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Documents show that Intel (INTC.O) plans to invest an additional $15 million in artificial intelligence chip startup Sambanova Systems.

On April 2nd, French Navy Chief of Staff Nicolas Vaujorel stated on April 1st that France is working to convene multiple countries "at the political level" to discuss how to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in a "sustainable manner." Speaking at the "War and Peace" forum in Paris, Vaujorel indicated that in addition to the political aspect, this action will also monitor the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz "at the military level." French Defense Minister Delegate Alice Rufus stated at the forum that NATO's role is not suitable for conducting military operations in the Strait of Hormuz. According to British sources on April 1st, after NATO allies refused to help in the fight against Iran, US President Trump is "seriously considering" withdrawing the US from NATO.

New Zealand's Deputy Minister of Energy: An agreement will be signed to support an additional 90 million liters of diesel reserves at Cape Marsden in the Northland region.

NASA has resolved issues related to the International Space Station's batteries and flight termination system, and the mission has been cleared for launch.

Conflict Situation: 1. According to RIA Novosti: The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that Russian troops have taken control of the entire Luhansk region. 2. Ukrainian Air Force: Russia launched more than 360 drones in a rare daytime attack. 3. Russian Ministry of Defense: Russian troops have taken control of Verkhnya Pysarivka and Boikove in eastern Ukraine. 4. Governor of Zakalpat Oblast in western Ukraine: Russian drones attacked key infrastructure in the two regions. Other Situations: 1. Russia rejected Ukraine's Easter ceasefire proposal, calling it a "public relations stunt." 2. The European Commission has made some preparations for a €90 billion loan to Ukraine. 3. Ukrainian Ministry of Defense: Ukraine's air defense effectiveness has improved by 9.7% in the past four months. 4. Ukrainian President Zelensky: Ukraine's drone interception system in the Middle East has "shown results." 5. Market News: The EU will use €1.4 billion of frozen proceeds from Russian assets for Ukraine.

NASA has confirmed that battery overheating will not affect today's launch mission.

A senior Iranian source said that negotiations on a temporary ceasefire have not yet taken place through any intermediary.

A senior Iranian source said that on Tuesday, the intermediary contacted Iran and the two sides discussed continuing to advance the diplomatic process.

April 2nd - According to the New York Times, US officials revealed that multiple US intelligence agencies recently assessed that the Iranian government is currently unwilling to engage in substantive negotiations to end the US-Israel war. Officials stated that the assessment suggests the Iranian government believes it is in a dominant position during the war and is not obligated to comply with US diplomatic demands. They said that although Iran is willing to maintain open communication channels, the country distrusts the US and believes President Trump is not genuinely interested in negotiations. In the past year, Trump has twice ordered attacks on Iran while negotiating its nuclear program. These assessments are consistent with recent statements from Iranian officials. US and Iranian officials stated that the two countries are exchanging information through intermediary countries and perhaps directly, but have not negotiated the conditions for a ceasefire or an end to the war.

NASA: The launch team is working on the battery issue.

According to the New York Times, several U.S. intelligence agencies recently assessed that the Iranian government is currently unwilling to engage in substantive negotiations to end the war. U.S. intelligence officials stated that Iran believes Trump lacks sincerity in negotiations.

Shipping data shows that Venezuelan trading companies' daily oil exports rose to over 600,000 barrels in March. More oil shipments destined for India and the Caribbean for storage are driving up exports.

Shipping data shows that Chevron's (CVX.N) oil exports to Venezuela rose to approximately 267,000 barrels per day in March.

Shipping data shows that Venezuela's crude oil exports exceeded 1 million barrels per day in March, the first time since September last year.

Market news: U.S. auto industry organizations are calling for the repeal of the federal fuel tax and its replacement with a vehicle usage fee, which would be used to fund road maintenance.

Iraq's State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO) has signed an agreement to export 50,000 barrels per day of Basra medium crude oil to the Mediterranean and Europe via Syria.

April 2 - Al Jazeera reports that the Iraqi Oil Ministry has begun exporting oil via tankers through Syria to "support the national economy." In a statement, the ministry said it is cooperating with the Syrian government to "ensure the safe delivery of oil to export terminals," and emphasized that the export operation will be gradually expanded to increase export volume and support the Iraqi economy.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 224.35 points, or 0.48%, to close at 46,565.86 on Wednesday, April 1; the S&P 500 rose 46.84 points, or 0.72%, to close at 6,575.36; and the Nasdaq Composite rose 250.32 points, or 1.16%, to close at 21,840.95.