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A senior Iranian source said that Irans "defense capabilities," including its missile program, are not within the scope of negotiations.On April 20, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jia-kun held a regular press conference. On the afternoon of April 19, 36,000 people in Japan rallied around the Diet building to strongly protest the Takaichi Sanae governments attempt to amend the constitution. Protesters held signs reading "Oppose War," "Dont Violate Article 9 of the Constitution," and "Takaichi Resign," calling for the protection of the pacifist constitution. What is the spokespersons comment on this? Guo Jia-kun responded: "We have also noticed that Japans constitutional amendment movement has aroused increasing doubt and opposition within Japan, among its Asian neighbors, and in the international community." Guo Jia-kun pointed out that Japanese militarism committed atrocities against the people of China and other Asian countries, and also brought profound suffering to the Japanese people. Therefore, the issue of Japanese constitutional amendment concerns the post-war international order and Japans future, and has always received high attention from the international community and its Asian neighbors. However, Japan has so far failed to deeply and thoroughly reflect on its history of aggression, and some forces are even attempting to glorify and whitewash its crimes of aggression, pushing Japan to accelerate its "remilitarization," leading to the rise of a new type of militarism that threatens regional peace and stability. The international community should be highly vigilant about this. "Preventing the resurgence of militarism is Japans due obligation and the firm will of the international community, including China. We urge Japan to learn from history, abide by its international obligations, and adhere to the path of peaceful development," Guo Jiakun said.Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagaei: There are currently no plans for a second round of negotiations with the United States.On April 20th, the Federation of German Industries (FDI) stated on Monday that it expects German industrial performance to stagnate at best in 2026, warning that rising energy costs, supply chain risks, and domestic structural weaknesses are putting pressure on Europes largest economy. The organization lowered its outlook after a weak start to the year, citing new downside risks from the Iranian conflict, including rising energy costs, broader inflationary pressures, and disruptions to shipping and logistics. FDI President Peter Leibinger stated, "German industrial output has declined year after year since 2022. For 2026, we no longer expect a recovery, but rather stagnation." The organization noted that if shipping disruptions continue, German manufacturing could even contract for the fifth consecutive year. Leibinger added that industrial output remains well below previous levels, with capacity utilization only slightly above 78%. He further pointed out that Germanys weakness is primarily structural, citing high labor, tax, bureaucratic, and energy costs as factors that have eroded the countrys competitiveness.Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi: Iran will do its utmost to safeguard its national interests and security.

Oil Quiet As Price Cap Suggestion Assists in Relieving Supply Concerns

Skylar Williams

Nov 25, 2022 14:48

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Benchmark Brent oil declined on Thursday, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude remained unchanged, hovering at two-month lows due to uncertainty about the degree to which a proposed G7 restriction on the price of Russian oil would limit supply.


A larger-than-anticipated rise in gasoline inventories in the United States and an expansion of COVID-19 limitations in China also knocked on oil prices.


At 15.15 p.m. ET (2015 GMT), Brent oil prices decreased 29 cents, or 0.3%, to $85.12 per barrel, while U.S. WTI crude futures decreased 2 cents, to $77.96 per barrel.


Due to the Thanksgiving break in the United States, trade volumes were quite low.


The announcement on Wednesday that the expected price ceiling for Russian oil may surpass the current market level triggered a decrease of about 3 percent for both benchmarks.


European Union nations remained divided over what level to cap Russian oil prices to limit Moscow's ability to pay for its battle in Ukraine without causing a global oil supply shock; if positions converge on Friday, more conversations are possible.


A European official claimed that the G7 is discussing a cap of $65-$70 per barrel for Russian oil transported by sea, but European Union member states have not yet reached an agreement on a price.


A higher price ceiling might encourage Russia to continue selling its oil, decreasing the possibility of a global oil supply shortage.


According to two sources, several Indian refiners are discounting Russian Urals crude by between $25 and $35 per barrel compared to the worldwide benchmark Brent oil. Urals is Russia's principal crude export.


Despite the obstacles, Bart Melek, global head of commodities market strategy at TD Securities, is rather optimistic about oil. "The Russian price ceiling is another aspect that contributed to the current price fall," he stated.


The Energy Information Administration (EIA) said on Wednesday that gasoline and distillate inventories in the United States climbed substantially during the previous week. [EIA/S]


In contrast, oil stockpiles decreased by 3.7 million barrels to 431.7 million barrels in the week ending November 18, despite a Reuters survey predicting a reduction of 1.1 million barrels.


China reported the highest daily number of COVID-19 cases since the outbreak began over three years ago on Wednesday. Local officials intensified measures to remove the breakouts, raising investor anxiety over the economy and demand for fuel.

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