Middle East Oil Flows: Data from Vortexa and Kpler says Strait of Hormuz shipments are rebounding, with all oil products running at roughly 65%-70% of pre-war levels, helped by “shuttle fleet” tankers and more Saudi exports—though Iran’s blockade threats still hang over prices. EU Energy Costs: EU energy ministers said the Iran-war fallout has already cost consumers over €100B in extra import spending, pushing calls for faster fossil-to-electricity shifts and more grid buildout. Oil Price Volatility & Markets: Oil softened in one session as supply worries eased, but Brent still hovered near $107; investors also weighed higher bond yields and inflation risk. Fuel Prices on the Ground: In the US, GasBuddy snapshots show patchy but generally elevated prices (e.g., midgrade in Randolph County at $4.14; diesel in Highland County at $6.29), while Georgia’s gas tax suspension begins amid $4+ gasoline. Renewables Safety Rules: CFA opened public consultation on updated renewable energy design guidelines aimed at reducing bushfire and fire risks for solar, wind and battery sites. Nuclear & Uranium: Helical Fusion says it will start power-on tests at its helical pilot reactor in 2027; meanwhile Uranium Energy shares jumped after locking in a $93.13/lb realized uranium price. Grid vs Gas for Data Centers: UK data-center growth is colliding with long grid connection queues, driving some developers to build gas generation instead. Africa Refining Push: Aliko Dangote says Africa could be largely self-sufficient in refined fuel by 2030 as he prepares to break ground on a $16B Kenya refinery.