The public relations department of the Isfahan Revolutionary Guard stated that a Hermes drone was intercepted and destroyed by the country's integrated defense system over the city of Khomeini.

Oman's Foreign Minister: Had a "good" call with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Energy: 1. LNG carrier freight rates doubled to $200,000 in a single day. 2. The Iranian crisis threatens global supply, causing European natural gas prices to surge by as much as 50%. 3. Baltic Exchange: Tanker freight rates soared to record levels due to the Middle East conflict, with benchmark tankers earning $424,000 per day. 4. Sources: Saudi Aramco's Rastanura refinery, which was attacked and caught fire by Iranian drones, has been shut down as a precaution, and the situation is under control. 5. JPMorgan Chase stated that even a 3-4 week disruption to passage through the Strait of Hormuz could force Gulf Cooperation Council member states to shut down oil production and push Brent crude prices above $100 per barrel. 6. Goldman Sachs: Due to disruptions in Qatar's LNG supply, it raised its April 26 TTF natural gas price forecast to €55/MWh ($19/MMBtu), up from €36/MWh previously. The JKM gas price forecast for April 2026 has been revised upwards from $11.90/MMBtu to $20/MMBtu. Precious Metals and Mining: 1. A key copper export route from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been disrupted due to a bridge collapse. 2. Uzbekistan has suspended gold exports, with no resumption date set. 3. Reports indicate that Singapore is partnering with several banks to establish a regional gold hub. 4. Risks of conflict in Iran are pushing up aluminum prices; Goldman Sachs predicts it could rise to $3,600 per ton. 5. BMI: If the situation in the Middle East continues, gold prices may reach a record high this week. The Middle East conflict could push aluminum prices to $3,700 per ton. 6. The Governor of the Central Bank of Serbia: Amid escalating external risks, Serbia is increasing its buffer funds and gold reserves. Other: 1. Shanghai Pudong Airport and Yangshan Port have adjusted flights and routes involving the Middle East. 2. The oil tanker "AthenNova" has been attacked by a drone and has stopped sailing in the Strait of Hormuz. 3. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC): Has suspended all global freight bookings to the Middle East. 4. Shipping giant Maersk: Will suspend the entry and exit of refrigerated cargo and dangerous/special cargo to and from the UAE, Oman, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia until further notice.