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Washington Examiner

Energy Update: Geothermal Bill Vote, California Plastic Law Compliance, and Developments in Russia

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins today with predictions of a below-normal season. Congress is set to vote on a bipartisan geothermal energy bill, while California's new plastic regulations come into effect. Oil prices have risen amid tensions in the Middle East, and BP faces leadership changes. EU climate officials express concerns over the effectiveness of international climate summits, and Russia enforces a ban on aviation fuel exports.

Deutsche Welle

Putin announces debt relief for new military recruits

President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree that provides debt relief for new military recruits in the Ukraine conflict, canceling debts up to 10 million rubles. A separate law is also anticipated to permit the deployment of Russian armed forces for the protection of citizens outside the country.