Russia & CIS
Vietnam’s Cai Mep LNG Terminal Receives First Cargo from Russia’s Sakhalin 2
Vietnam’s Cai Mep LNG terminal has received its first commissioning cargo from Russia’s Sakhalin 2 project, marking a new milestone in the country’s expanding LNG infrastructure.
Caspian Pipeline Consortium Announces Significant Increase in 2025 Oil Exports
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium, which supplies oil from Kazakhstan and Russia via a Black Sea terminal, said on Wednesday it shipped more than 28 million metric tons (MMt) of oil from January to May 23, 1.4 MMt more than a year earlier.
Gazprom Lists Moscow Gas Retail Offices for Sale at $129 Million
Russian energy giant Gazprom said on Tuesday it had put a business center near Moscow that housed its offices up for sale for a starting price of 10.34 billion roubles ($129 million). Gazprom moved to sell several real estate assets last year after posting a 2023 loss of almost $7 billion as gas exports to Europe collapsed.
Ukraine Seeks to Lower Gas Import Costs via Trans-Balkan Pipeline
Ukraine's energy regulator has approved a gas import mechanism that will avoid high transit fees when supplying gas through the Trans-Balkan pipeline from Greece to Ukraine, the Ukrainian energy ministry said on Tuesday.
Russia Nears LNG Supply Deal with Bahrain Amid Summer Gas Demand
Russia is in advanced talks to supply Bahrain with 1.5 million tons of LNG annually under a proposed three-year deal, marking a first between the two countries amid rising Gulf gas demand.
Austria’s Central Gas Hub Grows Trading Volumes After Russian Supply Ends
Austria’s Central European Gas Hub has reported increased trading volumes despite the halt of Russian gas flows through Ukraine, with higher liquidity driven by alternative supplies via Germany and Italy, according to CEO Gottfried Steiner.
Russia's Arctic LNG 2 Starts Second Train Despite Sanctions Blocking Sales
Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project has started production at its second train despite being unable to export gas from its first train due to U.S. sanctions and shipping shortages, a source told Reuters. Novatek, the plant's majority owner, declined to comment.
Russia's Gazprom in Talks with Serbia on New Gas Supply Deal
Gazprom is negotiating a new natural gas supply contract with Serbia, which relies heavily on Russian gas via the TurkStream pipeline. Talks follow President Vucic’s recent visit to Moscow and aim to finalize a deal by May 31.
Wood Mackenzie Warns of Gas Turbine Supply Constraints Through 2040
Wood Mackenzie expects new gas-fired generation projects of around 890 gigawatt (GW) capacity to be added globally between 2025 and 2040, with the U.S. and China leading at 47% annual additions during the same period.
Italy’s Eni Supplied Russian Gas to Turkey Last Year Despite EU Shift
Italy’s Eni confirmed it delivered 6.2 billion cubic meters of Russian gas to Turkey in 2024 via the Blue Stream pipeline, despite halting Russian gas sales in Europe after the Ukraine invasion.
China’s April Crude Imports Rise 7.5% on Iran, Russia Supply Surge
China imported 11.69 million bpd of crude oil in April, up 7.5% year-over-year, led by strong deliveries from Iran and Russia. Stockpiling during refinery maintenance and discounted sanctioned barrels supported the increase.
Russia, China in Talks on Power of Siberia 2 Pipeline Agreement
Russia and China are advancing talks on the proposed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, which would deliver 50 bcm of Russian gas annually via Mongolia. A deal remains under negotiation, Russian officials said.
Global Energy Exports Slide as Trade Risks Weigh on Oil and Fuel Demand
Global oil, LNG and fuel exports slowed in early 2025 as rising trade tensions and tariffs disrupt flows, pressuring demand across major import markets and raising risks for energy exporters.
TurkStream Gas Pipeline Could Slow EU, Russia Decoupling
TurkStream pipeline gas flows are rising, posing a challenge to the EU’s roadmap to phase out Russian gas by 2027. Southeast Europe’s growing reliance on the pipeline risks undermining European energy diversification efforts.
Saudi Arabia Can Control Oil Supply, But Demand May Be Its Achilles’ Heel
Saudi Arabia is flexing its oil supply control, but weakening global demand could undermine its strategy and pose challenges.
EU Considers Ban on New Russian Gas Contracts, Eyes Exit Options for Existing Deals
The European Commission is considering legal measures to forbid new Russian gas contracts and allow EU firms to exit existing deals without penalties, as part of efforts to further reduce reliance on Russian energy.
Ukraine Increases Gas Imports by 40% to Meet Supply Needs
Ukraine has increased natural gas imports by nearly 40%, turning to Hungary and Poland to offset war-related production losses and meet growing demand ahead of the winter season.
Trump Factor Fuels EU Debate Over Resuming Russian Gas Imports
As uncertainty grows over U.S. LNG reliability under a potential Trump presidency, EU leaders and energy executives are openly reconsidering Russian gas imports despite prior pledges to cut ties by 2027.
Caspian Pipeline Resumes Partial Kazakh Oil Loadings After Russian Court Ruling
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium resumed loading oil at one of two previously shut Black Sea's moorings, it said on Wednesday, after a court lifted restrictions placed on the Western-backed group's facility by a Russian transport regulator.
Why Czechia Won’t Quit Russian Oil Despite Infrastructure Alternatives
Czechia has the infrastructure, reserves, and access to alternative suppliers to eliminate its Russian oil imports. Yet, three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Czech Republic continues to delay this strategic shift, despite the availability of viable alternatives.
Kazakh-Russian CPC Oil Exports via Black Sea Trimmed for April
Black Sea CPC Blend oil exports for April were revised down to 1.6 million barrels per day, or 6.2 million metric tons, from 1.7 million bpd in the preliminary plan, two sources said on Monday.
Poland to Expand Gas Pipeline Capacity to Ukraine by 2026
Poland’s Gaz-System will upgrade the Hermanowice metering station on its pipeline to Ukraine by 2026, aiming to boost gas transit capacity as Ukraine ramps up LNG imports from Europe following Russian attacks on its storage sites.
Russia Shuts CPC Moorings, Cutting Kazakh Oil Exports Amid OPEC+ Quota Dispute
Russia has ordered the closure of two CPC moorings, cutting Kazakhstan’s oil export capacity and escalating tensions over OPEC+ production quotas. The disruption affects major producers Chevron and ExxonMobil, and could force output cuts if not resolved within days.
Global News April 2025
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Angry at Putin, Trump Warns of Tariffs on Russian Oil Imports
President Trump threatened secondary tariffs on Russian oil buyers if Moscow blocks efforts to end the war in Ukraine, expressing anger at Putin and warning of further trade penalties. The move could impact major importers like India and China.
Czechs to Phase Out Russian Oil as TAL Pipeline Expansion Goes Live
The Czech Republic will begin importing all crude oil through the expanded TAL pipeline starting in April, following the suspension of Russian supplies via the Druzhba pipeline. The move marks a key step in the country's energy independence from Russian oil.
How Ukraine’s Gas Storage, Pipeline Network Could Boost U.S. LNG Under Trump
The U.S. administration suggested this week the United States could help run and possibly own Ukraine's power plants and energy infrastructure as part of a ceasefire deal with Russia.
Russia Seeks Approval for Congo Oil Pipeline Agreement with 25-Year Operation Term
The Russian government has submitted an agreement with the Republic of the Congo for ratification to the State Duma, outlining cooperation on the construction of a key oil products pipeline in the Central African nation.
Turkey, Slovakia Secure Waiver Extension for Russian Gas Payments, Sources Say
Turkey and Slovakia have received extensions from the United States to waivers for gas payments to Russia, sources told Reuters on Thursday, adding that the extensions would be valid until May.
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