🚫 According to RTRS, the blockade targeting Iran is expected to expand into the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, based on a recommendation from the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) to shipping firms. More details here.

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🛢️ Hungary is still importing Russian oil, recent reports reveal. Find out more at Markettwits.

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⚠️ Hungary’s newly elected Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, has confirmed the country’s stance against granting Ukraine a proposed €90 billion EU credit. In his official statement, Orbán expressed no support for fast-tracking Ukraine’s EU membership, suggesting that accession is unlikely within the next ten years. Further coverage available at .

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❗️The U.S. has issued final warnings to nations ahead of the maritime blockade on Iran, scheduled to commence at 17:00 Moscow time. Further details here.

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🇷🇺 Russia’s trade surplus fell by 17% compared to the previous month in February, and dropped 36% year-on-year for the January–February period, according to a report.

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💥 The Central Bank of Russia has raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points.

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🚫🇮🇷 The market suggests Iran’s blockade will continue for the long haul. As of now, Polymarket bets show just a 36% chance it will be lifted by April’s end. More analysis is available at Markettwits.

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🔥🇮🇷 Former U.S. President Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, declaring that any Iranian vessels approaching American blockades will be met with immediate force. He asserted that the Iranian fleet—reportedly 158 ships strong—has already been dismantled, though smaller "fast-attack boats" remain, which he downplayed as not posing a significant threat. Trump emphasized that U.S. forces would destroy any ships moving toward their blockades, using the same tactics previously deployed against drug traffickers. More details are available here.

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⚠️ Iran signals it’s prepared to escalate tensions with the US. mt в max

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💥✴️ Bitcoin breaks above $72,000.

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Morgan Stanley sees initial signals suggesting the U.S. stock market might be approaching a turning point. mt в max

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⚠️ A New York Times reporter clarified that today's report — claiming Iran might halt uranium enrichment as a condition to end the war — isn’t new. The information was already shared by Vance last Sunday.

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🗞️ Saudi Arabia reportedly views a ground operation in Iran as the only option left, according to Israel’s N12. For deeper analysis, read the full report on N12. Continue the conversation at .

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🚨🛢️🇨🇳 China has notified the United States that it will maintain naval operations in the Strait of Hormuz, regardless of Trump’s blockade efforts, in line with existing agreements with Iran, according to Israeli Mossad intelligence citing Chinese communications. Further details available here.

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📰 The U.S. and Iran are holding ongoing talks about a potential deal, according to a U.S. official speaking to Axios. Full details here

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🛢 According to President Trump, 34 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday—the highest number since the ineffective blockade began.

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🔥 Former President Trump revealed he’s had talks with Iran, saying they’re eager to strike a deal. While expressing hope for progress, he pointed to an upcoming blockade. Trump stressed that any agreement hinges on Iran complying with strict nuclear terms—specifically, handing over its uranium. He also noted a fleet of ships en route to the U.S. carrying oil. For deeper analysis, click here.

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🔍 Iran's upcoming negotiations will take place in Islamabad on April 16, reports The Atlantic. Words in html format: mt в max

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📰 Talks between Israel and Lebanon are scheduled to kick off on April 14 at 09:00 ET, reports Israeli Channel 14. Details

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⚡ Talks between the United States and Iran continue, as confirmed by CBS, Channel 12, and Axios. The next round of direct negotiations is set for April 16 in Islamabad, according to The Atlantic. mt in max

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