Strategic Oil Release: The IEA says member countries have released 325 million barrels from strategic reserves, while G7 leaders agreed to add up to 100 million barrels of crude and diesel (with a big diesel push in the first 20 days) to cool prices amid supply fears. EU Gas Security: Gazprom’s CEO warns Europe is entering autumn-winter with record-low gas storage, with EU facilities about 72% full and working gas down sharply year-on-year. Ukraine Energy Retaliation: Zelensky says Ukraine will step up strikes on Russian oil refineries after Moscow’s “new doctrine” targets Ukrainian civilian areas. Grid Disruption: Dominion reports about 20,000 customers without power in Hampton Roads after rain reactivated salt contamination on equipment. LPG Supply Crunch: Bangladesh’s power minister meets LPG importers over shortages and alleged overcharging, as consumers report major price hikes. Renewables & Storage Moves: ROX Capital launches a UAE-Oman energy storage platform targeting battery and long-duration options. Nuclear Debate: A New England forum highlights advanced reactors and fusion, but notes real-world delays and hurdles. Energy Economics Watch: A report argues fossil gas can trap developing countries in debt and volatility, using Pakistan’s LNG cycle as a key example.