TASS19.05.2026Mundo7 dk okumaRussia

World War II in Africa and Iran, Iran operation, Uzbekistan auto plants, Trump's statements on Iran, Russia-China ties, Putin's statements, EU LNG purchases, Erdogan on Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz, US training Ukrainian pilots, Georgians voting abroad

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Multiple news items cover geopolitical tensions and economic developments.
Key topics include Iran's role in global conflicts and trade, US foreign policy under Trump, Russia's economic and military activities, and the war in Ukraine.
Uzbekistan's automotive sector and EU energy imports are also highlighted.

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This collection of news snippets covers a range of international events, focusing on geopolitical tensions, economic developments, and ongoing conflicts. Key areas of focus include Iran's strategic position, Russia's economic and military activities, and the conflict in Ukraine. The snippets also touch upon industrial developments in Uzbekistan and historical context regarding World War II in Africa and Iran.

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Suez was just a cover: three major misconceptions about World War II in Africa and Iran

It was precisely in the sands of Egypt and the mountains of Iran where the fate of crucial fuel resources was decided, and where the expansion of the Holocaust into the Middle East was planned

Discussions on denuclearization with Russia and China, Iran operation: Trump’s statements

The US president noted that the US will resume and finish the operation in Iran, which is currently 70-75% complete

Three plants for Volkswagen, Foton, and JAC brands to open in Uzbekistan by year-end

The announcement followed a meeting where President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed proposals to develop the automotive industry, expand production capacity, and enhance the sector's competitiveness

US may need to deliver another 'big hit' on Iran — Trump

The US president said that he is not sure

IN BRIEF: Putin’s statements on unprecedented level of ties with China and mutual support

The Russian president says that the two countries are ready to support each other on key issues, including the protection of sovereignty

Russia is eternal, Putin says as he urges more legislative flexibility

The country is facing unprecedented challenges and risks, and it should overcome them with dignity, the Russian head of state said

EU pays highest amount for Russian LNG in over one year in March

The European Union purchased around 933 mln euros worth of LNG from Russia

Erdogan says Iran conflict 'devastating' global economy

The extent of the damage caused by the shockwave that has swept across the world like a tsunami cannot yet be accurately assessed, the Turkish president said

Iran announces introduction of new mechanism for vessel passage via Strait of Hormuz — TV

According to the report, vessels intending to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, "after notifying the Iranian authorities, must receive an electronic message from them, containing information about the rules of movement through the strait"

US continues to train Ukrainian pilots to use F-16 fighter jets — report

According to the report issued by inspectors general of the US Department of War, the Department of State, and the Agency for International Development, the training commitments are coordinated by the Air Force Capability Coalition that the US co-leads with Denmark and the Netherlands

Georgians living abroad may be barred from voting overseas

Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili noted that similar regulations exist in Armenia, Ireland, Israel and Malta

Former Russian Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov gets 13 years in prison for embezzlement

After the verdict was announced, Timur Ivanov's defense told TASS that it would appeal the court's decision

Kiev forces expand attack area on Zaporozhye NPP over two weeks — official

Facility's Director Yury Chernichuk called the recent events "a massive psychological attack on the city, on the plant"

IMF cuts economic growth forecast for Russia from 3 % to 2 % of GDP

Under normal circumstances there are no scenarios in which the Russian economy could start to contract - IMF representative

Russia increases glide bomb output

The gliding and correction module increases the bomb range to dozens of kilometers and allow dropping them from outside the hostile air defense zone

Latvia sets precedent by enabling strikes on Russia — expert

Ruslan Pankratov said that a new legal reality is emerging in which the territory of a NATO member state is being used as a bridgehead for strikes against Russia

Trade between Russia and Latin America grows by 25% over 5 years — Putin

As the Russian leader noted, the further development of reciprocal trade exchanges will be facilitated thanks to a more vigorous transition to national currencies in financial settlements

US military intelligence believes Ukraine is delivering chaotic strikes on Russia

Ukrainian strikes lack the coordination, tempo, and concentration on critical Russian military infrastructure, according to a report compiled by inspectors general of the US Department of War, the Department of State and the Agency for International Development

US investigates 56 cases of corruption and theft of American weapons in Ukraine

According to a report prepared by the inspectors general of the Pentagon, the State Department, and the now effectively dismantled US Agency for International Development, 13 other investigations have been closed

Air defenses destroy 56 Ukrainian UAVs over Russian regions within another six-hour period

The ministry reported earlier in the day that it destroyed 70 Ukrainian UAVs over various Russian regions between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Moscow time

Euroclear refuses to unfreeze Russian Central Bank’s assets: what is known

The decision is based on the fact that the Russian regulator’s claim against Euroclear Bank is not recognized under EU legislation, and "Euroclear does not recognize the court’s jurisdiction"

Aluminum price on LME up over 6.3% following Iran’s strikes on UAE plants

As of 3:01 a.m. Moscow time, at the beginning of the trading week, the price of aluminum futures was up by 6.32% at $3,492 per ton

Payment of around $3 bln by Gazprom may be part of package gas agreement with Ukraine

Trilateral gas talks between Russia, the European Union and Ukraine were held in Berlin on Thursday where the sides agreed on a draft gas deal

Baltic states to be punished for assisting Ukraine in attacking Russia — MP

Speaking about Lithuanian threats against Kaliningrad, Leonid Slutsky noted that by making such statements the "hotheads" in the Baltics "are drawing fire not only upon themselves, but also on Europe as a whole"

Donbass will do without Ukraine, hardly vice versa - experts

After the independence referendums in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk and Luhansk regions quite a few Ukrainian analysts said Ukraine should let them go

Nine fast-neutron reactors to be built in Russia by 2042 — Rosatom

According to the statement, fast reactors with a closed fuel cycle are not just a means of increasing the efficiency of nuclear energy, but a prerequisite for its long-term existence

UK authorizes import of diesel and jet fuel produced from Russian oil from third countries

The exceptions to the sanctions rules come into force on May 20 and are of an indefinite duration

Trump says threatened Thailand and Cambodia with new duties

US President said he was sure that the duties is an important tool in the foreign policy for his administration

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Perspectiva de IA — posibilidades, no hechos

US will resume and finish the operation in Iran.
Probable · Medio plazo
Three plants for Volkswagen, Foton, and JAC brands to open in Uzbekistan by year-end.
Muy probable · En meses
Baltic states will be punished for assisting Ukraine in attacking Russia.
Posible · Medio plazo

Preguntas abiertas

What are the specific details of the new mechanism for vessel passage via the Strait of Hormuz?
What is the full extent of the planned 'operation in Iran' by the US?
What is the long-term impact of the EU's high LNG purchases from Russia?
What are the specific 'unprecedented challenges and risks' Russia is facing?