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UPDATE: Drone strike hits Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai coast
Authorities in Dubai announced that emergency teams successfully extinguished a fire aboard a Kuwaiti oil tanker.
Heavy strikes on Isfahan trigger huge column of fire
The city, which has a population of around 2.3mn and plays host to the Badr military airbase, was rocked by a series of powerful explosions that illuminated the night sky and set off widespread fires.
Polish defence major Niewiadów PGM secures approval for WSE main market debut
CEO Adam Januszko says Niewiadów PGM aims to become a key partner in the expansion of Polish and Nato defence capacities.
US-Israel plan for Kurdish incursion into Iran collapses
A joint plan by the US and Israel to support a Kurdish ground incursion into Iran has collapsed following leaks and regional opposition, according to The Times of India, which reported that the proposal had been under development for several years.
Fires reported at pumping stations along UAE’s ADCOP pipeline
Satellite imagery appears to show fires at two pumping stations along the UAE’s Habshan–Fujairah oil pipeline, a key export route designed to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
Editors of leading Czech outlets call on PM Babiš to respect press freedom
The joint statement issued in response to barrage of attacks by PM Andrej Babiš against independent media outlets.
US embassy reopens in Caracas after six-year freeze
The United States has formally resumed operations at its embassy in Caracas, reopening a diplomatic mission shuttered since 2019 in a move that signals a marked shift in Washington's engagement with Venezuela.
Argentina wins reprieve in $16bn YPF case but legal battle set to run until 2027
A US appeals court has overturned a $16.1bn judgment against Argentina over the 2012 nationalisation of energy firm YPF, offering a significant legal respite for the South American country and prompting a strong political response from Milei.
IRGC chief tells Netanyahu to accept "new regional order"
Quds Force commander Qaani has posted a taunt to Netanyahu saying the resistance "war room is one" and telling Israel to accept a new regional order, as questions over Qaani's own fate remain unresolved.
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Syria’s al-Sharaa pursues German investment to rebuild economy
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in Berlin for his first official visit to Germany at the invitation of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations.
Serbia’s ruling party claims clean sweep in tense local elections
Elections were treated by the Serbian authorities authorities as a key political test ahead of national elections expected by 2027.
Serbia secures three-month extension of Russian gas deal
Serbia has secured a three-month extension of its gas supply agreement with Russia on favourable terms, President Aleksandar Vucic said on March 30 after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Trump allows Russian oil tanker to dock in Cuba but warns island is "next" after Iran
The United States has allowed a Russian government-owned oil tanker to break its own blockade of Cuba, delivering the fuel-starved island its first significant energy shipment in three months.
Israel's national budget passes, triggering protests as finance ministry leader resigns
Finance Ministry Director General Ilan Rom announced his resignation on March 30, hours after Israel's parliament approved the 2025-2026 state budget following an overnight session, with protests erupting outside the Israeli parliament.
Iran could earn $60bn a year from Strait of Hormuz tariffs, economist says
An Iranian economist says controlling the Strait of Hormuz could generate $60bn a year in transit tariffs for Tehran.
Israel now occupies more of Lebanon than Russia does of Ukraine
Israel has occupied more of Lebanon’s territory after three weeks of fighting than Russia controls of Ukraine after four years of war.
DR Congo–China agreement deepens minerals ties amid US supply chain push
The DRC, which produces 70% of global cobalt supply and holds vast copper reserves, has signed a mining cooperation agreement with China, as competition for critical minerals with the US intensifies.
Moldova restores cross-border power link, faces fuel supply uncertainty
Moldova can import electricity from European markets after Ukraine completed repairs to a key cross-border power line, but now the authorities warn that fuel reserves are critically low.
India clears five more S-400 systems from Russia
The breadth of the approvals signals the bolstering of equipment stocks which were purportedly highly effective in the May 2025 military confrontation with Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor.
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Taiwan opposition leader to visit China at Xi’s invitation
In a statement issued on March 30 through media channels in Taiwan, the KMT said Cheng had accepted the invitation and would lead a delegation to China.