WS #10932
Ukraine confirms long-range drone strikes on two Russian refineries as part of a 40-day operation; Putin bans gasoline/kerosene exports, acknowledging a 'difficult period'. Reports of U.S. strikes on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz persist; Iran claims sole authority over the Strait; Polymarket trades on Strait traffic normalization. Powerful earthquake in Venezuela leaves hundreds dead (1,430 reported); international rescue efforts underway.
Russia-Ukraine Energy War Escalation
Ukraine confirms long-range drone strikes on two Russian refineries as part of a 40-day operation; Putin bans gasoline/kerosene exports, acknowledging a 'difficult period'.
Reports of U.S. strikes on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz persist; Iran claims sole authority over the Strait; Polymarket trades on Strait traffic normalization.
Powerful earthquake in Venezuela leaves hundreds dead (1,430 reported); international rescue efforts underway.