Energy Security & War: The Kremlin accused Ukraine of “terrorist” attacks on international energy infrastructure, citing UAV strikes on Gazprom-linked gas assets tied to Blue Stream/TurkStream and attacks on Caspian tankers. Global Markets: Russia’s diesel export ban is rippling through fuel supplies and prices, with tighter industrial fuel availability and renewed shipping worries after Iran-related tensions. US Policy: Four US senators say they’ve reached agreement with Trump on updated legislation to pressure countries buying Russian energy, potentially enabling new tariffs and sanctions. Grid & Reliability: A resident in Bishkek questioned Kyrgyzstan’s winter blackout assurances, pointing to a long-running electricity deficit and reliance on imports. UK Heat Relief: EDF is offering heatwave “relief packs” (fans, blackout curtains, and vouchers) for vulnerable customers, while SSEN launched free personalized energy advice via partner charities. Clean Power Buildout: Guyana Power and Light held a technical workshop on renewable integration, battery storage, and grid digitalization. Storage in California: Aypa Power proposed a 400MW battery energy storage facility in Chino for planning review. India Energy & Industry: Naveen Jindal announced ₹70,000 crore plans for steel, nuclear, and renewables in Jharkhand, pitching nuclear for round-the-clock power. Nuclear Cooperation: Burkina Faso approved accession to the Vienna nuclear liability convention and deepened Russia ties on civilian nuclear energy planning.