China Resumes Oil Stockpiling in July Despite Middle East Supply Disruptions

China unexpectedly added 210,000 barrels per day to its crude oil stockpiles in July as weak refinery processing outweighed a sharp drop in imports. The Bottom Line Inventory Rebound: China … Read More

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster

This development compounds regional environmental concerns as ongoing maritime conflicts complicate cleanup efforts, while a separate grounded tanker continues to leak Russian crude off the coast of Oman. Satellite Imagery … Read More

UN Reports Widespread Torture of Ukrainian Prisoners in Russia

More than 95% of Ukrainian prisoners of war held in Russian detention facilities have experienced systematic torture, according to findings detailed during a high-level United Nations Security Council session. Widespread … Read More