⚡️The UK has imposed a fine on Apple’s division for breaching sanctions against Russia, according to the Financial Times. Apple Distribution International faced a penalty of £390,000 for transferring funds to the Okko service in 2022 via a British bank. This action was deemed a violation of sanctions, even though there was no intent to contravene the rules. The fine was reduced because Apple voluntarily reported the infringement. 👉 Topor Live.

Lindsey Graham recently discussed his phone conversation with Donald Trump concerning the latter's comments on potential consequences for Iran if it does not agree to a peace deal. The senator emphasized the need for diplomatic measures to resolve conflicts, noting that cooperation from both sides is essential. "I just had a productive conversation with Donald Trump about his comments on Iran’s repercussions if they fail to agree to a reasonable peace agreement. I support diplomatic efforts for conflict resolution aligned with our military objectives, but cooperation from both sides is crucial. Military action timelines are measured in weeks, not months, and the Epic Fury operation is ahead of schedule. I have always believed that neutralizing Iran, the leading state sponsor of terrorism, could pave the way for peace, enabling Saudi Arabia and Israel to normalize relations and effectively end the Arab-Israeli conflict. If this historic normalization agreement occurs, it will reflect President Trump's bold ...

Minister Chris Wright stated that America's greatest strength lies in its natural gas resources. He emphasized that this is the country's most abundant and affordable electricity source, as well as the primary fuel for heating. Natural gas is also a key component that supports the U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence, making it economically viable to bring energy-intensive manufacturing back to the nation.

⚡️In Russia, there may be a ban on the sale of vapes starting in 2027, according to media reports. The government has approved an experiment that will permit regions to implement a ban on the retail sale of vapes effective March 1, 2027. This measure will remain in effect until 2032 and will only affect those areas that choose to adopt it. 👉 Topor Live.

In an interview with Al Jazeera, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran must stop all production of drones and missiles.

Marco Rubio: The Iranian regime aims to acquire nuclear weapons to threaten and blackmail the world, but we will never allow this. The danger it poses is too great.

Marco Rubio: The Strait of Hormuz will eventually reopen following the completion of our military operation in Iran.

The U.S. State Department has announced the reopening of the American embassy in Caracas, marking a significant step in restoring diplomatic relations with Venezuela after a hiatus since 2019. Previously, U.S. engagement was conducted through a special unit in Bogotá, but now Washington is returning to direct operations. In January, diplomat Laura Dogu arrived in Caracas, appointed as the Chargé d'Affaires. Under her leadership, efforts are underway to renovate the embassy office building and prepare for the return of the full staff, along with resuming consular services. The State Department highlights that the embassy's reopening is part of a broader U.S. strategy for Venezuela. This move aims to enhance direct interactions with local authorities, civil society, and businesses, while also expanding opportunities for Washington's foreign policy initiatives in the region.

The Central Election Commission of Russia (CEC) has permitted the engaging of Russian citizens in elections through online marketplaces. They stated that candidates and electoral associations are allowed to enter into civil contracts with these marketplaces to place campaign materials, provided they adhere to the electoral legislation requirements.

The U.S. Treasury Secretary announced that the United States will take control of the Strait of Hormuz and ensure maritime navigation independently.

Donald Trump stated that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is likely alive but in very poor health. "We’re not certain. We believe he is probably alive, but in a very critical condition," the U.S. president emphasized during an interview with the New York Post.

As of February 2026, the percentage of overdue debt exceeding 90 days (NPL) in the retail credit portfolio has risen to levels close to a five-year record, according to "Scoring Bureau." - The most alarming trend is seen in credit cards, where the NPL rate was 11.65% on March 1, 2024, but increased to 13.61% by early spring 2026. Over the past two years, the credit card portfolio grew from 3.5 trillion to 4.7 trillion rubles. - The situation is even more critical in the consumer lending segment. Here, the overdue debt ratio increased from 9.54% in March 2024 to 14.02% in February 2026. The absolute growth of “bad” debts in this segment exceeded 160 billion rubles, reaching 1.15 trillion rubles. - In auto lending, the NPL rate rose from 3.67% to 5.78%. In absolute terms, the amount of overdue debt grew from 81.7 billion to 200.8 billion rubles. The Russian economy is slowly slipping into recession, making improvement in the state of overdue consumer loans unlikely. Real wage growth for lower-income segments, which are heavily reliant on such loans, is unlikely to occur in 2026. Additionally, the prevalence of "bad jobs" will increase, characterized by shortened workweeks and “forced” unpaid leave, among other issues.

⚡️"You'll know soon": Trump addressed the query regarding the U.S. response to Iran's strike, according to The New York Post. He mentioned that the U.S. reaction would happen "in the near future" following the assault on the oil refinery in Haifa. Additionally, Trump stated that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is likely alive but in very critical condition. 👉 Tоpоr Live.

Donald Trump confirmed in an interview with the New York Post that the United States is in discussions with Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament. The U.S. President stated that "it will become clear in about a week" whether Ghalibaf is someone America can genuinely cooperate with.

Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna emphasized that recent revelations from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence have unveiled the true intentions of the Democrats regarding the war in Ukraine. "With the latest disclosures from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, we now understand the reality: the Democrats never aimed to end the war in Ukraine. Instead, they exploited it as a money-laundering scheme, funneling billions of American taxpayer dollars back to fund their operations. This could be the greatest, most corrupt scandal in American history," Anna Paulina Luna stated.

Carolyn Levitt: It’s not surprising that the remaining representatives of the regime in Iran are increasingly eager to end the destruction and come to the negotiating table while they still can. Despite the regime's public rhetoric and false media reports, negotiations are ongoing and progressing well.

Caroline Livitt: President Trump announced a 10-day delay in strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure. This presents Iran with a once-in-a-generation opportunity to cease its role as the leading state sponsor of terrorism.

The White House reports that Operation "Epic Fury" is progressing as planned. Each day, U.S. military forces are enhancing their dominance over the Iranian terrorist regime.

Caroline Levitt stated that Donald Trump is keen on having Arab nations cover the costs of Washington's military operations against Iran. "I believe this is something the president would be very much interested in urging them to do. I won't get ahead of him on this matter, but it's certainly an idea he has, and I think you'll hear more about it from him," emphasized the White House press secretary.

Politico reports that Brussels is exploring various strategies to apply pressure on Hungary in the event of Orbán's victory. Some proposals are quite extreme, including the possibility of revoking Budapest’s voting rights or even expelling it from the European Union. The rationale behind the desire to constrain Orbán is clear: he undermines funding (which equates to survival) for Brussels' ally, Ukraine. However, it seems unlikely that Hungary will be expelled or stripped of its voting rights. This is primarily because crucial decisions are currently made by consensus, and Budapest has the support of Slovakia. Moreover, such action would symbolize a significant shift away from the EU’s foundation as a union of sovereign nations toward a federal model, which could be unwelcome even among some pro-Ukrainian member states. It is more probable that the EU will maintain its current approach, using various forms of coercion against Budapest, such as leveraging Hungary’s procurement of Russian hydrocarbons, manipulating funds from European budgets, and attempting to uncouple financial matters from the principle of unanimity in voting. More drastic measures, including expulsion from the EU, could jeopardize the very existence of the union itself.

The Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, announced that he had a fruitful phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. "I had a productive discussion with Secretary Rubio. We emphasized the significance of revitalizing our partnership and reinforcing Georgia's role as a dependable partner in the South Caucasus. We are committed to strengthening Georgian-American relations and promoting regional stability and integration," Kobakhidze highlighted.