RH 3.3.26 | Russia: Iran Strikes, Oil Surge, Ukraine Gains & Shadow Fleet Hits

👉 Subscribe to The Restricted Handling Podcast  https://www.restrictedhandling.com/  In today's episode of The Restricted Handling Podcast, we're diving into some of the most intense geopolitical shifts happening right now. From Russia's response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East to Ukraine's ongoing fight for territory and Europe's bold moves against Russia's shadow fleet, this episode is packed with key updates you won't want to miss.  We kick things off with Russia's surprisingly low-key reaction to the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes that decapitated Iran's leadership, including the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Russia sent some strong words condemning the strike, but there was no real support for Iran. Could this be the end of Russia's "strategic partnership" with Tehran? Tune in as we break down the awkward diplomatic dance between Moscow and Tehran after the deadly blow to Iran's leadership.  Then, we're heading to the oil markets, where Iranian threats to the Strait of Hormuz are sending global prices sky-high. With Russia's economy already hanging by a thread, the surge in oil prices could provide some much-needed relief—if only temporarily. But don't expect Russia to be popping champagne just yet. The chaos in the Gulf, while boosting prices, is also increasing instability, and Russia can't afford to look like it's too happy about that.  Next, we've got some updates from Ukraine. Zelenskyy's peace talks with Russia are still up in the air due to the Middle East situation. But Russia's recent comments indicate they might be open to post-war security guarantees. Could this be a sign that Moscow is ready to negotiate? Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces are making significant territorial gains, with strategic drone strikes hitting key Russian infrastructure, including the vital Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk.  And the drama doesn't stop there. The EU is getting more aggressive with Russia's shadow fleet, with France and Belgium working together to seize a sanctioned Russian tanker in the North Sea. This is a major blow to Russia's efforts to dodge sanctions and keep oil flowing through the backdoor. Europe's not messing around, and it's about time.  Finally, we wrap up with Russia's internal security chaos. The FSB has been busy taking down more than 200 individuals linked to Ukrainian sabotage efforts. With the domestic pressure mounting and more threats on the horizon, Russia's internal instability is only adding fuel to the fire.  Get ready for a packed episode as we cover everything from high-stakes diplomacy to military maneuvers and economic turbulence.  👉 Subscribe to The Restricted Handling Podcast  https://www.restrictedhandling.com/    Get the daily intelligence brief Ryan and Glenn read covering Russia, China, Iran, North Korea, the Middle East, geopolitics, sanctions, military and intel operations. Save a few hours of your time getting ahead of the news cycle at restrictedhandling.com.