Ukraine's agriculture minister said alternative routes can cover only half of Ukraine's export volume.

Qatar foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on Tuesday parties are working to seek a diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict. Mediators including Qatar, Pakistan and Oman are coordinating closely to push for talks and to exchange draft texts; Doha said it is important to resume negotiations promptly. Qatari sources said Doha has prepared draft text for a possible US‑Iran agreement and the draft is circulating among parties, but there is currently no set agenda for direct US‑Iran talks.

ARAMCO: Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and shrinking global energy inventories, energy security and the need to replenish stocks have become more critical than ever.