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China’s coal-fired power generation is projected to rebound in 2026, reversing its first decline in a decade. The world’s largest power consumer is facing a stubborn … Read more
Yemeni Houthi forces attacked two Saudi Arabian ships in the Red Sea, prompting the United States military to launch a fresh wave of airstrikes against Iranian … Read more
Yemeni Houthi rebels targeted two oil tankers in the Red Sea on Monday, July 23, 2026, prompting a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia. The attacks unfolded … Read more
Two Ghanaian nationals petitioned the International Criminal Court on July 15 to investigate alleged crimes against humanity following months of anti-migrant violence in South Africa that … Read more
Global oil prices surged past the $100-per-barrel mark on Thursday, July 23, 2026, reaching their highest level since May. The sharp rally was driven by escalating … Read more
The United States and Saudi Arabia signed a peaceful nuclear cooperation agreement and a bilateral safeguards agreement on Wednesday. The 30-year deal, announced by the Energy … Read more
The United States government has pursued a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia that sets aside longstanding non-proliferation safeguards, according to recent official correspondence and reports. … Read more
The Trump administration signed a peaceful nuclear cooperation pact with Saudi Arabia, granting a pathway to uranium enrichment while mandating American reactor suppliers. A U.S.-Saudi Agreement … Read more
UK motorists face rising petrol and diesel prices ahead of the summer holidays as wholesale costs climb, reversing weeks of relief. Average unleaded costs reach 151.0p … Read more
The United States and Saudi Arabia reached a 30-year civil nuclear cooperation agreement on July 22, 2026, allowing the kingdom to enrich uranium using American technology … Read more
President Donald Trump approved the civilian nuclear agreement, which opens the door for Saudi Arabia to begin enriching its own nuclear fuel after two years and … Read more
Ukrainian drone strikes targeting distribution hubs operated by Wildberries, Russia’s largest e-commerce platform and the country’s answer to Amazon, have jolted Russia’s retail industry and disrupted … Read more