Gold prices fell to a two-week low as tensions in the Middle East eased and investors waited for economic data from the United States that could affect interest rates.
Russia's missile attack on Ukraine's Pivdennyi seaport has damaged Singapore's port facilities, Zelenskyy says in his address to the Ukraine-NATO meeting.
In the north of Indonesia, the Ruang volcano began to erupt, and more than 11,000 people were evacuated.
Four tankers carrying Russian oil and oil products are stuck at sea after the US imposed new sanctions on Iran, indicating increased cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, as well as Western efforts to cut off their revenues.
Oil prices fell due to an increase in US crude oil inventories and expectations of possible inaction by OPEC+ in its production policy, which led to profit-taking after a strong rally in mid-March.
Chinese Ambassador to the EU Fu Kong is leaving Brussels for a new post at the UN in New York after less than 18 months, amid deteriorating relations between China and the EU over issues such as the war in Ukraine and alleged unfair Chinese subsidies.
South Korea is investigating the origin of imported oil, including russian supplies, due to concerns about possible relabeling.
In a referendum initiated by trade unions, Switzerland voted in favor of a 13th supplemental pension and rejected raising the retirement age.
Western defense companies are seizing the opportunity to win Asian customers, as russia is not participating in Asia's largest air show in Singapore due to sanctions.
Researchers have developed a smart hat that can guide visually impaired users by detecting a red or green traffic light using an optoelectronic sensor.