Global Update Preview: First Fully Loaded L.N.G. Tanker Since War Began Appears to Have Crossed the Strait
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April 28, 2026, 2:08 p.m. Eastern time

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A person's hand points at a digital map of the Persian Gulf region. The map shows labeled shipping paths over blue water, alongside land areas.

First Fully Loaded L.N.G. Tanker Since War Began Appears to Have Crossed the Strait

Liquefied natural gas transit has been effectively halted. A ship managed by Abu Dhabi’s state oil company managed to cross, said Kpler, a maritime data firm.

Places mentioned: India

Two camouflage trucks carrying people with guns travel on a dusty street past a light brown building. An orange barrel is in the foreground.

Mali Rebels Deal Major Blow to Junta and Russian Mercenaries

Coordinated attacks signified a major escalation of insurgent violence in a region of West Africa where military leaders had seized power and warmed to Moscow in recent years.

Places mentioned: West Africa

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