Russia

Corporate

OPEC+’s Paper Barrels: A Symbol of Futility Amid Hormuz Crisis

OPEC+ approved a 206,000 bpd output increase, but analysts say it's a symbolic gesture amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of global oil supply.

WH News Mar 2, 2026

Europe

Ukraine war latest: Belgium shows forces boarding Russian shadow fleet oil tanker

Belgium and France seized a Russian oil tanker, the Ethera, in the North Sea, targeting Russia's shadow fleet.

WH News Mar 2, 2026

Europe

Belgian-French Forces Seize Putin’s Shadow Fleet Tanker in North Sea Raid

Belgian and French forces seized a Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tanker in the North Sea, marking a significant blow to Moscow's efforts to circumvent international sanctions.

WH News Mar 2, 2026

Middle East

Daniil Bezsonov: #Newsday. – Tourists from Russia cannot receive an official letter from Aeroflot “about flight cancellation” in order to receive compensation from the UAE; – The acting Supreme Leader of Iran will be..

Iran's acting Supreme Leader named amid regional tensions, US-Israeli strike kills 160 in Tehran, and shipping disruptions in the Gulf.

WH News Mar 2, 2026

Europe

Putin Condemns Assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, Offers Condolences

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed condolences to Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian following the assassination of Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei and members of his family.

WH News Mar 1, 2026

AI

U.S. Deploys Patriot Missiles Amid Rising Tensions With Iran

The U.S. has deployed Patriot air defense systems in the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate.

WH News Feb 28, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Pakistan is in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan after latest strikes, defense minister says

Pakistan's defense minister declared an 'open war' with Afghanistan after cross-border strikes, marking a new phase of conflict.

WH News Feb 28, 2026

AI

Yandex Founder Volozh Renounces Russian Citizenship After War-Torn Exit

Arkady Volozh, founder of Yandex, has renounced Russian citizenship after selling his stake in the company.

WH News Feb 28, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Pakistan Launches Airstrikes on Afghanistan, Targets Kabul and Kandahar

Pakistan launches airstrikes on Afghanistan, targeting Kabul and Kandahar, marking an escalation into open war with the Taliban.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

Corporate

UK Household Energy Debt Surpasses £5.5bn, Sparking Calls for Immediate Action

UK household energy debt has reached £5.5bn, with customers paying extra to cover it.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

Diplomacy & Trade

Ukraine to meet Trump envoys ahead of high-stakes Geneva talks with Russia as war enters fifth year

Ukraine meets Trump envoys ahead of Geneva talks as war enters fifth year.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

US Politics

Sofía Ros Captivates Newport Audience with Bayan Performance

Accordionist Sofía Ros delivered a virtuosic performance at the Newport Music Club concert, showcasing the bayan's capabilities.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

Europe

Ro-Alert Warns Tulcea County Residents of Falling Objects Amid Ukraine War

Residents of Tulcea County received a Ro-Alert warning of falling objects from the airspace, the second such alert in 24 hours amid the Russia-Ukraine war.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Dorogobuzh: A Strategic Target in Russia’s War Narrative

The drone strike on the Dorogobuzh plant has reshaped the war’s narrative, highlighting the growing complexity of modern warfare.

WH News Feb 27, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Poroshenko donates 100 anti-drone nets, ATVs, and equipment to Ukrainian military units

Poroshenko donates 100 anti-drone nets, ATVs, and equipment to Ukrainian military units.

WH News Feb 26, 2026