Russia

New Russia-North Korea bridge to boost trade and tourism, enhance economic ties

Finalized during Putin's 2024 visit, the bridge project aims to boost cross-border movement

U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal signed between U.S. and Ukraine

The agreement allows Washington to access rare earth minerals in exchange for investment funds

Oil prices rise to $66.98, set for weekly loss on higher global supply potential 

Brent is on track for a 2 percent weekly fall while WTI crude is set to decline 2.9 percent for the week

Dubai gold prices hold above AED400, global rates on track for third weekly gain

Bullion has surged over $700 this year, setting multiple record highs and reaching $3,500.05 on Tuesday

Oman, Russia ink 11 pacts including visa waiver agreement during Sultan’s Moscow visit

The visit marked the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations established on September 26, 1985 

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar as White House confirms mid-May plans

Trump will address Ukraine and Gaza conflicts during his visit to Saudi Arabia, a key U.S. ally

Oil prices climb to $66.77 as Trump pressures Fed, tariffs cloud outlook

Trump criticized Fed Chair Powell, warning the U.S. economy could slow without immediate rate cuts

Qatar, Russia commit $2.3 billion to joint investment fund for strategic sectors

Deal will target investments in technology, healthcare, minerals, and other sectors of mutual interest

Oil prices edge lower to $64.49 as IEA warns of slowing demand growth

U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell by 16 cents, also down 0.3 percent, to $61.17

OPEC+ to raise oil output by 411,000  bpd in May, citing healthy market fundamentals

The May hike is the next increment of the plan to gradually unwind the most recent output cut of 2.2 million bpd

Oil prices dip to $74.43 as Trump tariffs loom, OPEC meeting ahead

Traders raised oil's risk premium, anticipating supply disruptions from Trump's actions and policies

Trump to make first foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar

Trump also plans to visit Qatar and the UAE during this trip