Foreign Ministry reiterated view that Israeli settlements in West Bank are illegal under international law

Russia's Rosneft begin to wind down operations per Washington's demands

Crude oil trading marginally lower amid reports that loadings have resumed sooner than expected at Novorossiysk

OPEC+ plan to pause further production increases in first quarter of 2026 eases worries about oversupply

Market expectations improve following new sanctions on Russia, easing of Beijing-Washington tensions

Malaysia's status as net oil, gas exporter favours local currency, says analyst

Analysts believe Russian President is stalling for time

London sanctions two top Russian oil firms, same with four Chinese entities

Tehran vows harsh response to European powers’ accusations of violating 2015 deal

Minister says world body must implement reforms to stay relevant

Tehran decries embargo's return, accuses US of betrayal, European powers of 'burying' diplomacy

Potential reduction attributed to Trump, Modi phone call several days prior

Sanctions on extremist Israeli ministers, violent settlers being mulled

Tehran yet to official confirm matter

US President emphasises that Europe must stop purchasing oil which is funding the Russian-Ukraine war, White House official says

Moscow, Beijing jointly oppose 'discriminatory' sanctions in global trade, says Russian President

Traders eyeing New Delhi's responses to Washington pressure to stop buying Russian oil

Markets on the lookout for ceasefire as US President threatens secondary sanctions on Russian oil buyers if peace talks stall

Russia likely to closely observe perceived American interference in region regarded as its sphere of influence

Decision reportedly comes after Trump's displeasure at New Delhi's purchases of Russian oil