in this episode we highlights escalating global tensions across multiple regions, including military actions between India and Pakistan and intensified conflict in the Middle East, while also noting a brief ceasefire attempt in Ukraine and upcoming nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S. It also touches on persistent trade disagreements between China and the U.S. and OPEC+'s decision to increase oil output. Finally, the text details fluctuating bitumen prices globally, mentioning factors such as sanctions, currency devaluation, and disruptions from incidents like the fire at Bandar Abbas port.