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Russia's Ministry of Digital Development has called on major online platforms to assist in blocking VPNs, with restrictions expected to take effect from April 15 to target users employing VPNs and to develop new methods to circumvent these blocks, according to RBC. VimpelCom CEO Sergey Anokhin cited challenges in isolating international VPN traffic, as reported by Kommersant.

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Gulf states are assessing plans to build new pipelines bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, Financial Times reports.

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Iran’s military advisor to the Supreme Leader Rezai asserts the country is committed to defending its rights and intends to make adversaries regret their actions. Rezai criticizes the US, claiming it underestimates potential consequences of its actions. He emphasizes that the resolution of the conflict depends on the Supreme Leader and the Iranian populace. Rezai also questions the viability of negotiations or a ceasefire under present circumstances. Read more.

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Trump warns Europe to stop weapons supplies to Ukraine unless it joins Hormuz coalition; former U.S. President stresses European participation in strategic alliances, FT reports.

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Russia's consumer inflation CPI report scheduled for release at 19:00 Moscow time.

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Mobarakeh Steel plant in Iran sustains significant damage after attacks, Bloomberg reports.

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Australia's manufacturing sector contraction persisted in March, with the PMI coming in at 49.8, down from 51 in the previous month.

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Key events today include an address by former U.S. President Donald Trump on Iran scheduled for 21:00 ET. Several countries are set to release March Manufacturing PMI data, including Australia, Japan, China, and multiple European nations. In the U.S., ADP Nonfarm Employment Change is due at 15:15 MSK, followed by retail sales figures at 15:30 MSK. The Russian Ministry of Finance will hold OFZ bond auctions. SPB Exchange has imposed trading restrictions on T-Technologies in anticipation of a stock split.

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European airlines may face fuel shortages as aviation fuel reserves could start depleting by May amid Middle East crisis, BBG reports.

White House spokesperson expresses confidence in imminent Iran nuclear deal, citing ongoing serious negotiations with Iran's new leadership.

Poland to hold secret military drill simulating potential conflict with Russia, reports Rzeczpospolita.

EU energy costs rise €14 billion due to Iran conflict; fossil fuel imports tighten as diesel and aviation fuel supplies diminish, with impacts projected to be long-term, according to Energy Commissioner Jorgenson. More details:

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Russia’s National Credit Rating Agency (NCR) has affirmed PJSC Polyus’s credit rating at AAA.ru with a stable outlook.

American astronauts scheduled to launch Artemis II mission to the Moon for first time in 53 years; mission involving three U.S. and one Canadian astronauts, ten-day orbit around the Moon with return to Earth set for April 1 at 6:24 PM ET. Meanwhile, Errol Musk, space technology investor and father of Elon Musk, publicly questioned the authenticity of the 1969 Moon landing. mt в max

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Trump prepared to conclude Middle East conflict by maintaining closure of Strait of Hormuz, WSJ reports. The administration believes efforts to unblock the strait could prolong the war beyond four to six weeks and allow Iran to gain increased control over the passage. U.S. officials intend to pressure allies to advocate for reopening the strait.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Rudenko says Moscow remains prepared for Ukraine negotiations, citing Russian-American agreements in Anchorage; no specific dates have been scheduled.

No trading in India today; minutes from Australia's central bank meeting scheduled for 03:30 MSK; China's PMI data due at 04:30 MSK; UK Q4 2025 GDP report at 09:00 MSK; Eurozone CPI figures at 12:00 MSK; Canada's GDP and US economic indicators—including PMI and consumer confidence—due later; EU energy ministers to discuss Middle East issues; Moscow Exchange halts trading in Lenzoloto shares amid liquidation, details at

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White House reports Trump seeks deal ahead of April 6 deadline; threatens to commence bombing Iran’s electrical infrastructure thereafter. mt в max

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