of American liquefied natural gas (LNG) to diversify its energy sources and reduce its dependence on Russian gas.
The Trump administration is detailing its energy priorities in Houston this week, focusing on deregulation and support for fossil fuels. The CERAWeek conference, which gathers key industry players, will serve as the stage for these announcements.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has begun an assessment visit to the Rooppur nuclear power plant, Bangladesh’s first facility, 90% financed by Russia. The inspection focuses on site safety ahead of the scheduled fuel loading in 2025.
Orano has secured a €400 million loan from the European Investment Bank to finance the expansion of its Georges Besse II uranium enrichment plant at Tricastin, aiming to increase its capacity by 30% by 2028.
OPEC+ has authorized a gradual increase in Iraq's oil quota starting in April 2025, enabling the country to reach 4.11 million barrels per day by January 2026, amid strategic developments marked by the imminent reopening of the Iraq-Turkey pipeline.
French group Orano has signed an agreement with Energoatom to provide uranium enrichment services until 2040. This collaboration aims to reduce Ukraine's reliance on Rosatom, the Russian nuclear giant.
Russia and Myanmar have signed an agreement for the construction of a small nuclear power plant in Myanmar. The project aims to provide affordable energy for Myanmar’s economy while strengthening bilateral relations.
In 2024, France maintained its position as the leading importer of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Europe, despite an overall decline in its gas consumption.
Opec+ has reaffirmed its plan for a gradual increase in oil production starting from April 2025, a decision that has led to a drop in oil prices, particularly Brent. This strategy marks a shift in the cartel’s approach.
Oil prices dropped this Tuesday after Opec+’s decision to maintain its plan of gradual production increases starting in April, despite calls from the US president to reduce energy prices.
Russia has once again accused Ukraine of attacking the TurkStream pipeline with drones, marking the second attack in two months aimed at disrupting Russian gas deliveries to Europe.
