Nepal’s President Ramchandra Paudel dissolved the House of Representatives, acting on the recommendation of newly appointed interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki, and scheduled fresh parliamentary elections for March 21, 2026.

The killing of Kirk Wednesday, while speaking at Utah Valley University, highlighted the extreme levels of gun violence in the United States.

Despite Western pressure and potential sanctions, India and China’s demand for Russian crude oil remains strong, according to Vortexa. Russian crude maintains a significant, price-competitive presence in these markets.