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‘La Russia potrebbe cessare il fuoco in qualsiasi momento, e questo fermerebbe la guerra’, ha dichiarato Volodymyr Zelenskyy in una dura critica a Putin Il presidente dell'Ucraina, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, ha criticato l'“estremismo cinico” della Russia nel lanciare nuovi attacchi all'Ucraina, mentre allo stesso tempo richiedeva un breve cessate il fuoco per consentire lo svolgimento della Parata della Vittoria del 9 maggio a Mosca. In un post su X in cui condannava l'ultima serie di attacchi, ha affermato: “È tempo che i leader russi compiano passi concreti per porre fine alla loro guerra, specialmente dato che il ministero della difesa russo ritiene di non poter tenere una parata a Mosca senza la buona volontà dell'Ucraina.” Continua a leggere...

• I prezzi del petrolio sono balzati sopra i 100 dollari al barile, superando i 115 dollari mentre l'Iran controlla lo Stretto di Hormuz; il greggio Brent è salito del 6% mentre gli Stati Uniti cercano di liberare le rotte marittime. • L'S&P 500 è sceso con tutti gli 11 settori in calo, eccetto quello dell'energia (+0,9%); il Dow Jones è sceso di circa l'1%, mentre l'area Asia ex-Japan è cresciuta del 2,8%, guidata dal KOSPI con un guadagno del 5% verso nuovi massimi. • I rendimenti dei Treasury USA sono saliti lungo tutta la curva di 7-10 punti base, con il Treasury a 30 anni che ha superato il 5,0% mentre aumentano le pressioni inflazionistiche e l'indice USD è salito sopra 98.

• Il Segretario al Tesoro Scott Bessent ha descritto le misure economiche del Presidente Trump come soffocanti per il regime iraniano durante un'apparizione su Fox News il 3 maggio. • L'economia dell'Iran affronta perdite giornaliere di 435 milioni di dollari e un'inflazione alimentare del 112% a causa del blocco statunitense, secondo un'analisi di FOX Business. • L'aumento dei prezzi della benzina negli Stati Uniti derivante dal conflitto con l'Iran sta creando sfide economiche più ampie, nonostante la pressione su Teheran.

The regional bloc agreed to safeguard regional energy security through strengthened cooperation, timely policy responses and engagement with dialogue partners.

• Cuba announced the release of 2,010 prisoners on April 4 following intense US pressure linked to the island's worsening energy crisis. • Gesture aims to ease bilateral tensions as Trump administration leverages geopolitical leverage. • Amid blackouts and shortages, release signals Havana's bid for concessions or sanctions relief.

• Energy stocks like Exxon Mobil, Occidental Petroleum, and Valero Energy topped S&P 500 performers for the month and quarter due to oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel. • Exxon Mobil recorded its largest quarterly gain, benefiting from sustained high crude demand. • Sector strength highlights vulnerability of broader market to geopolitical risks and inflation.

• President Trump announced he is delaying threatened strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, citing productive talks on ending the war and extending the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. • Iranian leaders continue to deny any direct talks are taking place with U.S. officials, maintaining their public position on the dispute. • The delay signals potential diplomatic progress while tensions remain high over regional shipping routes critical to global oil supplies.

• President Trump announced a 10-day pause in strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure through April 6, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern time, citing ongoing negotiations mediated by Pakistan under a 15-point framework. • Trump disclosed that Iran sent ten oil tankers as a goodwill gesture, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterized Iran's clerical leadership as "religious fanatics" posing a global nuclear threat. • Israel confirmed the killing of Iran's navy head responsible for Strait of Hormuz disruptions, while Iran launched emergency recruitment and lowered its draft age to 12, according to CBN News reporting.

• United Airlines Holdings (UAL) announced plans to reduce scheduled capacity by approximately 5% in the second and third quarters of 2026, citing economic pressures. • The airline's stock fell 1.95% in pre-market trading on Monday following the capacity reduction announcement. • The move reflects broader market concerns about supply chain disruptions and financial contagion stemming from escalating geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs impacting corporate profitability.

PM indicates he would prefer to focus taxpayer-funded help on poorest households, rather than universal bailoutMinisters are looking at providing support for household bills next winter, Keir Starmer said, as he suggested the energy price shock unleashed by the Iran conflict could continue for months to come.The prime minister indicated he would prefer to focus any taxpayer-funded help on the poorest households, rather than an expensive universal bailout, ahead of an emergency meeting on the economic fallout of the Middle East crisis. Continue reading...

Consultancy’s forecast of £1,972 annual dual fuel bill follows conflict pushing UK’s gas market past three-year highsBusiness live – latest updatesHousehold energy bills in Great Britain could soar by more than £330 a year to almost £2,000 from this summer after the war in Iran pushed the UK’s gas market past three-year highs.A typical combined household gas and electricity bill is now forecast to reach £1,972 a year from July under the UK government’s quarterly price cap, according to analysis by Cornwall Insight, an energy consultancy. Continue reading...

• Cuba's national electricity grid failed Monday, leaving millions without power in the third major blackout in four months due to U.S.-imposed energy blockade under President Trump. • Trump stated to reporters, 'I do believe I’ll be the honor of — having the honor of taking Cuba... think I could do anything I want with it,' amid reports of U.S. pressure for President Miguel Díaz-Canel to resign. • The crisis exacerbates humanitarian conditions on the island, tying into broader U.S. foreign policy shifts.

• US Energy Secretary Chris Wright told NBC News that gasoline prices could decline by summer despite current elevations caused by Iran war-related supply disruptions and Strait of Hormuz tensions. • The projection offers some relief to consumers facing inflationary pressures from energy markets, contingent on conflict de-escalation or resolution within the coming months.

Cuba's president confirmed his government held recent discussions with US officials as the nation faces a severe energy crisis attributed to the ongoing American blockade. The talks address humanitarian power shortages affecting millions, with blackouts persisting for weeks. US diplomats renewed alerts for Iraq but no direct link to Cuba noted. Observers see potential for eased restrictions if negotiations advance.

Cuba's president confirmed his government held recent talks with US officials as the nation grapples with a major energy crisis exacerbated by the ongoing American blockade. The discussions aim to address crippling power shortages affecting millions. This diplomatic outreach occurs against backdrop of US Middle East deployments drawing resources. Outcomes of the talks remain undisclosed, with energy imports strained.

Cuba's president confirmed on March 14, 2026, that his government held recent discussions with U.S. officials as the nation grapples with a severe energy crisis exacerbated by the American blockade. The talks focused on humanitarian aid and potential easing of restrictions, amid blackouts affecting millions. Cuban officials described the dialogue as 'constructive,' while U.S. sources noted exploring limited cooperation. Analysts suggest this could signal a diplomatic thaw with implications for regional stability.

The United States announced a 30-day easing of sanctions on Russian oil on March 13, 2026, following a joint international release of record oil reserves that failed to lower barrel prices amid the Iran war. Global volatility from the conflict, now in its third week, exacerbates inflation pressures worldwide. This temporary measure aims to alleviate rapidly rising US fuel costs, though experts warn it may not suffice as Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts 20% of global oil trade.