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- 1Ukraine says it hit six Russian refineries in one weekโSix strategic refineries. Up to 1,600 km behind the front line. One week. This is Ukraine's answer to Russian terror: a
Ukraine's defence ministry announced a week of long-range strikes on Russia's fuel and energy sector, saying six strategic oil refineries were hit, some up to 1,600 kilometres behind the front line. Kyiv described the targeted facilities as key suppliers of fuel to Russia's defence industry and framed the campaign as an answer to continued Russian attacks on Ukraine.
- 2Justice Alito sits out Supreme Court climate case against oil companiesโผUS Supreme Court's Alito won't participate in climate case involving oil companies
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is not taking part in a case involving climate-related claims against major oil companies. His recusal reduces the bench to eight justices for the case, which could affect the outcome if the court splits. The case is being closely watched for its implications for climate litigation against the fossil fuel industry.
- 3Saudi oil scientists helped write key IPCC climate reportsโSaudi oil scientists ended up working on most important climate reports
Saudi Aramco-affiliated scientists have taken part in drafting the IPCC's landmark climate assessment reports, according to a Guardian investigation. The reports are the world's most authoritative scientific assessments of global warming, and critics say the presence of oil industry personnel inside the process raises questions about conflicts of interest, while defenders note participation is open to member-state nominated experts.
- 4CERAWeek draws oil and gas leaders to HoustonโA kind of annual meeting of the # oil and # gas industry. Every year, more than 10,000 people from around 90 countries g
CERAWeek, the annual energy industry gathering in Houston, USA, is under way, bringing together more than 10,000 attendees from around 90 countries. The conference draws chief executives of major corporations alongside government representatives to discuss energy policy, oil and gas markets, and the global energy transition. It is widely regarded as one of the sector's most influential annual meetings.
- 5Trump's price-fixing plans stumble weeks before midtermsโ5 WEEKS to the midterms. Trump's plan to fix prices has failed 3 TIMES. ๐ฅฉ Tariff-free beef โ FARMERS revolt โฝ Diesel exp
With five weeks until the US midterms, critics are highlighting three failed attempts by the Trump administration to bring down prices: tariff-free beef imports that angered farmers, a proposed diesel export ban opposed by the oil industry, and proposed $5,000 checks that even Republicans rejected. Inflation has remained above the Federal Reserve's target since 2021, and economists blame administration policies for the persistence of high prices.
- 6Justice Alito Recuses From Suncor Climate CaseโJustice Alito Recuses From Supreme Court Suncor Climate Case (1)
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from the Suncor climate liability case, according to Bloomberg Law. The case involves claims against oil company Suncor over climate change damages. Without stating a reason, the recusal reduces the Court to eight justices for the matter and follows earlier recusals in similar oil industry climate cases.
- 7Oman's space sector grows 136% to 26 companiesโZAWYA: Oman: Space sector grows 136% to 26 companies
Oman's space sector has expanded by 136%, now comprising 26 companies, according to a Zawya report. The sharp growth points to a rapid build-up of the sultanate's space industry, in line with Gulf states' broader push to diversify their economies beyond oil and develop high-tech sectors, though details on specific companies or projects were not given.
- 8EU considers delaying methane rules as IEA weighs oil stocksโEU eyes methane law delay, IEA to discuss oil stock releases if needed
The European Union is weighing a delay to its methane emissions law, while the International Energy Agency says it stands ready to discuss coordinated releases of oil stockpiles if market conditions require. The twin moves point to growing concern in Brussels and among energy watchdogs about balancing climate commitments with supply security and price pressures currently facing consumers and industry.