The Airports Council International Europe has warned that Europe may face jet fuel shortages as early as May due to blockages in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the ongoing Iran war, with the International Energy Agency predicting significant global economic re…
The head of the International Energy Agency has warned that Europe may face significant jet fuel shortages within six weeks if it fails to replace at least half of its imports from the Middle East, highlighting a reliance on a key supply route that has been ef…
The Russian Defence Ministry has accused European manufacturers of producing drones for Ukraine, warning that such collaboration could escalate the conflict and turn European countries into strategic targets for Russia, while highlighting recent agreements bet…
A new analysis by the Brussels-based Future of Technology Institute reveals that a majority of European countries depend on US cloud services for their national defense operations, exposing them to potential risks of a "kill switch" that could disrupt services…
In the face of geopolitical instability and rising tensions, the UK is adopting a pragmatic approach to strengthen ties with the EU, focusing on security, defense, and economic cooperation, while navigating criticism from various political factions regarding i…
The article discusses how China's Foreign Ministry is preparing for high-level diplomatic engagements amid rising tensions in the Gulf and U.S. military actions, highlighting Beijing's efforts to position itself as a global power broker while redefining its na…
Experts are urging governments to mitigate the risk of fossil fuel disruptions escalating into global energy and economic crises, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to renewable energy as high-stakes meetings loom in Europe aimed at addressing climate…
The head of the UN Development Programme, Alexander De Croo, warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict is likely to have severe global repercussions, potentially pushing over 30 million people into poverty, and emphasized the urgent need for economic interv…
Over 40 countries, led by France and the UK, are meeting in Paris to outline a "strictly defensive" plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the ongoing conflict, while military ships and personnel are prepared to provide navigation support, despite risks of …
The Iran war has highlighted the vulnerabilities in global fossil fuel supply chains, prompting numerous countries in Asia and Africa to accelerate their nuclear power plans as a long-term solution to energy insecurity, despite the challenges and risks associa…
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, effective from April 17, 2026, urging Hezbollah to comply, while leaders from both countries welcomed the truce, which could be extended based on mutual agreement, d…
Jet fuel prices have nearly doubled since the onset of the Iran war, leading to potential shortages in Europe and Asia that could disrupt global travel, increase airfares, and result in flight cancellations, as the International Energy Agency warns that Europe…
