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European natural gas prices rose about 3% in early trading as thin EU storage levels and stalled U.S.-Iran talks raised winter supply concerns. Inventories stand at 70% versus a seasonal average of 86%, with lower Norwegian pipeline flows offsetting higher LNG arrivals.
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Oil prices dipped Thursday as traders assessed diplomatic engagement between the U.S. and Iran alongside signs of stronger Saudi export capacity. Brent and West Texas Intermediate each fell 0.7% in early European trading.
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Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, addressed the U.N. General Assembly for the first time, promising elections at the 'right moment' and thanking President Trump for resuming diplomatic relations. The speech followed a U.S. military raid that captured her predecessor, Nicolás Maduro, and a recent U.S.-Venezuela oil agreement.
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development lowered its growth forecasts for Ukraine and Russia, citing Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and disrupted Black Sea grain exports. The report notes that halting strikes on energy infrastructure and restoring grain exports would significantly boost Ukraine's battered economy.
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The article profiles how Texas, the largest US oil producer, has become the leading generator of solar farm electricity, told through a farmer who earns $200,000 a year leasing land for panels. It presents the solar boom largely positively while briefly noting opponents' concerns and Trump's 'farmer destroying' criticism.
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Rising diesel prices, which hit a record $6.51 a gallon after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, are pressuring farm-state Republicans ahead of the midterms. Several GOP lawmakers are urging the Trump administration and Congress to act, including calls to pause diesel exports and suspend the gas tax, while the White House denies plans for a 90-day export ban.
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Oil prices rose as risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz persisted, keeping Middle East supply concerns in focus. Brent and WTI futures both gained 1.7% in early European trading while investors watched for diplomatic progress on the Iran conflict.
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President Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron at Trump Tower ahead of the UN General Assembly. Macron said they discussed Ukraine, Iran, energy markets, and protecting civilian infrastructure and navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Both leaders are scheduled to address the UN General Assembly.
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Saudi Arabia had spent months rerouting oil to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, but threats in the Red Sea have disrupted its bypass route. Saudi Aramco is now loading more oil in the Persian Gulf and sending tankers through Hormuz, with some Asian customers told to pick up shipments outside the strait near Oman.
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Prince William and Princess Kate promoted Earthshot Prize finalist Ørsted on Instagram, highlighting the Danish energy company's shift from coal to offshore wind. The article also notes Prince Harry's separate appearance at the WellChild Awards and details the prize and Ørsted's renewable projects.
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Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossio rejected as absurd the allegation that Cuba is a threat to the U.S. The article links Cuba's sixth power grid collapse to President Trump cutting off fuel in January and refers to the U.S. measures as a blockade. It presents the Cuban official's position without a U.S. administration response.
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Republican Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers called for ending the war with Iran, arguing it has driven up fuel and grocery prices, and proposed suspending the 70-cent state and federal gas tax and temporarily halting U.S. diesel exports. The article also notes similar calls from Iowa GOP Senate nominee Ashley Hinson and Republican divisions over how to address economic polling ahead of the midterms.