Russian security service searches office of tycoon Prokhorov: sources
Russia's Federal Security Service and tax inspectors on Thursday searched the offices of Mikhail Prokhorov, a tycoon whose newspaper has published revelations about people close to Vladimir Putin, four sources close to his businesses said.
OPEC cuts 2016 oil demand growth forecast, warns of more
OPEC on Wednesday cut its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2016 and warned of further reductions citing concern about Latin America and China, pointing to a larger supply surplus this year.
Band plays on, as global oil glut leaves supertankers in a huge jam
It may be the world's biggest traffic jam.
Russia jets make 'simulated attack' passes near U.S. destroyer: U.S.
Two Russian warplanes flew simulated attack passes near a U.S. guided missile destroyer in the Baltic Sea on Tuesday, the U.S. military said, with one official describing them as one of the most aggressive interactions in recent memory.
Italy's Renzi signs potentially huge business deals in Iran
Italy and Iran signed deals potentially worth billions on Tuesday when Prime Minister Matteo Renzi visited Tehran seeking a strong Italian foothold in a nation hungry for infrastructure investment as it emerges from financial isolation.
Iran, France concerned at Syria violence with talks set to resume
France and Iran voiced concern over escalating violence in Syria on Tuesday, echoing warnings from the United States and Russia as fighting near the city of Aleppo put more pressure on a fragile truce agreement.
Brent hovers just below $45, hits five-month high on reports of oil output freeze deal
Global oil prices hit five-month highs on Tuesday, hovering just under $45 a barrel after a report that top producers Russia and Saudi Arabia have agreed to freeze output ahead of a much-anticipated producers meeting on Sunday.
Turkey retaliates after rockets from Syria hit border town, official says
The Turkish army on Monday shelled sites in northern Syria in response to cross-border rocket fire that hit a Turkish town and wounded several people, a government official said.
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