⚖️ Russian court case: Moskovich is appealing in cassation for the return of the controlling stake in RUSAGRO. Details are available in materials provided to RIA Novosti.

🛢 Oil inventory report shows US crude oil reserves decreased by 4.931 million barrels, compared to an expected drop of 1.3 million and previous decline of 11.12 million barrels. (source: API).

🚨 The European Commission plans to include new sanctions against Russian oil in the 2022 package, according to Kalas. The move aims to tighten economic measures amid ongoing tensions over energy supplies. Details are yet to be finalized. More info here.

🌍 Today's Calendar - October 21, 2026.
UK CPI inflation data at 09:00, Bank of England Governor Bailey speaks at 16:00.
US EIA oil reserves at 17:30, Russia CPI at 19:00, ECB President Lagarde also at 19:00.
Mishustin to meet China PM Li in St. Petersburg to discuss gas.
Expected Putin-Witkoff, Kushner talks on Ukraine.
Russia's Ministry of Finance auctions OFZ bonds (#26253, #26235).
Solana's major Alpenglow update at ~14:50 UTC.
US earnings reports from Thermo Fisher, AT&T, CME Group, Phillip Morris, Abbot, Meta, Texas Instruments, Lam Research, SAP, Tesla, Las Vegas Sands, IBM, Southwest Airlines, QuantumScape.

🌎 Global markets reacted to economic uncertainties, with stocks fluctuating amid concerns over inflation and interest rates. Investors remain cautious as macroeconomic data suggests potential shifts in monetary policy. For detailed updates, visit https://example.com/markets. Market volatility persists as traders analyze upcoming economic reports.

🌎 The USDCNY exchange rate stands at 6.68, while USDTRUB is at 86. The yuan remains stable against the dollar, reflecting ongoing currency market movements. No further details provided.

🇺🇸 Countries including the US, Ukraine, and Europe have developed a coordinated stance on dialogue with Russia, according to Axios. Negotiations were productive, with Ukraine presenting new ideas. The White House hopes Putin will be more open to compromise after Trump agreed to lift sanctions on Russian diesel companies.

🌍 Former President Donald Trump aims to hold a trilateral summit with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, reminiscent of the 1945 Yalta Conference, potentially shaping new global influence zones. Trump seeks major agreements with Russia and China, with recent easing of U.S. sanctions on Russian oil and diesel hinting at broader negotiations. More details are in the WSJ opinion article.

🚨 Israel and the US do not plan to attack Iran before the congressional midterms, according to White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly in an interview with Al Jazeera. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi reiterated that the US must accept Iran's conditions to open the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian President Pesezhian called on the US to lift sanctions and threats for negotiations to continue. US military readiness in the region is expected by the end of November.

🇺🇸 Elon Musk, reportedly in agreement with Trump, limited Starlink's operations in Ukraine, which could harm him politically. Democrats plan to investigate if he wins upcoming midterm elections (POLITICO). Musk unilaterally restricted Ukraine's access to Starshield; Trump did not order this (WSJ). Rubio declined to comment.

🎯 Rubio reports that Whitkoof is heading to Saint Petersburg. Kushner will participate remotely due to the flu. Rubio states the meeting with Zelensky was constructive. More details at the link.

🚨 Experts observe that Witkoff is again bringing conditions to St. Petersburg that are not entirely acceptable to Moscow regarding Ukraine. The agenda includes the release of American citizen Hubbard and possibly other undisclosed agreements. Previously, Trump stated Witkoff and Kushner will no longer attend meetings without clear reasons. Link

🚨 The United States has again urged Ukraine to cease attacks on Russian oil refineries, according to AXIOS. The call comes amid ongoing tensions amid geopolitical conflicts.

🛢🇷🇺🇨🇳 Today, Mishustin will hold talks with Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang in Saint Petersburg. A key topic will be gas, highlighting ongoing energy discussions between Russia and China. For more details, visit gov.ru.

🚨 The Central Bank of Russia is expected to keep the interest rate at 14% during the October 23 meeting, according to analysts and TASS poll. Persistent inflation, secondary effects from fuel and tariff hikes, and an anticipated budget boost at year's end are seen as reasons preventing rate reduction. TASS reports.

🛡️ Russian companies faced cyberattacks 2.5 times more frequently in Q3 2026, according to Izvestia. The rise highlights increasing cybersecurity threats in Russia.

🇺🇸 Trump has promised to take a firm stand against protests in the US to prevent a situation similar to what occurred in France. He emphasized the need for strong action to maintain order and stability. More details can be found on BBC News.

🚀 The Pentagon will allocate $1.5 billion for the production of advanced microchips in North Carolina, according to Trump. This move aims to boost U.S. semiconductor capabilities amid global supply chain concerns.

🚨 Israel's Netanyahu planned a large-scale attack on Iran for October 10, but former President Trump blocked it, fearing a revival of war before the US midterm elections on November 3. The operation aimed to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, power plants, and infrastructure, according to the Financial Times (FT).

🌍 Europe plans to request additional funding from Canada and Britain for Ukraine, according to POLITICO. The move highlights ongoing international support as Ukraine faces geopolitical challenges. Details on the funding amounts or timelines have not been disclosed.