Iran accuses the US of violating a ceasefire after US forces seized an Iranian cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, heightening geopolitical and economic risks.
Bulgaria’s Progressive Bulgaria coalition, led by ex-president Rumen Radev, leads parliamentary elections amid public demand for anti-corruption reforms and geopolitical realignment.
Lithuania and Latvia have blocked Slovak PM Fico’s flight to Moscow, reflecting EU divisions over engagement with Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
The US has extended the suspension of sanctions on Russian oil shipments until May 16, impacting global energy markets and Russia’s oil revenue amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package on Russia until oil supply via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine is restored, highlighting regional energy tensions.