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Militia inflicts heavy losses on Ukrainian troops in battle for Mariupol
Several Ukrainian army groupings are encircled by the militia fighters in three locations
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Pentagon awards $500 million contract to Scale AI company — agency
According to Bloomberg, the agreement is a five-fold increase of a $100 million deal the company received in September 2025
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Terror against journalists helps West hush up Donbass truth — LPR Union of Journalists
Yevgeny Murylev says that the truth about the events in Donbass has begun to "seep into the minds of Europeans"
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IDF ready to resume large-scale operation against Iran — Israeli chief of staff
According to Eyal Zamir, Israel has "a historic opportunity to change the regional reality in this multi-front operation"
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Trump believes memorandum with Iran to be signed within week — Fox News
Anchor Bret Baier said after a conversation with the American leader over the phone that the official considers the memorandum "a game changer" in resolving the conflict
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US military aircraft struck by Iran makes it to Kuwait — TV
Iran also fired at two US UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters conducting a search and rescue operation
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Duration of stay on Russian prospective orbital station limited to about 3 years — expert
In Vyacheslav Shurshakov' estimates, typical length of space missions to ROSS would be about 10-11 months
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Israeli army storms Palestinian town of Tubas in West Bank
Earlier, the IDF press service reported the completion of a 60-hour raid in the city of Jenin
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US president threatens strikes on Iran’s energy, civilian infrastructure
Donald Trump called on Iranian leaders to open the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that otherwise the country "will be living in hell
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Ukraine’s economics ministry expects 2014 inflation at 19%
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US may reduce presence in Mideast bases as result of conflict with Iran — WP
According to the sources, a final decision has not yet been made
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Nationalists carried out provocation on Chernobyl NPP power lines — Defense Ministry
According to Russian Deputy Minister of Defense Nikolay Pankov, currently, the Ukrainian side avoids organizing any repairs
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Trump says Iran has 48 hours to make deal or open strait
Time is running out: 48 hours remain before all hell rains down on them, US President said
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EU aid to Ukraine frozen — Borrell
The ex-chief of EU diplomacy said the situation is similar with the approval of new sanctions against Russia
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Israel not surprised by US statement on Iran deal, government source tells TASS
According to the source, the prime minister’s team and the US president’s office are in direct communication
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US proposal to end war contains terms unacceptable to Iran — Tasnim
According to the source, Washington aims at justifying US President Donald Trump’s statement regarding the end of Operation Project Freedom, which was designed to facilitate the transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz
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Ukrainian forces attacked Energodar 20 times, no casualties, governor says
Yevgeny Balitsky said that emergency services are currently assessing the extent of the damage
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Iran urges UN members against adopting new Security Council resolution on Hormuz Strait
According to the permanent mission, "the US is pushing a flawed, politically motivated UN Security Council draft resolution under the pretext of 'freedom of navigation' to advance its political agenda and legitimize unlawful actions"
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US envoy may meet with Ukrainian security official in Miami later in the week — agency
Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zheleznyak said earlier that Rustem Umerov would skip a meeting of Verkhovna Rada’s temporary commission investigating the case of businessman Timur Mindich
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Pentagon awards $500 million contract to Scale AI company — agency
According to Bloomberg, the agreement is a five-fold increase of a $100 million deal the company received in September 2025
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Russian forces strike Ukrainian UAV assembly workshops in past day — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted roughly 290 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed an enemy tank and an armored combat vehicle in its area of responsibility, the Defense Ministry reported
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NATO forces intercept missile presumably launched from Iran — Turkish Defense Ministry
According to the ministry, "all necessary measures are being taken decisively and without hesitation against any threat directed at Turkey's territory and airspace"
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Israel gets US permission to eliminate Radwan commander in Beirut — Kan
According to the state television and radio company, this was the first Israeli attack on the Beirut area since the beginning of the current ceasefire with Lebanon
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Iran divides countries into three categories based on use of Strait of Hormuz — TV
According to the TV channel, all states are divided into three categories — "hostile," "neutral," and "friendly"
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Kiev not ready for ceasefire, provoking Moscow in every possible way — MP
Vladimir Dzhabarov said that Ukraine understands the West needs it, as long as Kiev keeps fighting
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Putin says West seeking to weaken and destroy Russia
The West "has been overtly stating that it managed to break up the Soviet Union back in 1991 and that now it’s high time Russia was divided into regions that would conduct hostilities against one another," the president said
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PSG clinches spot in Champions League final
The French club will now face Arsenal
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US, Iran discuss moratorium on uranium enrichment for over 10 years — media
According to sources, the one-page plan under discussion calls for an announcement declaring an end to hostilities and the start of a 30-day negotiation period on key contentious issues, including Iran’s nuclear program
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US-Israeli strike on humanitarian aid aircraft in western Iran reported
The Civil Aviation Organization of the Islamic Republic called on all international bodies to take appropriate measures in response to this incident
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Russian Defense Ministry issues grave warning to anyone living in Kiev
The ministry pointed out that if Ukraine attempted to carry out its criminal plans in order to disrupt Russia's Victory Day celebrations, the Russian Army would deliver a strike targeting downtown Kiev
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Iran calls on Saudi Arabia to ‘eject’ US troops from region
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed that Iran respects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and considers it a brotherly nation
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Ukrainian army carries out five attacks on DPR in past day
A civilian was reported injured
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Ukraine continues to send drone swarms at Energodar despite own truce pledge
Mayor Maxim Pukhov said that a massive raid on the city continues
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News agency reveals number of Iranian students, education workers killed in conflict
In addition, 245 students have died as a result of attacks on Iran since the start of the conflict
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Denmark uses Bornholm to threaten Russia’s security, including Kaliningrad — ambassador
Vladimir Barbin stressed that Denmark's activity in Russia does not go unnoticed
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Iran must export nuclear fuel to US as part of potential deal — Trump
The American president also confirmed that one of the conditions of the agreement is that Iran will suspend the operation of its underground facilities
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Hungary views China as pillar of multipolar world — Orban
Hungarian prime minister recalled that Hungary has always adhered to the ‘one China’ principle
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Persian Gulf countries running out of interceptor missiles - Bloomberg
Iran has fired almost 1,200 ballistic missiles and 4,000 Shahed drones at the Gulf states since the start of the war
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Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim arrives in Moscow — diplomatic source
The King has come to Moscow at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of the upcoming 81st anniversary celebrations of the Soviet Union’s Victory over Nazi Germany
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Russia takes into account Britain’s hostile adventurism in military planning — ambassador
Andrey Kelin added: "Any actions that undermine Russian interests will be met with the strongest response"
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Press review: Russia preps for Ukrainian V-Day attacks as US nears striking Iran again
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, May 6th
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Roscosmos invites NASA chief to Russia
The US Senate unanimously voted to appoint Nelson to the post of NASA chief in late April
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Russia to respond to security threats by instilling 'primal terror' into Europe — Medvedev
Russia is being dictated to accept the 'peace through force' concept, Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said
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Next year’s Russian manned missions to ISS due in March, September — source
The spring mission will take to the orbit Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Novitsky, Belarusian cosmonaut Marina Vasilevskaya and NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson
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Georgians living abroad may be barred from voting overseas
Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili noted that similar regulations exist in Armenia, Ireland, Israel and Malta
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Russia must be able to defend itself — Erdogan on revised nuclear doctrine
The Turkish leader reiterated that "both Russia and Ukraine are Turkey’s neighbors"
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German chancellor points to epic global turning point
The current process is "not just a conjunctural crisis or a structural failure," Friedrich Merz says
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US fighter jet downed over Iran likely conducted strikes on ground targets — media
According to CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean, the pilots of the downed fighter had sidearms
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Kremlin closely following developments after US airstrikes in Syria
Earlier on February 26, the US carried out airstrikes near the Syrian-Iraqi border
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Further phases of BRICS expansion will follow, says South African president
It is noted that the membership will take effect from January 1, 2024
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World’s largest nuclear-powered sub takes part in Russia’s Northern Fleet drills
Its notional enemies were small missile ships Onega and Naryan-Mar
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Russophobic position leads EU, UK to serious agricultural crisis
Russian Presidential Envoy Kirill Dmitriev said the US is wise to significantly increase its purchases of Russian fertilizer to the highest level in history
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US, Iran close to signing one-page memorandum to end war — news outlet
According to the news outlet, the US leadership’s decision to suspend Operation Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz is linked to progress in the negotiations
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Oil production in OPEC countries down to 36-year minimum — Bloomberg
The largest disruption on the oil market in history entailed a spike in gasoline, jet and diesel fuel prices
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Trump believes deal with Iran could be signed before May 14
The US president believes the conflict has "a very good chance of ending"
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Lebanon’s death toll from Israeli strikes reaches 2,715 — Health Ministry
8,353 people have been injured since the start of the conflict's escalation
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US interested in calling on Arab nations to help pay for cost of Iran operation — official
The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28
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Israel, US attack amusement park in central Iran
No information on casualties or damage has been reported yet
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Trump claims Iran agreed to give up nuclear weapons
Earlier, CNN quoted sources as saying that Washington and Tehran were discussing a moratorium on uranium enrichment for more than 10 years
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Aeroflot limits use of power banks on board
Changes are associated with the update in international safety requirements
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Russian MP warns of nuclear proliferation risk if Israel uses nukes against Iran
Alexey Pushkov noted that the question of whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will use nuclear weapons in Iran has been actively discussed on American television in recent days
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US leader says no deadline set for Iran talks
Donald Trump expressed confidence that Iran and the United States would reach an agreement to end the conflict
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Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier heads to Red Sea
According to Le Figaro, the deployment of the aircraft carrier takes place against the background of plans for an international mission to ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz
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Russian government boosts support for electronics manufacturing in Far East, Arctic
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin noted that the government has allocated over $2.39 bln for these purposes over the next three years
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Claims about US sabotage at Russian spaceports justify US military spending — expert
Alexander Stepanov questioned the plausibility of US plans to infiltrate Russian space facilities, noting that such operations would be highly risky and likely fatal for any special forces involved
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US attacks cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz killing five people — Tasnim
According to the news agency, the vessels carrying civilian cargo were traveling from the Omani port of Khasab to the coast of Iran
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Gazprom Neft in talks on NIS stake sale with MOL only
According to the company, the required corporate and regulatory procedures are being implemented now
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General HQ of Iranian army warns of potentially larger strikes on Tel Aviv
The Iranian military also advised "host countries of US military bases to force the Americans to leave their territory, if they want to avoid damage"
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US troop buildup near Iran not sign of any new decisions — White House
The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28
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Iran refutes Axios report that Tehran, Washington near agreement
According to a member of the Iranian parliament’s Committee on National Security and Foreign Policy, Iran will deliver a harsh response if the US and its allies refuse to make concessions
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Russia to view F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine as threat in nuclear sphere — Lavrov
"During combat operations, our military will not be clearing out whether or not each particular jet of this class is equipped to carry nuclear weapons," the minister added
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Russian Foreign Ministry calls on foreign states to evacuate their diplomats from Kiev
Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that on May 4, 2026, the Defense Ministry issued an official statement "in connection with the threats of the Kiev regime to strike Moscow on a sacred holiday for all Russians - Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War
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Iran ready to provide assistance to commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz — authorities
According to an official address, Iran’s ports are ready to provide "services and technical support, as well as medical assistance"
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UK regulator launches investigation into Mastercard, PayPal, and Visa
Details of the investigation have not been disclosed
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Number of hantavirus cases onboard MV Hondius cruise ship up to eight — WHO
The World Health Organization highlighted that three cases were confirmed as laboratory-detected hantavirus infections
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Readying new swaps, missing soldiers found in captivity: commissioner’s statements
Tatyana Moskalkova noted that negotiations with Ukraine on the next exchange are going on daily
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6.9-magnitude earthquake rocks Morocco
There was no information about casualties or damage
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Upper house speaker slams US-Israeli operation against Iran as geopolitical mistake
Valentina Matviyenko emphasized that this intervention has destabilized the Middle East, triggering an energy crisis, yet it ultimately changes nothing
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Karelin hopes all Russian wrestling teams will get to compete under national flag soon
The "enormous work" of the Russian Wrestling Federation has allowed to clear youth and juniors to participate in international tournaments under the country’s flag and to the tune of the national anthem, the wrestler says
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Europe to face deep economic and political crisis — Russian Security Council
According to Nikolay Patrushev, the illegal spread of drugs, cross-border crimes, and the large-scale migration are among security threats
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Iran announces introduction of new mechanism for vessel passage via Strait of Hormuz — TV
According to the report, vessels intending to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, "after notifying the Iranian authorities, must receive an electronic message from them, containing information about the rules of movement through the strait"
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Zelensky's ‘ceasefire’ bluff shows Kiev doesn't want to end war — Zaporozhye lawmaker
Renat Karchaa sharply criticized Vladimir Zelensky’s move, describing it as "a cheap, transparent ploy"
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Trump says threatened Thailand and Cambodia with new duties
US President said he was sure that the duties is an important tool in the foreign policy for his administration
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German foreign minister presents six-point plan to reform European Union
Johann Wadephul called for replacing the principle of unanimity in foreign policy issues with a qualified majority vote
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Two US nuclear submarines ‘closer to Russia,’ Trump says
"We always want to be ready", US president added
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Ukraine stages provocations along entire front line — adviser to DPR head
Igor Kimakovsky said the provocations take place where the nationalist brigades are stationed
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Kiev uses Zaporozhye NPP, radiation hazard issue to draw attention — diplomat
Rodion Miroshnik pointed out that IAEA experts stationed at the plant are fully aware of these developments, noting that "they have been repeatedly targeted by Ukrainian militants"
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Kiev 'goes wild' ahead of Victory Day to attack Russian civilians — senator
Natalya Nikonorova condemned the Kiev regime’s actions
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Russian embassy slams UK’s new sanctions package as another hostile step
According to the embassy spokesman, it is London that is fanning the flames of the Ukrainian conflict by flooding the Kiev regime with money and weapons
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Russia, Iran emphasize need to stop reckless attacks on Bushehr NPP — Foreign Ministry
The ministry noted that the conversation "emphasized the inadmissibility of creating threats to the lives and health" of the plant’s personnel and "the risks of a radioactive disaster for the entire region"
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Putin: Russia stands for demilitarization of Ukraine
Russian President said he wished the Donbass problem could be settled through talks and the implementation of the Minsk agreements, but "regrettably, this is no longer relevant"
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US businessman, CNN founder Ted Turner dies at age 87 — TV
Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide Mark Thompson said said that Ted Turner was an intensely involved and committed leader
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Kiev uses ceasefire rhetoric as cover for attacks threatening Zaporozhye NPP — legislator
Stepan Kuvachev noted that such actions, especially during the ceasefire regime, must be condemned
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Any attempt to remove missile weapons from Kaliningrad to be fatal for EU — expert
Andrey Kolesnik drew attention to the active formation of military units in NATO countries bordering the Kaliningrad Region, in particular, the tank battalion being created in Lithuania
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Marine oil transportation not expected to recover until midsummer — expert
Paola Rodriguez-Masiu stressed that transit insurance markets need to reprice, vessel operators need verified and sustained access, and commercial confidence cannot be rebuilt overnight
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Another strike hits area near Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran
One of the facility’s security guards was killed, Iran’s AEOI said
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US leader may resume military operation against Iran this week — portal
According to the report, on May 3 the United States privately notified Iran of the launch of Operation Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz, aimed at ensuring the safe passage of ships through the waterway and reducing the risk of escalation
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Warsaw to forgive Fico's visit to Moscow if he unblocks aid to Ukraine — MFA
The Slovak prime minister plans to visit Russia on May 9
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Iran to hit more targets if US attacks Kharg Island — ambassador
Tehran’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe Amir Hossein Hosseini also expressed hope that the conflict would be resolved diplomatically
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Tanker with Iranian oil change course, heading to China — PTI
The change in the destination of Pin Shun appears to be payment-related, Sumit Ritolia, Lead Research Analyst at Kpler, noted
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Pezeshkian asks global community to judge which side, Iran or US, actually favors dialogue
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian invited the world to judge which side engages in terrorism
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