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U.S. Vice President Vance stated that the U.S.-Iran conflict has entered the "mid-game," and Iran has put forward six conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. Vice President Vance stated in an interview with Fox News on August 8 that the U.S.-Iran conflict has entered its "mid-game," and that the U.S. is employing a comprehensive approach involving dip
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US Vice President JD Vance claims Washington has 'destroyed' Iran's nuclear programme and degraded its military.
US Vice President JD Vance claims Washington has 'destroyed' Iran's nuclear programme and degraded its military.
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The Strait of Hormuz disruption continues for several months, the global aviation industry faces a severe fuel shortage, and Europe is expected to have a Q3 deficit of nearly 600,000 barrels/day.
Global aviation fuel supplies face severe shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz for several months, caused by the war between the US and Israel against Iran. Europe is particularly hard
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Iranian President Pezeshkian says now is the best time for an agreement, as Iran is 'strong and united and seen as victorious in war'.
Iranian President Pezeshkian says now is the best time for an agreement, as Iran is 'strong and united and seen as victorious in war'.
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Donald Trump once predicted that a war with Iran would cause the stock market to drop by 20%-25%, and analysis suggests his prediction could still come true.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated in May of this year, when discussing a war with Iran, that he had expected the stock market to fall by 20%-25% due to the war. Although the Dow Jones Industri
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UAE's ADNOC vessel targeted by missile in Strait of Hormuz; Iran states waterway will only reopen if U.S. accepts its conditions
Abu Dhabi's National Oil Company (ADNOC) reported that one of its vessels was targeted by a missile in the early hours of Saturday while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The incident resulted in no in
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Saudi Intelligence Chief Meets Iraqi PM, Renews Riyadh Visit Invitation
Saudi intelligence chief Khalid bin Ali Al Humaidan met Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi in Baghdad, renewing an invitation for al-Zaidi to visit Riyadh. The meeting aimed to resolve strained ties af
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The US Senate passed a bill on sanctions against Russia, aimed at punishing Russian oil purchasers and sanctioning Russian leaders.
The bill passed with bipartisan support, 86 votes to 11, and has now been sent to the House of Representatives. The bill, titled the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026," would
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U.S. Treasury sanctions two crypto exchanges, Shelbit and Aban Tether, for allegedly helping Iran move money and fund IRGC
The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions against Shelbit Exchange and Iran-based Aban Tether, along with associated individuals and companies. The Tre
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Citi raises Q3 2026 Brent crude oil forecast to $80 a barrel, citing slow US-Iran negotiations
Citi increased its Q3 2026 Brent crude outlook from $75 to $80 a barrel, attributing the adjustment to the protracted US-Iran negotiations. The bank maintains confidence that a deal will eventually be
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Iran's Parliament is reviewing a bill to permanently ban US, Israeli and other hostile vessels from the Strait of Hormuz
The move comes amidst conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran, with US President Trump claiming a final deal is 'close' while Iranian officials seek to escalate the blockade. The bill is report
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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi Says Gulf Security Must Be Ensured by Regional Countries, Without Foreign Intervention
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi Says Gulf Security Must Be Ensured by Regional Countries, Without Foreign Intervention
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Iran's oil exports have stalled, and Kharg Island lies idle under the U.S. naval blockade.
Iran's oil exports have stalled, and Kharg Island lies idle under the U.S. naval blockade.
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Al Jazeera analysis suggests Iran's control over Hormuz Strait is a potent but time-limited weapon, with vessel traffic down 96% in early August
A recent analysis by Al Jazeera highlights that Iran has leveraged its ability to restrict commercial passage through the Strait of Hormuz as a significant economic weapon. IMF PortWatch data indicate
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US Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Opening Bell, Fueled by Trump's Comments on Iran-Oman Negotiations and Anticipation of Jobs Data
US stock futures advanced before the opening bell on Friday after President Donald Trump stated that negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz were "moving along." Markets also
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University of Chicago Professor Robert Pape states US President Trump is caught in an 'escalation trap' with Iran, facing choices of surrender or further escalation for a potential symbolic
University of Chicago Professor Robert Pape states US President Trump is caught in an 'escalation trap' with Iran, facing choices of surrender or further escalation for a potential symbolic victory ah
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Pacific Basin CEO: Shipping Faces Transformation After Iran Conflict
Pacific Basin chief executive Martin Fruergaard said the company was ready for further business disruptions that may emerge later this year, backed by its 25 ships and strategic flexibility.
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Asian Stocks Set to Slip on Iran Concerns, Oil Climbs
Asian stocks are poised to edge lower on Friday as a resurgence in geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning Iran, has jolted global markets. This has led to a decline in equities and bonds, whil
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Trump says he doesn't think Iran can go much longer
Trump says he doesn't think Iran can go much longer
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf criticized U.S. tactics as "theater diplomacy" and a "failed strategy"
Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that "theater diplomacy" will not work, criticizing U.S. tactics. He described the U.S. approach as using "bullying + broken promises + fake news as leverage
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Trump is expected to hold a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss Iran, according to U.S. officials.
Trump is expected to hold a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss Iran, according to U.S. officials. Saudi Arabia has played a key role in efforts to de-escalate Gulf tensi
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Experts question Netanyahu's strategy, believing Israel's war against Iran is a strategic failure, or that it will confront Iran alone.
Al Jazeera reported that experts are questioning Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's strategy, considering Israel's war with Iran a strategic failure with implications for the global economy. Netanyahu
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USD/JPY rose 0.41% to 158.41, with markets focused on progress in the Iran deal and the US non-farm payrolls report.
USD/JPY rose on Thursday, trading at 158.41, marking its third consecutive day of gains after falling to a 13-week low of 155.20 on Monday. Markets are closely watching details of a proposed agreement
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Donald Trump dismisses reports questioning Defense Secretary Hegseth as "totally false" and reiterates full confidence in him
Donald Trump praised Hegseth's leadership, crediting him with success in strengthening military recruitment, eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and recent US actions in Ve
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Chinese tech giant Huawei faces landmark criminal trial in the US, accused of theft, fraud, and sanctions violations.
U.S. prosecutors in Brooklyn federal court depicted Huawei as a "criminal enterprise," accusing it of stealing technology from American companies, defrauding banks, and circumventing sanctions against
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Iran warns of potential new attacks by the US, threatening continued retaliation.
Iran stated it has obtained intelligence indicating the U.S. and its allies are preparing a major new attack, Reuters reported. Tehran's military command warned that any strike would trigger sustained
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Qatar Airways CEO Says Iran War Was Its ‘Largest Crisis’ Ever
Qatar Airways CEO Hamad Al-Khater stated that the ongoing conflict in Iran has proven to be the biggest test for the airline in its more than 30 years of operation, and the company has taken measures
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Iran pushes for mass civilian mobilization, IRGC says over 600,000 registered this week
Iranian authorities are promoting a large-scale mobilization campaign called "Janfada" (meaning "devotee"), aimed at training and arming civilian volunteers as part of the Basij militia under the Isla
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The U.S. State Department urges citizens to reconsider travel to the Middle East, and the Iranian Parliament Speaker reiterates that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.
The U.S. State Department issued a warning Saturday night, urging American citizens to reconsider travel to the Middle East, citing the potential for rapid escalation of the conflict with Iran. This f
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US companies, especially manufacturers and retailers, are being squeezed by tariffs, soaring fuel costs from Iran war, and rising interest rates
American companies, particularly those in manufacturing, auto supply, retail, and transportation, are facing a triple squeeze. Tariffs under Trump's trade policies are increasing raw material costs, t
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Iran's security chief says conditions for ending war with US, including lifting naval blockade and unfreezing funds, sent to Washington via Qatar; awaits Trump's response
Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, told Al Jazeera in an exclusive interview on Saturday that Tehran has conveyed a formal set of conditions to Washington through Qa
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Iran's Top Security Official Says Qatar Has Conveyed Tehran's Conditions to Washington to End War, Awaiting Trump Response - Al Jazeera Interview
Iran's Top Security Official Says Qatar Has Conveyed Tehran's Conditions to Washington to End War, Awaiting Trump Response - Al Jazeera Interview
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Iran's top security official stated that Tehran hopes the war between Saudi Arabia and Yemen will end.
Iran's top security official stated that Tehran hopes the war between Saudi Arabia and Yemen will end.
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Pakistan urges Iran to protect energy supplies and shipping, as high-ranking officials from both countries are set to meet.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of uninterrupted energy supplies and the sa
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Iran's car market prices surge 40-130% since February, with officials calling it a 'mafia system', highlighting cost-of-living crisis
Domestic car prices in Iran have mostly risen 40% to 80% since the start of the war in February, with some vehicles selling for over 130% of their September 2025 costs. This makes even locally made ca
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Brent crude oil surged to $132 this week after the Saudi East-West Pipeline was attacked and shut down, forcing Saudi Arabia to rely on high-cost "relay oil transportation" via the Strait of Hormuz.
A drone launched from Iraq by Iranian-backed militants recently struck Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, forcing its shutdown, the Wall Street Journal reported. The pipeline, previously a critica
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MarketWatch Analysis: Oil Prices and Energy Stocks Would Be Hit by a Sudden End to Iran War, But Company Insiders Are Still Buying
MarketWatch analysis suggests that despite a sudden end to the Iran war potentially leading to a drop in oil prices and energy stocks, company insiders are still buying these related stocks, indicatin
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Turkey Revokes Operating License of Iran's Bank Mellat Istanbul Branch
Turkey's banking regulator (BDDK) announced in the Official Gazette on Saturday that it has revoked the operating license of Iran's Bank Mellat Istanbul branch. The agency stated that this move was ma
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Al Jazeera: The U.S. Department of Defense is considering withdrawing one-third of its troops from Europe after allies refused to provide bases for operations against Iran.
The U.S. Department of Defense is considering a proposal to withdraw approximately one-third of its troops (around 22,000 soldiers) from Europe, primarily affecting garrisons in Germany, Italy, and Sp
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Trump extends sanctions on Iran, Sanaa residents take to streets in support of Houthis.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has extended sanctions against Iran. Meanwhile, thousands of Houthi supporters demonstrated in the streets of Sanaa.
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U.S. President signs H.R. 5334 bill, expanding sanctions on Russia and extending sanctions on Iran.
On Friday, September 18, the President of the United States signed H.R. 5334, the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanction Russia and Iran Act of 2026." This bill authorizes and expands statutory sanctions, tariff
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US Pentagon: Military operations against Iran have cost $43.6 billion, excluding losses to Middle East bases.
The Pentagon has informed Congress that as of September 3, 2026, the U.S. has spent $43.6 billion on military operations against Iran, Bloomberg reported. This includes approximately $11.2 billion in
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Trump: Iran war will end soon
Trump: Iran war will end soon
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Iran holds massive government-organized rallies, with hundreds of thousands vowing to sacrifice for the nation, and the president stating the aim is to send a message of unity to the US and Israel.
According to Al Jazeera, approximately 313,000 volunteers gathered in central Tehran for an event aimed at highlighting "self-sacrifice for Iran," where the Iranian government showcased weapons such a
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Al Jazeera Analysis: Iran's Pressure in the Middle East Strains Relations with Gulf States
Commentators note that Tehran's pressure in the Middle East is increasingly straining its relations with Gulf states. This follows Iran's direct attack on Saudi Arabia, which led Riyadh to expel Iran'
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Polls show: US voters' opposition to war with Iran hits record high, 71% believe the Trump administration lacks a clear strategy
A Fox News poll released Thursday shows that 71% of American voters believe the Trump administration "lacks a clear strategy" to end the conflict with Iran, which has led to rising inflation and soari
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Analysis: China's Crude Oil Imports Show Signs of Rebound, Potentially Eroding Global Oil Price Buffer
Analysts point out that China's crude oil imports have shown early signs of recovery after months of subdued purchases due to the US-Israel war with Iran, which could erode the buffer that previously
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Blockchain malware activity jumps 440% as AI lowers the barrier for North Korea and Iran-linked hackers
Chainalysis reports that state-linked hackers, particularly those tied to North Korea and Iran, are increasingly using public blockchains to maintain malware infrastructure, accounting for roughly two
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