Russia’s maritime oil exports reached a 2026 peak despite US-Iran negotiations easing sanctions, intensifying competition and lowering global oil prices.
The US imposed sanctions on Cuban state-owned companies controlling 40% of GDP, affecting foreign investment and the tech startup ecosystem amid escalating tensions.
Eduardo Bolsonaro sentenced to over four years in prison for seeking US sanctions against Brazil, highlighting political risks that could impact the country's startup and investment climate.
The US has sanctioned Cuba's state oil company CUPET, intensifying economic pressure that impacts the island's energy sector and startup ecosystem.
US Treasury extends deadline for MOL to negotiate purchase of Gazprom's stake in Serbian oil company NIS, impacting energy sector and investment landscape.
US-Iran negotiations show promising progress with potential to end conflict, opening up new opportunities for tech startups and venture capital investment in the region.
US President Trump rejects NATO assistance in the Strait of Hormuz, while European allies prepare a multinational maritime security mission amid regional tensions.