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The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has appealed to the Regional Federal Court to continue judicial proceedings regarding oil exploration in the Amazon estuary in Pará and to annul the environmental license granted to Petrobras.

The Trump administration is reviewing the possibility of allowing oil drilling in protected areas of the Gulf of Mexico, a decision that has sparked criticism from environmental groups.

The article explores how Norway's status as Europe's largest natural gas exporter following the Russian-Ukrainian war is influencing its lobbying for Arctic oil and gas exploration amidst the Iran conflict.

Politician Trygve Slagsvold Vedum expresses concerns that opening controversial areas for oil and gas exploration could lead to significant backlash.

The South African government is examining appeals against environmental permits for offshore oil and gas exploration to facilitate economic growth while ensuring environmental protections.

The article discusses the contentious clauses in the agreement between Greece's government and Chevron regarding oil exploration in the southern seas of Crete, raising concerns over potential sovereignty issues.

A farmer in Ceará, Brazil, may have discovered oil on his property, sparking interest in oil exploration in a state that currently has minimal production.

An agricultural well in Tabuleiro do Norte, Brazil, unexpectedly yielded a substance resembling oil, prompting further investigation due to the unusual depth of the find.

A coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria has outlined new demands for the federal government regarding conditions for resuming oil exploration in Ogoniland, Rivers State.

A team in Trondheim is leading an oil search in an exhausted gas field in the North Sea, facing skepticism but persisting with the drilling operation.

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.

Vista Energy is considering applying for the RIGI incentive regime to enhance exploration and production activities in Vaca Muerta, following recent governmental approvals.

A new conflict has emerged between former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras and the New Democracy party over national issues and a recent agreement with Chevron for oil exploration in Crete.

Sonatrach is planning significant investments in oil and gas exploration from 2026 to 2030 to enhance Algeria's reserves.

Rubicão S.A., a company connected to Banco Master, acquired a 60% stake in an oil exploration field in Itaparica, Bahia.

The Ecuadorian government plans to boost national oil production by 2,411 barrels per day through exploration and production stabilization efforts.

A Turkish drilling ship, Cagri Bey, is en route to Somalia to begin oil exploration as part of a controversial oil agreement.

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, discusses the new agreement with Chevron and Helleniq Energy for oil and gas exploration in Crete and Peloponnese, emphasizing Greece's assertion of its sovereign rights.

Greek Minister of the Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou emphasized the strategic significance of the new agreement with Chevron during the signing of contracts for oil exploration in the Mediterranean.

A Turkish drill ship, 'Chagri Bay', has launched its first foreign mission to explore oil off the coast of Somalia.

The Federal Public Ministry recommended suspending environmental licensing phases for oil exploration by Petrobras in the Foz do Amazonas.

The samba schools of Macapá kicked off the access group parades, showcasing regional cultural themes and addressing local issues such as the economic impact of oil exploration.

The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) in Brazil has recommended that Petrobras and the environmental agency Ibama suspend oil exploration licensing at the Amazon Delta and conduct a thorough environmental impact assessment.

Turkey has announced it will begin oil and gas exploration in Libya, marking a significant geopolitical move in the region.

Libya has awarded exploration licenses for five oil and gas blocks to major foreign energy companies as part of an effort to revitalize its energy sector.

Libya has awarded new oil exploration licenses to several foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to boost oil production amid ongoing political instability.

Eroton Exploration and Production Limited is seeking to overturn interim court orders that placed it under administration, presenting multiple legal challenges in Lagos.

Libya is inviting foreign oil companies to begin oil exploration for the first time since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.

Repsol, in consortium with Hungarian MOL and Turkish TPOC, has won a bidding round for oil and gas exploration blocks in Libya, marking its first bid in nearly two decades while also looking to attract investors to maximize its subsidiary's value.

Libya has issued new oil exploration and production licences to foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to revitalize its oil sector and increase production significantly.

Libya has issued new oil exploration and production licenses to several foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to revitalize its oil industry amid ongoing political instability.

Five international companies have been awarded licenses for oil and gas exploration in Libya, marking the country’s first bidding round in nearly two decades amid ongoing political division.

The US Treasury Department has issued a general license allowing for the provision of goods, technology, software, or American services for the exploration, development, or production of oil and gas in Venezuela.

The US Treasury has issued a general license permitting American companies to explore and produce oil and gas in Venezuela, following recent political changes.

The article discusses various news items, including the removal of a minister, U.S. authorization for oil and gas exploration in Venezuela, legal actions against President Lula over a Carnival theme, and reports on an assassination attempt on the Colombian President.

Brazil's STJ removed a minister following unanimous assault accusations, while the US allowed oil and gas exploration in Venezuela.

The Queensland government has approved a large oil and gas exploration site in the Taroom Trough despite concerns from conservation groups.

Namibia's Ministry of Industry raises objections to the acquisition deal between TotalEnergies and Petrobras, citing lack of prior notification and legal requirements for approval.

The samba school Império da Zona Norte will focus on environmental preservation versus economic development in its theme for Carnival 2026, emphasizing the oil exploration debate in Amapá.

Brazil has reached the end of 2025 confirming a decade of stagnation in the search for new oil exploration frontiers due to declining international prices and environmental licensing challenges.

Turkey announced an agreement with American Chevron for joint oil and natural gas exploration in various regions worldwide, involving collaboration between Chevron and the state-owned Turkish Petroleum Corp (TPAO).

Turkey's state energy company Turkish Petroleum and U.S. oil giant Chevron signed a memorandum of understanding to assess potential collaborations in oil and gas exploration and production.

Turkey's state petroleum company and Chevron have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore and produce oil and natural gas in Istanbul.

An agreement has been signed between Ankara and Chevron to start joint explorations for oil and gas.

Namibia's Justice Minister Wise Immanuel has been accused of making a threatening comment towards MP George Kambala during a parliamentary debate.

Syria signed a memorandum of understanding with American Chevron and Qatari Power International for oil and natural gas exploration in Syrian territorial waters.

Ghana's only public oil refinery resumed operations in December 2025 after a four-year hiatus, supported by over three billion dollars in promised investments in exploration and drilling.

The JANAF management announced the resumption of crude oil transport after a three-month halt, with licenses obtained for operations in Kazakhstan following U.S. sanctions affecting NIS.