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U.S. Secretary of State Rubio: We don't need help on the Iran issue, but if someone offers help, we will accept it.

US Secretary of State Rubio: Iran must abandon its nuclear ambitions.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio: Ukraine is receiving more support than ever before.

US Secretary of State Rubio: Military deployment is not a political decision.

The yield on Italian 2-year government bonds fell further, dropping 9.4 basis points to 2.7865%, the lowest level since May 8.

The yield on German 2-year government bonds fell 8 basis points to 2.6%, the lowest level since May 8.

Market news: Leaders of Italy, Britain, France, and Germany have stated that the Israeli government's policies and practices, including its further consolidation of control in the West Bank, are undermining stability and the prospects for a two-state solution. The E1 settlement development will divide the West Bank in two, a serious violation of international law.

According to Shana, the official website of the Iranian Ministry of Oil, Iran is calling on the public to "optimize" their fuel consumption habits.

The main contract for low-sulfur fuel oil (LU) fell by more than 2.00% during the day, and is currently trading at 4971.00 yuan/ton.

S&P 500 futures extended gains to 0.5%.

White House National Economic Council Director Hassett: Central banks around the world must pay close attention to oil shocks. An oil shock carries the risk of transmission to core inflation.

On May 22, a Xiamen Airlines flight MF877 from Fuzhou to Seoul experienced a mechanical malfunction and returned to Fuzhou after takeoff. An airport staff member revealed that the aircraft experienced engine trouble and exhibited abnormal shaking in the air. Xiamen Airlines staff confirmed the mechanical malfunction and stated that the specific cause is under investigation. Customer service at Fuzhou Changle International Airport stated that the flight has since taken off again.

Futures News, May 22nd: Overall, although gasoline and diesel prices in East China and the Yangtze River Delta region were relatively less affected by supply and demand in January-March, with the surge at the end of the first quarter mainly driven by sudden geopolitical events, under normal circumstances, they are still largely driven by supply and demand. Additionally, the influence of major oil companies' strategic adjustments and inter-regional arbitrage are also major factors affecting prices and even resource flows. However, in April, with the slight easing of the situation in the Middle East and the reduction of domestic supply pressure, the market returned to being dominated by supply and demand. In summary, except for a few special events, supply and demand remain one of the main reference indicators for prices. For swap operations, changes in supply and demand fundamentals, as well as the impact of unexpected factors, present opportunities to speculate on price reversion.

NATO Secretary General Rutte: I cannot discuss the NATO force model in detail because it is highly classified.

U.S. Geological Survey: A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck 165 kilometers east-northeast of Atka, Alaska.

On May 22, Alberta Premier Chris Smith announced plans for a non-binding vote this fall to decide whether Alberta residents want to remain in Canada or proceed with a second legally binding independence referendum. This comes after an Alberta judge rejected a petition from the civic group "Stay Free Alberta" calling for the province to secede from Canada. Smith stated that she personally supports Alberta remaining in Canada, "However, I am deeply disturbed by a wrong court ruling that interfered with the democratic rights of hundreds of thousands of Albertans." The provincial vote, scheduled for October 19, will pose the question to Albertans: "Should Alberta continue as a province of Canada, or should the Alberta government initiate legal proceedings under the Canadian Constitution to hold a legally binding provincial referendum to decide whether it should secede from Canada?" Alberta is Canada's fourth most populous province, with approximately 5 million inhabitants. The province is known for its oil sands resources, with proven reserves equivalent to approximately 158.9 billion barrels of oil, making it the fourth largest oil sands reserve region in the world.

NATO Secretary General Rutte: I have invited Ukrainian President Zelensky to the Ankara Summit, and he will be there.