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Zelenskyy wants diesel from Mideast countries in exchange for countering Iranian missiles

Zelenskyy wants diesel from Mideast countries in exchange for countering Iranian missiles

Ukrainian president says he is ‘closing the issue’ of diesel supplies during his visit to Middle East

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‘Hours for a liter’: Bangladesh’s fuel shortage deepens amid Iran war
27.03.2026

‘Hours for a liter’: Bangladesh’s fuel shortage deepens amid Iran war

Worsening fuel shortage in capital Dhaka forcing commuters and workers into hours-long queues for just a few liters

Snow avalanche kills 6 on Srinagar-Leh highway in eastern Ladakh
27.03.2026

Snow avalanche kills 6 on Srinagar-Leh highway in eastern Ladakh

Indian authorities warn casualties could rise as some vehicles remain completely buried under snow

Pakistan fuel owners warn of national shutdown amid oil crisis
27.03.2026

Pakistan fuel owners warn of national shutdown amid oil crisis

Fuel sector urges government to address industry concerns amid rising fuel costs

Kyrgyzstan begins printing its own national currency for 1st time in history
27.03.2026

Kyrgyzstan begins printing its own national currency for 1st time in history

President Sadyr Japarov says Kyrgyzstan received international certificate confirming that it meets all necessary standards and requirements for currency production

Chinese ships abort Strait of Hormuz voyage amid Mideast conflict
27.03.2026

Chinese ships abort Strait of Hormuz voyage amid Mideast conflict

Two Cosco vessels turn back after attempting passage