The Trump administration has allowed a sanctions waiver permitting countries like India to buy Russian oil to expire, following pressure from US senators who argue it funds Russia's war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, an unexploded projectile was found in Romania, highlighting security concerns as NATO nations call for enhanced air defenses against Russian threats.

• 01The sanctions waiver lapse follows a month-long extension aimed at alleviating oil supply issues caused by geopolitical tensions.
• 02Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Elizabeth Warren voiced concerns that the waiver was financially benefiting Russia without reducing fuel costs for US consumers.
• 03An unexploded projectile was discovered in Romania's Tulcea county, near its border with Ukraine, raising alarms about security risks from the ongoing conflict.
• 04Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics nominated Andris Kulbergs as the new prime minister after the previous leader resigned due to security lapses involving Ukrainian drones.
• 05NATO leaders emphasized the need for stronger air defenses in response to repeated violations of airspace by Russian drones.

The expiration of the sanctions waiver may lead to higher oil prices in countries that relied on Russian oil, affecting consumers and economies reliant on these imports.