Belarusian opposition activist Siarhei Tsikhanouski was released after five years behind bars.
Washington's support for Kyiv, already in doubt under President Trump, is set to decline further, analysts say.
The Norwegian Refugee Council says the 'deliberate denial of energy access' undermines human needs in Gaza.
Iran may close the vital maritime route, through which one-fifth of the world’s oil supply is shipped every day.