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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Friendship transported Ukrainian and Russian oil before the January attack

The article discusses the transport of both Ukrainian and Russian oil by the Russian pipeline company Druzhba prior to a notable attack in January.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

The Phone Call Did Not Resolve Spats: Fico Requests Inspection of Druzhba, Zelensky Invites Him to Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about ongoing disputes concerning the Druzhba oil pipeline, but the call ended without clear resolutions, and Zelensky invited Fico to visit Ukraine.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

United Kingdom sanctions Brazilian company for link to 'ghost fleet' of Russian oil

The United Kingdom has sanctioned a Brazilian company accused of connections with a 'ghost fleet' trading Russian oil, which allegedly funds the war against Ukraine.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Transformer Blast in Sector-18, Noida

A transformer exploded in Sector-18, Noida, severely injuring two people due to falling hot oil from the blast.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

The US requests the seizure of tankers and 1.8 million barrels of crude oil from Venezuela

The US is seeking the seizure of the Motor Tanker Skipper and approximately 1.8 million barrels of crude oil linked to Venezuela's state company PDVSA due to alleged illegal activities.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Without friendship in the matter of 'Friendship'. Robert Fico: We have the right to this oil

Hungary and Slovakia face supply disruptions due to their continued reliance on Russian oil, leading to alternative sourcing and strategic reserves opening up.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: EACOP Hands Over Nyamasoga-Katooke Road

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has officially handed over the newly constructed Nyamasoga-Katooke Road to improve local infrastructure in Uganda.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

EU nations order joint probe into Russian oil pipeline halt

Hungary and Slovakia are initiating a joint investigation into the disruption of oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline, blaming Ukraine for the halt amid accusations of political motivations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Oil Prices Rise: The Market is Nervous for the Weekend

Oil prices have risen significantly ahead of the weekend, reaching their highest level since last June amid market nervousness about geopolitical tensions involving Iran.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum limits oil production in favor of energy transition: How many barrels per day will be produced?

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that her government will limit oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day to promote a transition towards renewable energy sources.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Slovakia, Hungary want to inspect Druzhba pipeline as Zelensky invites Fico to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Zelensky has invited Slovak Prime Minister Fico to visit Ukraine amid tensions regarding the Druzhba oil pipeline that flows through Ukraine to Hungary and Slovakia.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Eesti Energia's loss last year was 83 million euros due to large write-downs of oil shale assets

Eesti Energia reported a net loss of 83 million euros last year, primarily due to significant write-downs on its oil shale assets for the third consecutive year.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Disaster in Finns' Favorite Destination

An oil spill off the coast of Phuket, Thailand, caused by the sinking of a Panamanian-flagged ship, threatens marine life and local tourism.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Reuters: The Druzhba pipeline transported not only Russian but also Ukrainian oil before the attack

The Druzhba pipeline exported Ukrainian oil alongside significantly larger quantities of Russian crude oil prior to suffering damage from a Russian attack that interrupted supplies.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Dispute over the Druzhba Pipeline / Fico and Orbรกn want an investigation group, Zelensky invited the Slovak Prime Minister to Ukraine

Slovakia and Hungary are proposing the establishment of an inspection group to investigate damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline in Ukraine, following discussions between Prime Minister Robert Fico and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Delcy meets with Shell and evaluates gas projects in Venezuela

Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodrรญguez met with Shell executives to discuss gas projects, seeking foreign investment to revitalize the country's oil industry amidst U.S. oversight.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Commission backs Hungarian PM's initiative for monitoring mission on Druzhba pipeline

The European Commission supports Hungary's initiative to send a monitoring mission to assess the Druzhba oil pipeline's condition.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Zelensky in talks with Fico

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has spoken by phone with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to discuss a range of issues, following accusations from Slovakia regarding Ukraine delaying oil pipeline repairs.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

After Slovakia's accusations against Ukraine - Zelensky's call to Fico

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico amid rising tensions over accusations of Ukraine's role in Russian oil supply to Slovakia.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Oil: 2% jump after new deadlock in US-Iran talks - Will OPEC intervene?

Oil prices rose by over 2% following a deadlock in indirect talks between the US and Iran regarding Iran's nuclear program.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Drivers told 'ยฃ2 per litre' for petrol 'not unthinkable' and soon in 2026

UK petrol prices are on the rise again, with predictions that they could hit ยฃ2 per litre by 2026 due to global instability and rising oil costs.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian forces strike Luhanska oil depot and targets in occupied Donetsk and Kherson oblasts โ€“ General Staff

Ukrainian forces targeted an oil depot in Luhansk and other military sites in the Donetsk and Kherson regions, aiming to disrupt Russian military operations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Orbรกn and Fico ask Zelenskyy to allow investigative commission to inspect Druzhba pipeline

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn and Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico request an investigative commission to inspect the Druzhba oil pipeline, challenging claims by Ukraine about technical obstacles to its resumption.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Olive oil producer warns: this common habit spoils the expensive oil

A producer warns that improper storage of olive oil can quickly diminish its quality.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Why Beijingโ€™s US$4.5 billion Niger-Benin oil pipeline is being attacked by rebels

The Niger-Benin oil pipeline, backed by China, is under attack from rebels, prompting warnings for Chinese nationals in the region.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The head of the Oil Fund earned 7.6 million last year

Nicolai Tangen, the head of Norway's Oil Fund, earned a salary of 7.6 million kroner last year, reflecting a 2.7% increase from the previous year.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Significant Increase in Iranian Oil Shipments: Who is Buying it Despite US Sanctions?

Iran's oil shipments have surged to the highest levels in years, which raises concerns in global oil markets amid rising shipping costs and geopolitical tensions between Tehran and Washington.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Orbรกn has agreed with Fico to establish a commission to evaluate the state of Druzhba

Orbรกn and Fico have agreed to form a commission to assess the condition of the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Near Record Returns for the Oil Fund Last Year

The Norwegian Oil Fund, known as the Government Pension Fund Global, achieved near-record returns in 2025, with a profit of 2362 billion NOK and an overall return of 15.1%.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

High Returns for the Oil Fund in 2025

Norway's Oil Fund achieved a remarkable return of 15.1 percent in 2025, driven by strong global stock market growth.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Oil Fund Manager Nicolai Tangen Earned 7.6 Million NOK Last Year

Nicolai Tangen, the manager of Norway's Oil Fund, earned 7.6 million NOK in 2025, a slight increase from the previous year, but still less than his peers heading equity investments.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
Life & Tech

Should motor oil that has turned black be changed immediately?

Motor oil turning black is a common concern among drivers, but experts clarify that it doesn't always indicate that the oil needs immediate change.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil depot in occupied Luhansk overnight โ€“ video

Ukrainian drones targeted and struck a Russian oil depot in occupied Luhansk, disrupting logistical support for Russian military operations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Tourism and reefs in danger: an oil spill spreads off the coast of Phuket

An oil spill from a sunken cargo ship has reached several beaches in Phuket, threatening local tourism and marine life.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oil leaks from a sunken cargo ship to Phuket's beaches

A cargo ship sailing under the Panamanian flag, the Sealloyd Arc, has sunk off the coast of Phuket, leaking 1,700 liters of oil that are now contaminating popular tourist beaches.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Vladimir Arhipov: we need to focus again on oil shale energy

Vladimir Arhipov advocates for a renewed focus on oil shale energy to address the crisis in Estonia's energy sector.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Politico: EU begins to understand what could sway Orbรกn on โ‚ฌ90bn Ukraine package

EU officials believe Viktor Orbรกn may be open to unblocking a โ‚ฌ90 billion loan to Ukraine if specific conditions regarding the Druzhba oil pipeline are met.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Eesti Energia incurred a large loss last year

Eesti Energia reported a net loss of 83 million euros last year due to a significant write-down of its new oil shale plant.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Oil Spilled from Cargo Ship Reaches Tourist-Favored Islands

An oil spill from a sunken cargo ship off the coast of Phuket poses significant environmental threats and risks to tourism.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Oil Spills onto Beaches in Popular Finnish Tourists' Destination

Oil has spilled onto the beaches of Thailand's popular tourist destination, Phuket, following the sinking of a freighter.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Eesti Energia's Loss Was 83 Million Last Year Due to Major Write-downs

Eesti Energia reported an 83 million euro loss for the past year attributed to significant write-downs on oil shale assets.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Crime & Justice

50 liters of amphetamine oil. Three men detained for large-scale drug manufacturing and distribution

Three men have been arrested in Latvia for their involvement in the illegal manufacture and distribution of various drugs, including cocaine and amphetamines.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Indonesia: the son of the 'godfather of fuel' sentenced to 15 years in prison

The son of a wanted Indonesian oil magnate has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a significant corruption scandal involving $17 billion.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The average prices of light fuel oil and diesel rose

Average prices for light fuel oil and diesel have increased in February according to Statistics Finland.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

How 'ghost ships' work that generate billions in revenue to finance the Iranian Revolutionary Guard

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard finances its extensive operations through a clandestine oil trafficking network involving 'ghost ships' that evade international sanctions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Economic Newsfilter: Fico Pretends He Just Now Believed Penta

The article discusses various current events in Slovakia, including sports leadership elections, financial gains from reduced fraud, and significant diplomatic communications regarding oil supplies.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Eni Records Huge Profits and Accelerates Drilling

Eni reported higher-than-expected production and maintained profitability despite a slight drop in overall earnings, driven by significant performance in the fourth quarter and recent exploratory successes.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

A SEISMIC SHIFT: President Orders Direct Remittance of Oil, Gas Revenues to Federation Account

Nigeria's president has mandated direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, addressing inefficient spending by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Dependency Continues Even Without Gas and Oil. Dukovany Still Runs on Russian Fuel

The Dukovany nuclear power plant in Czechia continues to operate using Russian fuel despite ongoing energy debates.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Oil Traffic Jam at Sea: 375 Million Barrels Stored on Ships, Almost as Much as Spain's Annual Consumption

The oil market is experiencing significant disruptions due to geopolitical tensions and sanctions, leading to a major backlog of crude oil storage on ships.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:25 UTC

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