Sanctions Crackdown at Sea: France, with UK support, boarded the sanctioned Russian-linked tanker Tagor in the Atlantic and ordered it to head for inspection, as Macron said the move targets Moscow’s “shadow fleet” and warns of environmental and safety risks. Oil Prices Under Pressure: Iran suspended indirect talks with the US and threatened to fully seal the Strait of Hormuz, sending crude up sharply and adding to wider Middle East risk that’s rattling European markets. Fuel Costs Watch: The UK competition watchdog said wholesale prices explain most recent pump price rises, but warned weak competition could still leave drivers paying more. Energy Security & Infrastructure: Singapore launched new guidance aimed at protecting underwater cables, highlighting how damage to subsea links can ripple across energy and communications. UK Energy Transition Deals: Drax agreed to buy Bluefield Solar Income Fund in a renewables transaction, adding to its UK solar and wind exposure. Heat Stress on the Grid: England and Wales logged record-breaking spring temperatures, with forecasters warning more heat ahead—raising the stakes for cooling demand and power resilience. Business Turmoil at BP: BP’s gas and low-carbon boss William Lin is leaving after chairman Albert Manifold was abruptly sacked, underscoring ongoing leadership shake-ups.