Polling in Ecuador closed with President Daniel Noboa poised for re-election, leading with nearly 50% in early counts—just enough to potentially bypass a runoff. Challenger Luisa Gonzalez trails at 38%. With only 40,000 votes tallied and millions cast, final results are pending in the country’s most critical election in decades.
Putin threatens to seize European vessels in response to cargo seizures
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Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia will seize European vessels if European nations proceed with the seizure of ships carrying Russian cargo. Speaking aboard a
Oil prices increase as attacks hinder Strait of Hormuz reopening prospects
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Oil prices rose as violence in the Middle East raised concerns over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude increased by over 2%, nearing $90