Russia launches exchange trading for pipelines, aiming to expand distribution channels. However, analysts suggest this move may not reverse the ongoing market decline. More details available at Vedomosti and MarketTwits.

Russian diesel exports from Baltic ports rose 22% month-over-month in March. However, volumes are expected to decline in April amid Ukrainian strikes on Primorsk and Ust-Luga terminals. More details at RBC.

Prominent trader James Winn, known for recent substantial gains, has been liquidated once again after aggressively shorting Bitcoin. His latest trades resulted in his account plummeting from $100 million to $900, according to Cointelegraph, as detailed in the trading history link.

Auto sales in Russia experienced a notable uptick last week, with new passenger car sales rising 8% week-on-week and increasing 27% year-over-year, according to Autostat.

The Indian rupee continues its rally against the dollar following central bank intervention last week. BBG reports: Rupee extends rally after biggest surge in 12 years on RBI moves. More details can be read through mt in max.

Iranian officials have confirmed receipt of Pakistan’s peace proposal. Tehran’s response states it will not accept any deadlines or pressure to make decisions. The Iranian government reiterated it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a "temporary ceasefire," citing a belief that the U.S. is not prepared for a permanent ceasefire. mt in max

The United States has allocated over $42 billion to military operations in Iran, according to data from Iran Cost Ticker. The spending rate stands at approximately $11,500 per second. More details are available at MT in Max.

India resumes oil imports from Iran after a seven-year pause, according to the Indian Ministry of Petroleum. Details

Chinese airlines have raised domestic flight fuel surcharges sixfold, reports Xinhua. More at mt in max

Russian assets of Evraz Plc have been transferred to PAO "Evraz" effective April 1, consolidating approximately 60 legal entities which will operate as its subsidiaries under their existing names. In November, Evraz KGOK secured approval to acquire a 93.2% stake in coal producer PAO "Raspadskaya." More details are available at max.

Iran warns of increased strikes on U.S. targets if attacks on civilian infrastructure persist, reports mt in max.

Whales have ramped up their XRP acquisitions to the highest level in ten months, according to CryptoQuant. Read more on mt in max

Ripple to host XRP-TOKYO 2026 conference in Japan on April 7, highlighting industry support for XRP. More details available at max.ru/markettwits.

Russian entrepreneurs open to discussing windfall tax on excess profits to address budget deficits, says Alexander Shokhin, head of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs. The topic was reportedly on the agenda during a March meeting between major business leaders and President Vladimir Putin. Shokhin indicated that there are currently no conditions for implementing such a tax.

Global agricultural commodity prices climb amid rising oil and fertilizer costs. mt in max

Israeli Defense Minister Katz orders military to continue full-force strikes on Iran's infrastructure. mt in max

Strategy acquired an additional 4,871 BTC last week. mt in max

Reports indicate that U.S. inflation has accelerated rapidly since February, with GDP growth forecasts sharply downgraded. The term "stagflation" is increasingly being referenced in analyses. The ongoing operation called "Epic Rage" continues to develop. More details can be found here.

Iranian authorities will implement a new shipping protocol requiring all vessels, including those from allied nations, to pay fees for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Nour News citing an official familiar with the directive. Maritime traffic through the strategic waterway has surged to its highest levels since the onset of regional conflict, fueled by increased agreements between Iran and other nations ensuring secure transits — BBG mt in max

BNY Mellon and Robinhood to Develop Branded App for 'Trump Accounts' — WSJ. For more details, visit mt in max.

Russia plans to launch its first next-generation advanced transport spacecraft between 2028 and 2029, according to Vladimir Solovyov, chief designer and deputy director general at RKK Energia and a member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The announcement coincides with Russia’s ongoing "Space Week," held from April 6 to April 12. More details can be found at mt in max.