RIA quoted Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Grushko as saying NATO exercises in the Arctic are preparations for military conflict with Russia.

ADNOC is in talks with Thai counterparties and Dangote Refinery, sources say.

Iran foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei said US pressure via attacks on civilians, including killing children, has stripped Washington of legitimacy. Citing a sustained maritime blockade and escalating comprehensive economic warfare, he said Iran is lawfully defending its national interests. Iran’s defensive measures against US bases and warships are fully lawful and fall within the inherent right of self‑defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter.