Biden's trip to Middle East was curtailed after Jordan cancelled summit in aftermath of blast at Gaza hospital. Summit was to be attended by leaders of Egypt, Palestine & Jordan.
Placement of Pantsir-S air defence system has led to speculation Russia could be fearing air attack. It remains unclear whether this is part of larger plan to bolster air defences.
Two helicopters reportedly struck a Russian oil depot in Belgorod. If Ukraine’s role is confirmed, this would be first airstrike by the country on Russian soil since invasion began.
Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.
French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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