How Many Hormuz Warnings Does Europe Need?
The Strait of Hormuz is back in the headlines. Again. Roughly a fifth of globally traded oil passes…
Europe prepares for higher energy prices after US attack on Iran – POLITICO
“The fact is still that Europe imports most of its energy from other countries. And I think events…
European markets slide as Iran ‘war trade’ joins the global AI ‘scare trade’
“Events,” former U.K. Prime Minister Harold Macmillan opined when asked what most troubled him about the future. “My…
‘This reform is a disaster’: Climate groups slam Germany for scrapping renewable heating law
Germany’s government has drawn heavy criticism from environmental groups after it agreed to remove parts of a controversial…
Russia economy meltdown as Putin makes desperate move | World | News
Russia has implemented a new tax system. (Image: Getty) Russian businesses face a punitive new tax measure as…
UK announces largest sanctions package against Russia since start of full-scale invasion – POLITICO
Britain is also targeting Russia’s shadow fleet — oil tankers used to evade sanctions which have been surveilled,…
US Oil Drilling Activity Still Going Nowhere
By Julianne Geiger – Feb 20, 2026, 12:13 PM CST The total number of active drilling rigs for…
Europe swaps climate rhetoric for energy security talk to defuse MAGA backlash – POLITICO
“Renewable energy is not about tackling climate change, it’s about economic growth and affordable and low energy prices,”…
European chemical giants plot to weaken EU’s flagship climate policy – POLITICO
Chemical investments in Europe collapsed by more than 80 percent in 2025 from the year before, according to…
Russian officials are warning Putin that a financial crisis could arrive this summer, report says
The Kremlin’s financial situation is becoming increasingly dire and could come to a head in a matter of…
Russia’s January Budget Deficit Hits Nearly Half of Annual Target
Russia’s federal budget posted a deficit of 1.718 trillion rubles ($22.3 billion) in January, nearly half of its…
Trillion-dollar tech sell-off rocks global markets
Thursday 05 February 2026 6:52 am | Updated: Thursday 05 February 2026 8:14 am Share Facebook Share on Facebook…