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Iran's internet blackout enters 56th day, longest on record, NetBlocks says

AI summaryIran's nationwide internet blackout has entered its 56th day, making it the longest disruption ever recorded, according to NetBlocks. The outage began after US and Israeli military operations launched on February 28, and has continued through diplomatic efforts and a ceasefire announcement. Iranian authorities report 3,375 deaths from the attacks, while talks in Islamabad have failed to reach a long-term agreement.

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Russia to Halt Kazakh Oil Transit to Germany via Druzhba Pipeline, Confirming Threat to Berlin Refinery

AI summaryRussia has informed Rosneft Germany that transit of Kazakh crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline to the PCK refinery in Schwedt will be prohibited from May 1, 2026. The refinery supplies over 90% of Berlin's fuel, but only about 17% of its feedstock comes via this route. German authorities have confirmed the notification, though Russia has not yet officially confirmed it.

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EU urged to accelerate renewable transition to counter fossil fuel 'blackmail' from authoritarian regimes

AI summaryEuropean Parliament member Hannah Neumann has called for a decisive shift to renewable energy to protect the EU from geopolitical coercion, citing dependence on fossil fuels as a vulnerability. Meanwhile, International Chamber of Commerce chief John W.H. Denton warns of a looming global food security crisis driven by fertilizer shortages, with Syria emerging as an unexpected player in trade reconfiguration.

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UK Police Arrest Two More in Alleged Arson Plot Targeting Jewish Sites

AI summaryBritish counter-terrorism police have made two further arrests in connection with an alleged conspiracy to commit arson against a Jewish community site, bringing the total number of arrests in the investigation to nine in three days. The arrests come amid a series of arson attacks on Jewish and other sites in London since late March, with authorities saying they are pursuing all leads, including the possible involvement of criminal proxies.

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Pakistan issues first LNG spot tender since December 2023 amid supply disruptions

AI summaryPakistan LNG Limited has issued its first spot tender for three LNG cargoes since December 2023, as the country grapples with supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict. The tender, which closes on April 24, seeks bids for deliveries between April 27 and May 8. Officials say the move aims to meet rising power demand and reduce reliance on costlier fuels.

1 distinct · 1 masthead · 5 articles Apr 23, 2026