Middle East Energy Shock: A U.S.-Saudi strike on Iran-backed militants in Iraq followed an Iranian “surprise attack” on U.S. forces in Jordan, with Iran also denying involvement; the renewed fighting is keeping oil prices elevated and adding supply-risk pressure tied to the Strait of Hormuz. Sanctions & Energy Markets: The U.S. Senate advanced Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill (86-12), targeting Russia’s energy revenue and shadow fleet, setting up a possible final vote as lawmakers also extend Iran sanctions. U.S. Oil Supply Watch: EIA reported U.S. crude inventories fell 7.2 million barrels to 404.5 million, about 7% below the five-year average, reinforcing the market’s sensitivity to disruptions. Nuclear in Idaho: Idaho’s High Desert is highlighted as a hot spot for a new nuclear push, with small, factory-built reactor designs gaining momentum. Clean Energy Funding: Michigan’s Upper Peninsula received $1.4M in recycling infrastructure grants, while the U.S. backed Morocco’s green ammonia push with a $5.7M feasibility grant. Data Centers & Power Demand: New reporting flags hyperscale data centers driving a steep rise in electricity demand, intensifying the debate over grid capacity and ratepayer impacts.