Energy

Global oil prices plunged after a rapid surge as expectations of easing Middle East tensions erased the geopolitical premium, sending WTI and Brent crude sharply lower within 24 hours.

China's renewable energy capacity reached 2.34 terawatts by end-2025, with wind and solar surpassing thermal power, marking a major milestone in the global clean energy transition.

Draft versions of the plan reviewed by EU Dynamics indicate that Europe's steel and copper production can largely meet domestic demand, whereas aluminum and nickel production fall significantly short.