Iranian singer Solmaz Naraghi had to flee to Georgia.
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Iranian singer Solmaz Naraghi had to flee to Georgia. Now she talks about what it's like to have to build ...Read full article 
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Israeli missile has struck Iran, US officials say - BBC News: Two US officials confirm strike to BBC's US partner CBS News as explosions reported near Isfahan.
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Quick Glance: Israeli Missile Strikes Iran
- Following an unprecedented Iranian attack, 300 drones and missiles were launched at Israel.
- Explosions near an army base in Isfahan activated local air defense systems.
- US officials report that Israel conducted a missile strike on Iran.
- Flights were suspended over several Iranian cities as Israel responded to an attack.
The night Iran’s missile spectacle rattled Israel: Tehran’s ‘Operation True Promise’ demonstrated aerial might that was visible to all, but fatal to none
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Iran oil exports hit 6-year high as west prepares sanctions: Surge in crude sales to China exposes limits of US and EU attempts to rein in Islamic republic
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Quick Glance: Iran's Oil Exports Thrive Amid Rising Tensions
- Iran is exporting more oil than in the past six years, providing the economy with a $35 billion annual boost, as western countries consider tightening sanctions in response to the attack on Israel.
- The US and the EU are preparing new sanctions on the Islamic republic to deter conflict escalation with Israel, facing challenges due to Iran's successful circumvention of sanctions, especially with China being its primary customer.
- Iran has found ways to bypass sanctions, shielded from western pressure as its main oil exports go to China. Tensions have escalated since the Hamas attack on Israel, driving oil prices up by over 15%, while US efforts to sanction individual tankers carrying Iranian oil have had minimal impact so far.
- Mounting Republican pressure urges the Biden administration to take tougher action on Iran's oil sales, with criticism over perceived leniency on existing measures. Despite US strategic oil reserves being released to stabilize prices, concerns remain over the administration's stance on enforcing sanctions similar to the previous Trump administration.
Gold (XAUUSD) Set for Fifth Weekly Gain on Increasing Mideast Tensions: Gold surged close to a new record high as intensifying concerns about conflict in the ...
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Iran warns it could review nuclear stance if Israel threatens atomic sites: Revolutionary Guards issue warning as Israel vows retaliation for missile and drone ...
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Quick Glance: Israel's Targeted Operation in Iran Sends a Strong Message, Experts Note
- Israel conducted a military operation on Iranian territory during the early hours of Friday.
- The operation appeared to be a response to Iran's recent missile and drone attacks.
- According to analysts, the operation was seen as a display of Israel's capability to access Iranian nuclear facilities.
How Israel’s defences repelled Iranian missile and drone attack : ‘Multi-layered’ array deployed included early warnings and Arrow system that intercepts ...
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US and allies plan more Iran sanctions; Israel war cabinet to meet again: The U.S. and its allies planned fresh sanctions against Iran over its unprecedented ...
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Iran Behshad Ship Linked to Houthi Red Sea Attacks Comes Home: An Iranian ship that’s been linked to Houthi attacks in the Red Sea is returning home ...
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No missile attack against Iran, Iranian official tells Reuters: Explosions heard in Isfahan were a result of the activation of Iran's air defence systems ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/no-missile-attack-against-iran-iranian-official-tells-reuters-2024-04-19/
Israel on high alert after unprecedented Iranian attack: Iran had threatened a reprisal raid after a deadly strike on its consulate in Syria.
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Against Tyranny: Two Stories Told in Pictures Warn Us To Fight On: New graphic works about oppression in Iran and Cuba illustrate the common traits of ...
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With its aerial attack, Iran could break Israel’s isolation and reframe the Gaza war
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US official tells CNN, as explosions reported near military base
cnn.com/2024/04/18/middleeast/isfahan-iran-explosion-intl-hnk/
Quick Glance: Israel's Strike in Iran: Escalation in the Region
- Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, a move that threatens to deepen conflicts in the region, as per a US official.
- The strike was not nuclear, and the US was informed in advance but did not endorse it, according to sources.
- Iran activated its air defense systems in response to the explosions near a military airbase, while tensions in the Middle East remain high.
- The situation escalated following Iran's direct attack on Israel, with ongoing tit-for-tat strikes signaling heightened tensions.
LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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China Tells Iran Cooperation Will Last After Attack on Israel - Bloomberg: China’s top diplomat told Iran that the nations can work together across a range of ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/china-tells-iran-cooperation-will-last-after-attack-on-israel
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EU to tighten Iran sanctions after Israel attack: The expanded penalties target companies involved in the production of drones and missiles.
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Police cordon off Iran consulate in Paris after reports man threatens to blow himself up
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What’s Next for Crude Oil? Analysts Weigh In After Iran’s Attack: Oil futures were barely moved by Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel, with traders ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Oil Prices Could Witness a 'Super Spike Well Above $100' Post Iran's Strike on Israel
- Market analysts predicted that oil prices could surge to $100 per barrel and beyond after Iran conducted an aerial attack on Israel, reigniting concerns of a regional war.
- Iran carried out an aerial attack on Israel on Saturday night, launching over 300 drones and missiles, marking the first direct military attack by Iran on the Jewish state.
- Insufficient investment renders the supply more fragile, raising the likelihood of a 'super spike well above $100' if the supply is disrupted.
- Recent months have seen oil prices rise due to trade disruptions and delays caused by maritime attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthis, who express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Blinken says U.S. not involved in "any offensive operations" when asked about Iran
reuters.com/world/us/blinken-says-us-not-involved-any-offensive-operations-when-asked-about-iran-2024-04-19/
Explosion reportedly heard over Iranian city of Isfahan amid fears of of conflict with Israel#IsraelHamasWar #GazaWar
Oil and gold prices rise as US says Israel has struck Iran: Reports of a retaliatory strike by Israel raise commodity prices and fears over inflation.
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Isarael—Iran Conflict: How Close Is Iran to Having a Nuclear Weapon?: The escalating conflict between Iran and Israel has refocused the world’s attention on the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/how-close-is-iran-to-having-a-nuclear-weapon
Paid articlePaid Oil prices jump $3/bbl on unconfirmed reports of explosions in Iran: Oil slipped on Friday following an earlier price spike of more than $3 after Iran played ...
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Iran-Israel: Attack next with weapons from North Korea?: Former US security adviser John Bolton warns against North Korean help for Iran's nuclear program ...
nzz.ch/international/iran-israel-angriff-als-naechstes-mit-waffen-aus-nordkorea-ld.1826942
Avoiding escalation in the Middle East: In the wake of Iran's drone attack on Israel, everything possible must be done to avoid a regional conflagration ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/15/avoiding-escalation-in-the-middle-east_6668464_4.html
What We Know So Far About Israel’s Reported Attack on Iran Amid Fears of Escalation
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Go long against Iran: Israel needs time to win back its allies, and to see that tight military cooperation is the key to success in the larger war
blogs.timesofisrael.com/go-long-against-iran/
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Iran Acknowledges Drone Attack by Israel and Says It Failed: Iranian state media confirmed an attack by Israel in the early hours of Friday and said the ...
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Paid articlePaid US tells Israel it won't join any retaliatory strikes on Iran: Officials said Joe Biden urged Israel to "think carefully" before launching a response to the ...
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War in the Middle East: media report - Israel strikes back against Iran: After the Iranian air strike, Israel is said to have carried out a retaliatory strike on ...
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Israel Says Hamas Rejected Cease-fire Proposal After Iran Attack: Israel said Hamas had rejected the latest cease-fire proposal from mediators ...
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Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US official tells CNN, as explosions reported near military base
cnn.com/2024/04/18/middleeast/isfahan-iran-explosion-intl-hnk/
Markets Weigh Risk of Retaliation Cycle Following Iran’s Attack: Financial markets will face the new week fretting about geopolitics with much riding on whether ...
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Paid articlePaid Foiling Iran’s Missile Attack Probably Cost More Than $1 Billion: Israel and its allies won plaudits for mostly fending off Iran’s unprecedented attack on ...
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Paid articlePaid West Asia crisis: Iran ‘not planning’ retaliation against Israel after attack near Isfahan
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Georgia's parliament approves law on 'foreign agents' in first reading
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Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Iran launches missile and armed drone attack on Israel: Israeli officials say most projectiles have been intercepted after retaliation for consulate strike
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Paid articlePaid Georgia: 20,000 protesters take to streets after Parliament's initial vote on 'foreign influence' law
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Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7
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Quick Glance: US Alerts G7 about Iran Drone Attack: Israel Issues Final Warning
- According to the Italian foreign minister, the United States informed the G7 foreign ministers that it received "last minute" information from Israel about a drone action in Iran.
- The details were shared during a Friday morning session that was spontaneously modified to discuss the suspected attack.
- Following the three-day meeting, the ministers urged in a statement for the parties to prevent further escalations and expressed support for Israel's security.
- Additionally, the group cautioned Iran against transferring ballistic missiles and related technologies to Russia and called for the release of hostages and adherence to international and humanitarian law.
After Iran's attack on Israel: the mullahs' terror regime is tottering: The mullahs are sending missiles against Israel - but what if they themselves are long ...
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Israeli missiles hit site in Iran, ABC News reports: Get the latest Breaking News Alerts from France 24 in real time on Facebook and Twitter: @BreakingF24
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Western states sought to send de-escalation messages to Iran via Turkey, Western diplomat says
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Quick Glance: Western States Utilize Turkey as Intermediary for De-escalation Messages to Iran: Diplomat
- Recently, Western states have attempted to communicate messages to Iran via Turkey to reaffirm calls for de-escalation, as reported by a Western diplomat on Friday.
- These messages were transmitted before the reported Israeli attacks on Iran early Friday, resulting in Tehran stating it had no intentions for additional retaliation.
- Following Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel over the weekend, Turkey's foreign ministry acknowledged engagements with Iran and the United States, emphasizing the need for restraint and cautioning against a potential regional conflict with further escalating tensions.
- Acting US Under Secretary of State John Bass visited Ankara earlier this week and held discussions with Turkey's top diplomat Hakan Fidan. A US official mentioned: 'They deliberated on the crucial importance of averting additional escalations or a broader conflict in the region.'
Multiple Iranian sites reportedly struck: Explosions were reported inside of Iran while unconfirmed reports indicated multiple Iranian sites were struck ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4604090-isfahan-iran-explosions/
Could Iran Impact Oil Trade by Disrupting Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz?: The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway at the mouth of the Persian Gulf ...
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Key Western ally Jordan on edge after Iran attack; Israel weighs up retaliation options
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The war between Israel and Iran has come out of the shadows, Jeremy Bowen writes: Whatever happens next, the rules of the "the game" between the two countries ...
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Dubai’s flydubai cancels flights to Iran: Flight FZ 1929 from Dubai to Tehran on April 19 returned to Dubai
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-flydubai-cancels-flights-to-iran-1.1713501197488
Oman condemns ‘Israeli attack’ on Iran: Foreign ministry: Oman, which has long mediated between Tehran and the West, condemned an “Israeli attack” on Iran on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/oman-condemns-israeli-attack-on-iran-foreign-ministry-
What we know so far about the explosions reported in central Iran: Iran's state media reported explosions in the central province of Isfahan on Friday ...
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Iran attacks Israel: A visual reappraisal of the defensive battle: The attack on Israel had been expected. As a result, only five rockets reached their target ...
nzz.ch/international/iran-greift-israel-an-eine-visuelle-aufarbeitung-der-abwehrschlacht-ld.1826398
Iran and Israel: What an Israeli expert says about the attack: The Iranian position has changed dramatically following the attack on the embassy in Syria ...
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China walks fine line amid Iran-Israel escalation dread: HONG KONG -- Soaring tensions between Iran and Israel are putting China in a tight spot ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Middle-East-crisis/China-walks-fine-line-amid-Iran-Israel-escalation-dread2
Paid articlePaid Reuters photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
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The onus is now on Israel as Iran makes its move: Netanyahu’s sense he has prevailed in this round may make him less rather than more risk averse
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‘No reports on attack from abroad’ after explosions in country’s center: Iran media
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/source-tells-iran-s-press-tv-no-foreign-attack-against-iran-took-place
Iran’s Nuclear Chief Says UN’s Grossi Will Visit Iran ‘Soon’: Rafael Mariano Grossi, director-general of the UN’s nuclear watchdog, will visit Iran “soon ...
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Middle East latest: Hezbollah commander killed in strike, IDF says; Putin holds call with Iranian president amid escalation fears
news.sky.com/story/middle-east-latest-un-nuclear-watchdog-concerned-israel-could-target-iranian-nuclear-facilities-in-revenge-attack-12978800
Quick Glance: British Foreign Minister's Visit to Israel Tomorrow; Israel Plans 'Limited Strikes' in Iran - CNN
- British foreign minister's visit to Israel scheduled for tomorrow
- Rishi Sunak urges calm in relation to Iran
- US anticipates Israel contemplating limited strikes in Iran - sources
- Israel warns Iran: 'Will not go unpunished'
Explosions in Iran - Black Friday on Japan's Stock Exchange: Fears of an escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel are worrying Asian markets ...
nzz.ch/finanzen/explosionen-im-iran-schwarzer-freitag-an-japans-boerse-ld.1827091
Iran grounds flights across country after reports of explosions: Iran has grounded commercial flights across parts of the country after reports of explosions.
news.sky.com/story/iran-grounds-flights-across-country-after-reports-of-explosions-13118259
Israel will defend itself, Netanyahu says, as West calls for restraint: JERUSALEM/CAIRO: Israel will make its own decisions about how to defend itself ...
arabnews.com/node/2494711/middle-east
Israeli 'aggression' on Iran is an escalation against the region, Hamas official says
reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-aggression-iran-is-an-escalation-against-region-hamas-official-says-2024-04-19/
Instant view: Oil, Japan's yen up on reports Israeli missiles hit Iran: Oil and gold prices rose and Japan's yen rallied on Friday on reports Israeli missiles ...
reuters.com/markets/view-oil-japans-yen-up-reports-israeli-missiles-hit-iran-2024-04-19/
What we know about Israel's overnight attack on Iran: There are competing claims about the scale of Israel's reported overnight attack targeting Isfahan in Iran.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68853402
US House speaker Mike Johnson will try to pass Israel aid this week: U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson said on Sunday he would try to pass aid ...
reuters.com/world/us-house-speaker-says-he-will-try-pass-israel-aid-this-week-2024-04-14/
Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Iran activates its air defense, US media reports Israeli strike: Iran said it shot down several drones and that there had been 'no missile attack for now.' ABC ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/19/israel-launches-air-strike-against-iran-reports-us-media_6668873_4.html
No plan for immediate retaliation against Israel, senior Iranian official says: Explosions echoed over an Iranian city on Friday in what sources described as an ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/no-plan-for-immediate-retaliation-against-israel-senior-iranian-official-says
Sterling wavers as markets gauge reported Israeli attack on Iran: The pound was little changed on Friday after falling to a five-month low against the dollar in ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/sterling-wavers-markets-gauge-reported-israeli-attack-iran-2024-04-19/
Iran seizes Israel-linked container vessel: Tehran has vowed to respond to a suspected Israeli air strike on its consular building in Damascus
ft.com/content/a88ddb36-0af5-4718-afbc-6f6fbab366a9
Explosions as Israel retaliates against Iran : Israel is reported to have fired a missile at Iran, following Tehran's unprecedented missile and drone strike last ...
euronews.com/2024/04/19/live-explosions-as-israel-retaliates-against-iran
Netanyahu convenes Israeli war cabinet as Iran attacks: US officials predicted that Iran would launch more than 100 drones, dozens of cruise missiles ...
news.sky.com/story/israel-prepares-to-defend-itself-as-iran-launches-missile-and-drone-attack-13114842
United States had advance warning of Israel attack on Iran: US media: DUBAI/WASHINGTON/TEHRAN: The United States received advance notice of Israel’s reported ...
arabnews.com/node/2495541/middle-east
LIVE: View of Tel Aviv coastline after Iran launches drone attack: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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US got ‘last minute’ warning from Israel on Iran strike but wasn’t involved — Italian FM
timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-19-2024/
US and allies plan more Iran sanctions; Israel war cabinet to meet again: The U.S. and its allies planned fresh sanctions against Iran over its unprecedented ...
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Israel launches strike against Iran: US media - Middle East and Africa - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/19/israel-launches-strike-against-iran.html
Attack sends message to Iran but Israelis divided over response: Some in Israel had been calling for a stronger move than this apparently limited strike ...
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68854498
Israel pushing for more sanctions against Iran: Israel's foreign minister said on Tuesday he was urging countries to place sanctions on Iran's missile programme ...
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Oil stabilizes after sharp drop on demand concerns, easing of Middle East tension
reuters.com/business/energy/oil-inches-up-after-us-reimposes-venezuela-oil-sanctions-2024-04-18/
Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
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