US President Donald Trump has threatened sanctions on anyone buying Iranian oil, warning that countries or individuals who purchase these products from Iran will not be able to do business with the US. The threat came after Oman postponed planned nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran, which were set for May 3rd. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the postponement on social media, stating that new dates would be announced when mutually agreed upon. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei confirmed the talks had been postponed at Oman's request, with Iran remaining committed to reaching a fair and lasting agreement.
https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-nuclear-talks-oman-8121e584d9e6c63c5f3cd8e4b1654f81Türkiye and Hungary are strengthening their bilateral cooperation, particularly in the energy sector. Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced that Turkish Petroleum's investment in Europe marked an important milestone, with plans to expand cooperation to third countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The partnership includes deals between TPAO and MOL, as well as a gas export deal through BOTAŞ and MVM in 2023. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto hailed this as a new milestone in energy cooperation, with plans for further collaboration in oil, gas, electricity, and nuclear energy.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/tpao-to-explore-natural-gas-and-oil-at-two-sites-in-hungary-208693Talks between the US and UAE on trade agreements have intensified following a visit by UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan in March, with discussions taking place at both the White House and the Commerce Department.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/968164-chamber-of-commerce-urges-trump-to-lift-tariffs-on-goods-that-cannot-be-made-in-the-usUkraine has signed a mineral agreement with a strategic partner, allowing the country to gain control over land layers, infrastructure, and natural resources. Ukrainian Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stated that the deal will drive economic growth and innovation. The agreement does not disrupt Ukraine's efforts to join the European Union. Former US President Donald Trump expressed concerns about being left out of a similar deal, claiming he was "protected" by receiving $350 billion from former President Joe Biden.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2002461/us-ukraine-finalize-minerals-deal-after-trump-pushU.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko signed an agreement that provides for the U.S. to contribute to a fund supporting Ukraine's defense, including potential air defense systems. The deal allows Ukraine to determine what and where to extract rare earth minerals, which are used in consumer electronics and military applications, from its rich deposits. The accord complies with Ukraine's constitution and EU membership campaign, and does not require Ukraine to pay back U.S. past military assistance.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40360484/ukraine-us-sign-minerals-deal-sought-by-trumpUkraine has reached an agreement with the US, led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, to ensure continued military support in its fight against Russia's invasion. The deal aims to demonstrate unity between Ukraine and the US, contrasting with Russia's stance under former President Dmitry Medvedev, who believes Ukraine will have to pay for US aid using mineral resources.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11158934/ukraine-us-critical-minerals-deal-what-we-know/U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko signed a deal in Washington, D.C., providing preferential access to new Ukrainian minerals deals and funding for Ukraine's reconstruction efforts.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/us-ukraine-minerals-deal-what-we-know-5103156Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha informed EU High Representative Kaja Kallas about the signing of a reconstruction investment fund with the US, marking a significant milestone in their strategic partnership aimed at strengthening Ukraine's economy and security. The agreement was discussed during diplomatic efforts to achieve a fair and lasting peace, and preparations were made for an upcoming visit by EU foreign ministers on May 9.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3988114-sybiha-briefs-kallas-on-agreement-with-united-states.htmlThe UN is calling for the lifting of the blockade on Gaza, with Tom Fletcher stating that hostages should not have been taken and that humanitarian aid should always be allowed into the region, emphasizing that civilian lives saved by aid should never be used as a bargaining chip.
https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-gaza-palestinians-humanitarian-blockade-7319535c68bbe7a7a93e4430602c475d