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Last update: an hour agoHormuz Pressure on Energy Markets: France is drafting a UN Security Council resolution to restore movement in the Strait of Hormuz, as the US struggles to get a vote through and Russia/China signal veto risk—keeping oil prices jittery and Europe bracing for “red zone” conditions. EU Fiscal Squeeze: The IMF warns defence, energy and pensions will blow out EU budgets by 2040 unless countries reform, consolidate and consider joint borrowing, while urging energy-market integration and pension changes. UK Cost-of-Living Hit: Britain’s retail sales fell 1.3% in April, the steepest drop since last year, with fuel costs and weak confidence weighing on spending. Ukraine EU Path: Zelensky rejects “associate membership” without voting rights and pushes for full EU accession, pointing to a post-Orbán political opening. Energy Transition Reality Check: A Nigeria renewables safety deal targets standards and inspections, while a home-solar boom is accelerating as households seek relief from soaring oil and gas prices.
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