Record 'oil on water' from Iran just before Trump's final decision
Iran's oil exports are surging ahead of the third round of nuclear talks with the U.S., reaching historic levels of oil 'on water' as the country aims to expedite shipments before potential new sanctions.
Lukoil to Bulgarians: You must buy Russian oil
Lukoil's trading company Litasco announced that Bulgaria's measures against it violate the Energy Charter Treaty, following Bulgaria's suspension of Russian oil imports and handling of Lukoil's assets.
USA opens for Venezuelan oil to Cuba
The USA announces it will allow the sale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba for commercial and humanitarian purposes under specific conditions.
Hundreds of Russian shadow tankers trigger military alarm transiting NATO waters: report
Russian-operated shadow tankers moving through NATO waters are raising concerns of military confrontation due to sanctions and escalating tensions.
EU not doing enough to stop Russian shadow fleet, European Parliament president says
Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament, criticized the EU for not adequately combating Russia's shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.
Druลพba traps: Will Europe allow Orbรกn to blackmail himself with the Russian oil pipeline?
The article discusses Hungary's blockade of an EU sanctions package against Russia, linking it to the resumption of Russian oil supplies via the 'Druลพba' pipeline, raising concerns about political manipulation within the EU.
Russia heading towards oil war with its important ally
Russia and Iran are entering into a tightening price competition in China's oil market, driven by reduced Indian imports and an influx of redirected oil shipments.
USA to Allow Sale of Venezuelan Oil to Cuba, Not to Government or Military
The USA has agreed to permit the sale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba under specific conditions.
Russia weighing fuel aid for crisis-hit Cuba
Russia is considering fuel aid for Cuba amidst its ongoing energy crisis caused by reduced oil deliveries due to US restrictions.
"There is talk of an enormous volume of oil": the zombie black gold of the Russian phantom fleet disrupts the market
The report discusses how international sanctions have left a significant volume of Russian oil trapped in tankers without buyers, creating a disruption in the oil market.
UK announces new measures to curb evasion of anti-Russian oil sanctions
The UK government has announced new legislative measures to prevent the evasion of sanctions on Russian oil, as concerns grow over the continued passage of sanctioned vessels.
USA eases oil sanctions targeted at Cuba
The United States has announced a slight easing of oil sanctions on Cuba in response to a severe energy crisis affecting the country.
Iran: Washington takes a new series of economic sanctions
The U.S. government has imposed new economic sanctions aimed at Iranian individuals, companies, and oil tankers to reduce Tehran's revenue ahead of upcoming nuclear talks in Geneva.
New American sanctions against Iran - Targeting 4 individuals, several entities, and oil tankers
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed new sanctions on four individuals, various entities, and oil tankers associated with Iran.
Sky News: Part of Putin's most powerful weapons hidden in plain sight โ in the English Channel
Security experts warn about the risks of militarized confrontation in the English Channel due to sanctioned oil tankers potentially funding the war against Ukraine.
Venezuela, after Maduro's Arrest, Revives Oil Exports... Trump "Supplied over 80 Million Barrels"
Following the easing of U.S. sanctions, Venezuela has significantly increased its oil exports while asset freezes against Nicolรกs Maduro's regime remain in place.
USA has boarded a third tanker in the Indian Ocean
The U.S. has boarded a third tanker in the Indian Ocean, claiming it violated American oil sanctions.
Britain announces the largest package of sanctions on Russia since the start of the Ukraine war
The UK government has imposed its largest sanctions package on Russia in four years, targeting oil sectors and military supply networks on the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Russian โdark fleetโ tanker believed to be delivering oil to Cuba, detected off US coast amid Trump ban
A Russian tanker suspected of delivering oil to Cuba has been detected off the U.S. coast, utilizing deceptive tactics amid U.S. sanctions on Cuban oil imports.
USA has boarded a third tanker in the Indian Ocean
The U.S. military has boarded a third tanker in the Indian Ocean, claiming it violated U.S. oil sanctions after tracking it from the Caribbean.
The United States seizes a new oil tanker that fled the 'blockade' in the Caribbean
The U.S. has intercepted an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean that was trying to evade a blockade against sanctioned ships heading to Venezuela, marking the third such seizure since Trump's orders in December.
Will the US continue its oil siege against Cuba after the 'setback' on tariffs?
The US will no longer impose tariffs on those supplying oil to Cuba, following a Supreme Court decision, but other types of sanctions may still be applied to maintain pressure on the island.
Britain: London announces 'the largest package' of sanctions against Russia
The UK government has announced a significant package of sanctions against Russia, specifically targeting the energy and military sectors, on the fourth anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine.
Hungary and Slovakia Wake Up with a Hand in the Pot and Block Sanctions. Pretext: Turned-off Russian Tap
Hungary and Slovakia have blocked the 20th sanction package against Russia, citing interruptions in oil supplies from Russia through Ukraine as a reason for their opposition to an EU loan for Ukraine.
EU plans permanent ban on Russian oil after Hungarian election
The European Commission intends to propose a permanent ban on Russian oil imports shortly after Hungary's parliamentary elections to avoid influencing the electoral campaign.
UK exempts Druzhba pipeline as it unveils its biggest Russia sanctions package, document shows
The UK has exempted the Druzhba oil pipeline from its new sanctions against Russia, despite targeting the country's oil exports in its latest package against Moscow.
US says it seized another ship with Venezuelan oil in the Indian Ocean
The US military has seized a sanctioned oil tanker, Bertha, in the Indian Ocean, marking the third interception this month amid ongoing sanctions against Venezuela.
US forces interdict another fugitive tanker ship in Indian Ocean
US forces have intercepted a tanker ship in the Indian Ocean that was believed to be evading sanctions against Venezuelan oil exports.
US detains the oil tanker 'Bertha', linked to Cuba and Venezuela, for breaching the blockade: 'Defied the quarantine'
The US has intercepted the oil tanker 'Bertha' in the Indian Ocean for allegedly violating sanctions related to Venezuela and Cuba.
The Ukrainian bureaucrat working to nullify the Russian war machine
Ukrainian bureaucrat Vladyslav Vlasiuk is leading efforts to block the Russian war machine by advocating for stronger sanctions against Russian oil companies and addressing the flow of Western-made electronic components into Russian weapons.
Commission: Towards a permanent ban on the import of Russian oil โ How it will avoid a blockage from Hungary โ Slovakia
The European Commission plans to propose a permanent ban on Russian oil imports on April 15, three days after the Hungarian elections, aiming to avoid influencing the electoral process.
U.S. forces have seized a third sanctioned oil tanker
U.S. military forces seized the sanctioned oil tanker Bertha in the Indian Ocean, following claims of defying Iranian-related sanctions.
EU to submit proposal for a permanent ban on Russian oil in April, document shows
The European Commission plans to submit a proposal for a permanent ban on imports of Russian oil on April 15, as revealed by a document seen by Reuters.
Russia Exports More Oil Than Before the War
Russia's oil exports have increased compared to pre-war levels, but its revenues have decreased due to Western sanctions.
Some of Putin's most potent weapons are hiding in plain sight - in the English Channel
Sky News reports on the presence of Russian oil tankers in the English Channel that defy Western sanctions, suggesting a potential militarised confrontation at sea.
Moment US military launch night raid on oil tanker in Indian Ocean
The US military conducted a night raid on the oil tanker 'Bertha' in the Indian Ocean as part of ongoing operations against sanctioned vessels.
United Kingdom Targets Transneft in โBiggest Sanctions Packageโ Since 2022 Invasion
The UK has launched its largest sanctions package against Russia since the 2022 invasion, focusing on oil operator Transneft and various companies involved in trading Russian crude.
UK imposes largest sanctions package against Russia in four years
The UK has announced its largest sanctions package against Russia in four years, focusing on oil revenues and military equipment suppliers.
British sanctions on Russian Transneft - Targeting the 2Rivers network
The UK has imposed sanctions on the Russian oil pipeline giant Transneft and around 300 other Russian targets on the anniversary of the Moscow invasion of Ukraine.
Think Tank: Russia's Oil Revenues Have Fallen
A recent analysis from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that Russia's oil and gas export revenues have dropped significantly over the past year, with an estimated decline of 27%.
Hungary vetoes โฌ90 billion loan for Ukraine
Hungary has vetoed a โฌ90 billion loan for Ukraine and new sanctions on Russia, citing alleged disruptions of oil supplies by Kiev.
"This is a failure." The European Union expresses regret over Hungary's veto of new sanctions against Russia
The European Union expresses disappointment over Hungary's veto of proposed sanctions against Russia, driven by Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn's demands regarding the 'Druลพba' oil pipeline.
EU: New sanctions against Russia did not pass after Hungarian veto - Threat for the โฌ90 billion loan to Kyiv
Hungary's veto blocked new EU sanctions against Russia and the approval of a significant loan to Ukraine amid tensions over oil supply disruptions.
Hungary blocks sanctions package against Russia
Hungary is blocking a European Union sanctions package against Russia until Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia.
Chevron Approaches Management of a Giant Oil Field in Iraq
Chevron is in exclusive talks with the Iraqi government regarding the giant "West Qurna 2" oil field, potentially paving the way for its acquisition as Lukoil exits due to U.S. sanctions.
Kazakhstan Tells U.S. It Has Priority in Local Lukoil Buyout Bid
Kazakhstan asserts its priority rights to acquire Lukoil's assets in Kazakhstan amid U.S. sanctions against the Russian oil producer.
Under the Shadow of Russia's Oil Dependency: Hungary and Slovakia Delay EU Support for Ukraine
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced a veto against sanctions until the operation of the Druzhba oil pipeline is restored, complicating EU support for Ukraine amid increasing Russian aggression.
Russia set three oil export records via Baltic Sea ports in January 2026
In January 2026, Russia set a record of 12.7 million tons of crude oil exported via Baltic Sea ports, surpassing the previous record of 11.8 million tons from October 2025, despite sanctions affecting energy export revenues.
EU ire as Hungary stalls new Russia sanctions over Ukraine
Hungary's vow to block new EU sanctions against Russia unless a key oil pipeline is reopened has thwarted the bloc's attempts to impose economic penalties ahead of a significant anniversary of the conflict in Ukraine.
Two Russian security personnel onboard France-seized tanker โ Report
Two Russian security personnel were found aboard a tanker seized by France, which is linked to Russia's oil transport operations amid sanctions.