Oil Deliveries to Czech Republic from Russia Halted

Oil deliveries to the Czech Republic from Russia via the Druhzba pipeline have been halted, but the country has three months of reserves and alternative supply routes. The Czech Republic has shifted away from dependence on Moscow and completed a project to end reliance on Russian oil.

British Army's Capability in a War Similar to Ukraine Conflict

British defence minister warns that the British army would be wiped out in as little as six months if forced to fight a war on the scale of the Ukraine conflict due to high casualties similar to Russia's invasion.

Taliban's Appointment of Sanctioned Official as Central Bank Governor

The Taliban has appointed a U.S. counter-terrorism sanctioned individual as the acting governor of Afghanistan's central bank, a move likely to impact the frozen $7 billion reserves in the U.S. The U.S. has set conditions for releasing the funds, including replacing senior Taliban members with experienced professionals.

Gas Prices and Energy Policy

Former President Trump criticizes President Biden's release of gas reserves, predicts gas prices could soar to $10 a gallon if Biden is reelected. Biden released 1 million barrels of gasoline from a Northeast reserve to reduce prices. Trump claims Biden's actions have led to higher gas prices and criticizes his energy policies.