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Despite the UK economy growing by 0.4% in the second quarter, the International Monetary Fund warned that a war with Iran could hit UK economic growth harder than other rich nations.
Official UK data shows that the economy grew by 0.4% in the second quarter, following a 0.6% increase in the first quarter, with business investment rising by 1.7%, exceeding the expectations of econo
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Donald Trump restores economic pressure on Iranian regime
Donald Trump restores economic pressure on Iranian regime
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BBC reports: In Kingsport, Tennessee, a town that manufactures missiles for the Donald Trump administration, local residents remain steadfast in their support for Donald Trump, despite his national approval rating dropping to 32% due to the Iran war and rising cost of living.
The town's Holston Army Ammunition Plant, which produces explosives for Patriot missiles, warheads, and other heavy weapons, is the sole domestic supplier of certain critical explosive and propellant
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Strait of Hormuz ship traffic hits near three-month low, with a 5-day average of ~13 vessels on Tuesday, as U.S.-Iran deal to fully open the corridor remains in doubt.
Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is at its lowest level since May 12, with a 5-day average of approximately 13 vessel transits on Tuesday. This represents about a 90% decrease from the daily
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BP and Shell Q2 profits both increased significantly, mainly due to the Iran war driving up oil and gas prices.
BP's second-quarter profit doubled to $5.73 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations of $5.11 billion, and the company announced a 4% increase in dividends. Shell's adjusted earnings reached $9.84 bi
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Donald Trump claims the U.S. has total control over the Strait of Hormuz with a "WALL OF STEEL" naval blockade, stating Iran has no power to resist and is plagued by 300% inflation.
Donald Trump claims the U.S. has total control over the Strait of Hormuz with a "WALL OF STEEL" naval blockade, stating Iran has no power to resist and is plagued by 300% inflation.
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Sources: Iran's senior commander Qaani visits Iraq to discuss disarmament plan
According to Al Jazeera, citing sources from the Iraqi Shiite political alliance "Coordination Framework," Esmail Qaani, commander of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Quds Force, made a
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IEA lowers 2026 global oil supply forecast by 4.3 mb/d to 102 mb/d, exacerbated by Strait of Hormuz closure
The International Energy Agency (IEA) stated on Wednesday that it has lowered its 2026 global oil supply forecast to 102 million barrels per day (bpd), a year-on-year decrease of 4.3 million bpd. This
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Iran's top security official says the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane will remain closed unless the US accepts conditions for ending the war
Iran's top security official, Mohsen Rezaei, said on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz shipping route would remain closed unless the United States accepted Iran's conditions for ending the war. This c
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Dollar ticks up 0.05% to 99.85, underpinned by renewed Iran tensions and focus on upcoming US inflation data
The US dollar index rose 0.05% to 99.85, supported by escalating tensions in the Gulf region and market anticipation of crucial US economic data, particularly inflation figures. Oil prices edged highe
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Senior Iranian Source to Reuters: Discussion underway for U.S. return to MOU, defining timeframe for implementing its commitments
Senior Iranian Source to Reuters: Discussion underway for U.S. return to MOU, defining timeframe for implementing its commitments
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Senior Iranian Source Tells Reuters: U.S. Violated Interim Pact 48 Hours After Reaching It, Withdrew Days Later
Senior Iranian Source Tells Reuters: U.S. Violated Interim Pact 48 Hours After Reaching It, Withdrew Days Later
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Senior Iranian source tells Reuters there are no discussions over extending ceasefire between Iran and U.S.
Senior Iranian source tells Reuters there are no discussions over extending ceasefire between Iran and U.S.
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Pakistan says the deadline for the US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) can be extended.
Pakistan says the deadline for the US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) can be extended.
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U.S. stock index futures rise, oil prices climb on U.S.-Iran standoff; Donald Trump says U.S. controls Strait of Hormuz, threatens Iran
U.S. stock index futures rose ahead of a key U.S. inflation report for July. Meanwhile, oil prices rose due to the ongoing standoff between the U.S. and Iran. Former U.S. President Donald Trump said l
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Brent crude oil extended its six-day rally to $89.45 per barrel, as the ongoing geopolitical risk premium in the Middle East was sustained due to the US-Iran negotiation deadlock.
Brent crude oil extended its six-day rally to $89.45 per barrel, as the ongoing geopolitical risk premium in the Middle East was sustained due to the US-Iran negotiation deadlock.
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US Democratic leader Chuck Schumer demanded a full explanation of a secret operation to extract Donald Trump from Turkey, which aimed to protect Donald Trump from an alleged Iranian assassination threat
US Democratic leader Chuck Schumer demanded a full explanation of a secret operation to extract Donald Trump from Turkey, which aimed to protect Donald Trump from an alleged Iranian assassination thre
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Iran is preparing for worsening economic hardship to withstand pressure from Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported
Iran is preparing for worsening economic hardship to withstand pressure from Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported
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Iranian General Naghdi Says Iran Can Sustain Missile, Drone Production for Years of Conflict
Iranian General Mohammad Reza Naghdi stated the country could maintain missile and drone production even through years of conflict, claiming Iran would retain the ability to continue launching ballist
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Former US Envoy Morgan Ortagus Sees No Evidence US is on 'Back Heels' Against Iran
Morgan Ortagus, a former deputy presidential special envoy, stated she does not see proof for the narrative that the US is at a disadvantage in negotiations with Iran, adding that strategic patience f
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U.S. Energy Secretary: Oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to nearly 9 million barrels per day, with total regional flow reaching 15 million barrels.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz is recovering, with nearly 9 million barrels of oil passing through the strait daily. He noted that the total oil f
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Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Rezaei, stated that if an agreement is reached with Oman regarding transit through the Strait of Hormuz, this would be a separate matter independent of the Strait's closure.
Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Rezaei, stated that if an agreement is reached with Oman regarding transit through the Strait of Hormuz, this would be a separate matter independ
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Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Rezaei states the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until the U.S. changes its behavior and accepts Iran's conditions.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Rezaei states the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until the U.S. changes its behavior and accepts Iran's conditions.
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Oil futures rose, with WTI and Brent crude gaining $1 per barrel, as the market worried about a potential agreement between the US and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil futures rose, with WTI and Brent crude gaining $1 per barrel, as the market worried about a potential agreement between the US and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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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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