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U.S. Department of Energy: The Plaquemines LNG project has been approved to export a total of 3.85 billion cubic feet per day of LNG to free trade agreement and non-free trade agreement parties.

U.S. Department of Energy: U.S. Energy Secretary Wright approved a 13% increase in exports from Louisiana's Venture Global LNG terminal.

According to the Wall Street Journal: Aides around President Trump have decided to take a more active role in running the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as polls show his moves on vaccines are unpopular, people familiar with the matter said.

U.S. military official: The war could last for a few more weeks, at least.

Canadian Prime Minister Carney: Canada's military training with NATO allies in Norway will defend our Arctic region and enhance our sovereignty and security.

Iran's Armed Forces Joint Command: Any attack on Iran's oil and energy infrastructure will trigger a counterattack against energy infrastructure owned by oil companies that cooperate with the United States in the region.

Japanese Minister of Economic Revitalization Ryomasa Akasawa: Today and tomorrow, the "Indo-Pacific Energy Security Cabinet and Business Forum" will be held in Tokyo. It is co-sponsored by the governments of Japan and the United States, and invites cabinet ministers and industry leaders from various countries. Bilateral talks also continued one after another. At a time when the situation in the Middle East is tense, cooperation among various countries is particularly important.

1. French President Macron: There is no reason to lift sanctions on Russia. 2. German Chancellor Mertz: Most G7 members oppose relaxing sanctions on Russia. 3. Norwegian Prime Minister: More pressure needs to be exerted on Russia, and the pressure on energy should not be reduced. 4. Ukrainian President Zelensky: The United States requested to postpone the tripartite peace talks originally scheduled to be held next week. 5. The Slovak Prime Minister sent a letter to Ukrainian President Zelensky, asking him to resume the "Friendship" pipeline oil transit transportation. 6. Polish Defense Minister: The drone discovered in western Poland on Thursday is likely to be one of the Russian drones that invaded Polish airspace in September 2025. 7. Kremlin: There is a risk of escalation in the global energy crisis; a new round of Ukraine peace negotiations is still expected to be held, but there are currently no specific details. 8. Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said that he had discussed the Iran issue and the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov.

US-Israel-Iran Conflict: ① Iran 1. Israel claims to have struck 150 Iranian targets on Friday. 2. Iran launches the 47th round of Operation True Commitment-4. 3. A massive explosion occurs near a rally in Tehran that day. 4. Iran's ambassador to the UN: Iran "will not close the Strait of Hormuz." 5. Iranian military intelligence claims to have struck two groups inciting public opinion. 6. Iran expands its strikes against Israeli targets, covering multiple locations from north to south. 7. Sources: Iran has agreed to allow two Indian government liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. ②The United States 1. Trump reportedly boasted at the G7 meeting that Iran was "about to surrender." 2. Trump: US military will soon escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. 3. All six crew members of the US KC-135 aerial refueling tanker have been confirmed dead in the crash. 4. US officials say 13 US military personnel have died in military operations against Iran. 5. US General Kane: Iran still has the capability to harm friendly forces and merchant ships. The US military will continue to target Iran's mine-laying capabilities. 6. The US State Department is offering a reward of up to $10 million for credible information about a senior leader of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. 7. Trump: Acquiring Iranian uranium and seizing Kharg Island are not priorities. Putin may provide "slight" assistance to Iran. 8. It is reported that the US Department of Defense is deploying additional Marines and warships to the Middle East. US officials revealed that approximately 5,000 Marines and sailors have been deployed to the Middle East. 9. US Defense Secretary Hergsays: The Strait of Hormuz is open to traffic, but Iran is still firing on ships. Iran's Supreme Leader has been injured and is likely disfigured. 10. Trump: US military bombs Kharg Island, Iran's oil export hub; US and Israel have different goals for ending the war; military operations in Iran will continue as long as necessary. ③ Israel 1. Israeli security official: Iran still has 150 missile launch platforms and will continue strikes. 2. Israeli Air Force: More than 90 Israeli fighter jets used approximately 200 rounds of ammunition to strike Iranian targets. 3. Israeli military claims to have killed two senior Hezbollah commanders. ④ Others 1. Turkish minister confirms Turkish ships are permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. 2. German Chancellor Merz: There is no reason to consider military protection for sea lanes. 3. UK Maritime Trade Centre: A ship was attacked and caught fire near the Strait of Hormuz. 4. The UAE stated that it was attacked by 7 missiles and 27 drones on Friday. 5. Security sources said drones attacked the Ranaz oil refinery west of Erbil, Iraq. 6. It is estimated that the war in Iran has resulted in more than 2,000 deaths, including civilians and soldiers. 7. British media reported that some European countries are consulting with Iran to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, but Italy denied this. 8. NATO intercepts a third Iranian missile in Turkish airspace; Turkish President Erdogan says he refuses to be drawn into the war. 1. Lebanon claims Israel airdropped leaflets in Beirut recruiting agents. 2. Lebanese Ministry of Health: Since March 2, Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed 773 people. 3. Hezbollah leader: We are prepared for a long-term confrontation; the enemy will be surprised on the battlefield.

U.S. Trade Representative Greer signed the U.S.-Eritrea Reciprocal Trade Agreement.

US President Trump: Iran had planned to take over the entire Middle East and completely eliminate Israel. Like Iran itself, these plans are now dead!

Venezuela's acting President Rodriguez called on the United States to lift sanctions on Venezuela after a productive meeting with Colombian officials.

South Korea Prime Minister: U.S. Trade Representative Greer said South Korea is not necessarily the target of an investigation under Section 301 of the trade law.

US President Trump: (on naval escort in the Strait of Hormuz) It will happen soon.

US President Trump: The United States and Israel may have slightly different goals on Iran.

According to the Wall Street Journal: Five U.S. Air Force tanker aircraft were attacked and damaged on the tarmac of Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.

Market news: Venezuelan officials are negotiating the extradition of detained Maduro ally Alex Saab to the United States.

Market News: Qatari authorities also evacuated parts of Doha Education City, which houses the branch campuses of six American universities, early Saturday morning, witnesses said.

FAA: Ground grounding orders at three major airports in the Washington area have been lifted.

Fitch affirmed Spain's rating as "A" with a stable outlook; Italy's rating as "BBB+" with a stable outlook; and Qatar's rating as "AA" with a stable outlook.