Amid global political shifts, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to exit the NATO alliance, as tensions with Iran intensify, directly impacting global oil supplies. The International Energy Agency warns that oil supplies are taking a significant hit, urging diplomatic resolutions. Meanwhile, Trump remains non-committal about immediate solutions.
In other international developments, Hungary’s center-right Tisza party has gained a lead in pre-election polls, challenging Viktor Orban’s Fidesz party, suggesting potential changes in leadership. In Brazil, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro’s growing public support grants him more time to select an economic team, despite increasing competition ahead of upcoming elections.
In the Middle East, tensions continue with Israeli legislative changes affecting Palestinian prisoners, and an attack in Syria likely from Israeli forces. Concurrently, Bahrain seeks to protect shipping routes in the Gulf, and King Charles is scheduled to address the U.S. Congress, emphasizing diplomatic engagement.
(With inputs from agencies.)
