Geopolitics
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Iran will facilitate the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz free of charge for 60 days
Svmuu News: Market Report: Iran will allow ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz free of charge for 60 days.
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Iranian Media: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy Will Continue to Control the Strait of Hormuz
Svmuu News: According to a report by Iran’s National Broadcasting Corporation on the 18th, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy will continue to control the Strait of Hormuz. Eleven vessels are
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Iranian President Releases Text of Memorandum of Understanding Signed with the United States
Svmuu News: Iranian President Pezeshizyan posted the text of the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States on social media. (Jin Shi)
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Donald Trump Angry Response to Critics of the U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding: "Either Evil or Stupid"
Svmuu News: U.S. President Donald Trump used profanity on social media to angrily respond to critics of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. Donald Trump The post on rea
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Swiss Foreign Ministry: U.S.-Iran Talks to Be Held on the 19th at Bergen Mountain
Svmuu News: The Swiss Foreign Ministry stated that the United States and Iran plan to hold talks with mediators Pakistan, Qatar, and other relevant countries on the 19th at Bergen, Switzerland, to con
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Iran: We Are a True Superpower
Svmuu News: Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Baghaei: “Iran is a superpower—this is not just a slogan. In this war, we have defeated two nuclear powers—and there are other countries supporting th
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Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: The U.S. Must End the Naval Blockade Within 30 Days
Svmuu News: Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Baghaei stated that if Israel continues to occupy Lebanon, it will be considered a violation of the memorandum of understanding, and Iran will take th
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Donald Trump: “I don’t want to be another Hoover; reaching an agreement is the way to avoid an economic collapse.”
Svmuu News: U.S. President Donald Trump delivered remarks on Wednesday following the conclusion of the G7 summit in France, defending the agreement reached between the United States and Iran and stati
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Donald Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed tomorrow or the day after tomorrow
Svmuu News Donald Trump reports that the agreement reached with Iran will be signed tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. It may be signed on Friday. If an agreement with Iran is not reached within 60 d
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The U.S. and Iran are discussing moving up the signing ceremony for the memorandum of understanding to Wednesday
Svmuu News: According to AXIOS, sources say the U.S. and Iran are discussing moving up the signing ceremony for the memorandum of understanding (MOU), originally scheduled for Friday, to Wednesday. Th
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Donald Trump: Memorandum of Understanding Is “Very Strong”; Iranian Leaders “Hope to Sign It”
Svmuu News Donald Trump When asked how confident he was that the U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding would be formally signed on Friday as previously stated, he gave a lengthy response but indicated
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Iranian Foreign Minister: The issue of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz should be properly addressed, and the relevant memorandum of understanding should be effectively implemented
Svmuu News: Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi on the 17th at th
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Donald Trump Reaffirmed that the Strait of Hormuz will be opened immediately upon the signing of the agreement
Svmuu News Donald Trump reports that oil prices are plummeting. He reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately after the agreement is signed, and that he will hold a press conference
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Donald Trump Accusing Obama of “bribing” Iran in the 2015 nuclear deal
Svmuu News Donald Trump accused former U.S. President Obama of “shipping an entire planeload of cash” to Iran in exchange for Iran’s agreement to sign the 2015 nuclear deal. Donald Trump Speaking at t
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Svmuu Evening Brief
1. Bitwise CIO: As long as the market hasn’t peaked, Bitcoin remains an excellent buying opportunity; 2. Iran warns it will respond if Israel does not stop its attacks on Lebanon; 3. “The “10.11 Insid
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Donald Trump: The U.S. will not invest “even a penny” in Iran, and will strike again if the situation does not meet expectations
Svmuu News: U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the memorandum of understanding with Iran is not a final agreement, and if the U.S. is not satisfied with the situation, it will launch another stri
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QCP: Easing Geopolitical Tensions Boost Risk Assets, but Strategy-Related Pressures Continue to Weigh on the Market Bitcoin
Svmuu News: According to QCP Market Color, as the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding and signaled the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the market saw a clearer geopolitical landscape
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Iran warns it will respond if Israel does not stop its attacks on Lebanon
Svmuu News: Iran has warned that it will respond if Israel does not stop its attacks on Lebanon. (Jin Shi)
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WEEX Labs: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Agreement Takes Effect, Crude Oil Prices Fall Under Pressure
Svmuu News: On June 17, following the announcement of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement, oil prices fell sharply as the market anticipated the resumption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and an i
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Vance: We’ve achieved our stated goals in Iran, and now all the cards are in Donald Trump’s hands
Svmuu News: Vance: After the nuclear strike on Iran, “Donald Trump holds all the cards.” Vance declared victory: “We have achieved our stated objectives in Iran.” Vance stated: “All the cards are now
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The United States is considering offering paid naval escort services in the Strait of Hormuz
Svmuu News: According to Politico, the United States is considering offering paid naval escort services in the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S.-Iran Framework Agreement Proposes $300 Billion Private Fund
Svmuu News: According to Reuters, sources say the U.S.-Iran framework agreement includes a plan to establish a $300 billion private fund to stimulate investment in Iran. The $300 billion Iran investme
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Saudi Media Releases Terms of the 14-Point U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
Svmuu News: Saudi Arabia TV has released the terms of the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding between Iran and the U.S., which is more detailed than the version published by Iran’s Mehr News Agency:
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U.S.-Iran Agreement Allows Tehran to Sell Oil Immediately
Svmuu News: U.S.-Iran Agreement Allows Tehran to Sell Oil Immediately. (WSJ)
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UK to provide air-to-air refuelling for Saudi jets to counter Houthi attacks, PM Burnham confirms
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated on Monday that the Royal Air Force will provide "defensive" air-to-air refuelling for Saudi planes. This agreement, which is time-limited and under review, c
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Iran's IRGC says US, Israel 'must accept withdrawal' from region
Iran's IRGC says US, Israel 'must accept withdrawal' from region
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Brent crude oil fell below $100/barrel, hitting an 11-day low, and the US 10-year government bond yield dropped below 5%.
Brent crude futures fell below $100 per barrel on Monday, reaching a new low since September 9, and closed at $100.34 per barrel. Meanwhile, the benchmark US 10-year government bond yield fell below t
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Russia's ruling United Russia party won a supermajority in parliamentary elections, solidifying Putin's power.
Al Jazeera reported that President Putin's United Russia party secured a record supermajority in tightly controlled parliamentary elections, with almost all genuine opposition excluded, according to n
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Saudi Aramco loaded 14 million barrels of crude oil from Gulf terminals on Sunday, increasing exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
Shipping data shows Saudi Aramco loaded 14 million barrels of crude oil onto seven very large crude carriers (VLCCs) from Gulf terminals on Sunday, increasing exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Sat
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Trump reportedly halted airstrikes against Houthis after attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
According to US officials, US President Donald Trump temporarily halted airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels at noon on September 20 local time, after US military aircraft had already completed mu
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U.S. diesel prices surged to a record $6.51, as Republicans weigh a diesel export ban and a gas tax holiday.
Republicans are weighing a ban on diesel exports and a gas tax holiday ahead of the midterm elections, as soaring fuel costs pressure consumers and farmers, the Wall Street Journal reported. Congressi
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Yemen conflict escalates, displacing over 120,000 as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces clash near Red Sea strait
The BBC reports that more than 3,000 refugees have arrived in Djibouti in recent days, with the UN estimating over 120,000 Yemenis displaced by the sudden surge in fighting along Yemen's Red Sea coast
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The Iranian government announced several energy-saving measures to address fuel shortages, including adjusting government office hours to 1 PM and promoting public transportation.
In response to severe fuel shortages and economic challenges, the Iranian government announced that from September 23 until the end of March 2027, government office hours will be adjusted to 8 AM to 1
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Russia Set to Extend Diesel Export Ban Beyond End of September
Russia is set to extend a ban on most diesel exports beyond the end of September as Ukraine continues to attack its refineries, according to people familiar with the matter.
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The Israeli army arrested at least 53 Palestinians in the town of Biddu in the West Bank.
The raid marks the third incursion into the area since a Palestinian man from the town was arrested on Sunday for allegedly shooting an Israeli settler. The Jerusalem Governorate stated that the arres
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that U.S. interest rates should decline after the conflict in the Middle East concludes.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that U.S. interest rates should decline after the conflict in the Middle East concludes.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent states Iran issue discussed with China.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent states Iran issue discussed with China.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: All Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide on Sept 23
US Treasury Secretary Bessent: All Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide on Sept 23
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he could not say how long the conflict with Iran would last.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he could not say how long the conflict with Iran would last.
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Iran's IRGC Spokesperson Warns of New Weapons and Unattacked Enemy Targets
An Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson reportedly stated that the world has “not yet seen the power and precision” of Iran’s new weapons. The spokesperson also claimed Iran has addit
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Iran’s GDP shrank 10.1% in Q1 (March 21-June 20) amid US-Israel war, with oil and gas sector contracting 26.4%
Official data from the Statistical Center of Iran shows the country's gross domestic product (GDP) contracted by 10.1% year-on-year during the first quarter of the Persian calendar (March 21 to June 2
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Trump presses Zelenskyy to stop hitting Russian refineries, citing 'diesel, diesel, diesel' concerns
Trump presses Zelenskyy to stop hitting Russian refineries, citing 'diesel, diesel, diesel' concerns
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The Strait of Hormuz blockade enters its seventh month, with Middle East oil export freight rates soaring to a record high of over $30 per barrel.
Middle Eastern oil producers are maintaining oil exports through a high-cost ship-to-ship (STS) transfer system, with benchmark freight rates for very large crude carriers (VLCCs) transporting Persian
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Russia's ruling United Russia party is leading the State Duma elections with 57.5% of the votes, with over 71% of ballots counted.
With over 71% of the ballots counted, Russia's ruling United Russia party is leading with 57.5% of the votes, according to data from the Russian Central Election Commission, and is poised for an easy
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and former US President Donald Trump have agreed to meet this week in New York to discuss de-escalation and security issues.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that he and former US President Donald Trump have agreed to meet this week during the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Zelenskyy stat
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U.S.-listed Greenland stocks surge after Trump agrees security deal with Denmark, Greenland Energy up 150%
Shares of U.S.-listed companies with exposure to Greenland surged on Monday, with Greenland Energy soaring as much as 150% in premarket trading, Greenland Mines up over 80%, and Critical Metals Corp n
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China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs: President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25 at the invitation of the U.S.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun announced at a regular press conference on the 21st that, at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit t
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China Buys More US Soybeans Just Days Before Trump-Xi Summit
China bought more US soybeans just days ahead of a key leaders’ summit, a sign of further progress toward Beijing’s pledge to boost purchases of American farm goods.
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May 2026 Crypto Market Review: Bitcoin Fluctuates Around $77,000 Amid Continuous ETF Outflows and Geopolitical Impacts
In May 2026, the crypto market experienced a correction after the Bitcoin price surpassed $80,000, leading to a tug-of-war between bulls and bears around $77,000. US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net outflows for several consecutive days, totaling over $1.5 billion, while Ethereum ETFs also faced capital pressure. The escalation of geopolitical conflict between the US and Iran was considered one of the main drivers of cautious market sentiment and capital outflows. Despite the complex macroeconomic environment, venture capital funding in the crypto space rebounded significantly in May, demonstrating the industry's internal resilience and development.
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Bitcoin Back to $70,000: Amid Macroeconomic Pressures and Geopolitical Turmoil, What Is Supporting the Price?
After the price of Bitcoin once again surpassed $70,000 in March 2026, it has recently (July 2026) pulled back amid macroeconomic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainty, fluctuating around $64,000.Although the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF attracted significant institutional capital following its approval in early 2024, there have also been recent outflows. This article will conduct an in-depth analysis of current external pressures—including inflation, high interest rates, and geopolitical conflicts—and explore key supporting factors such as institutional investors, long-term holders, and the halving effect at Bitcoin, while examining the perspectives of both bulls and bears.
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BofA Estimates: AI Infrastructure May Require $1.2 Trillion in External Financing Over Next 5 Years, With Over $300 Billion in Annual Incremental Debt Supply
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Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant, saw its shares fall by 7% despite setting a $23 billion sales target for its weight-loss drug.
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XRP is testing the $1.50 resistance level, a key threshold that has capped its advances for roughly 230 days, with a break potentially leading to $1.80+
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Commodities trader Trafigura plans to float its supertanker arm Volare Shipping in Oslo, marking the business's first IPO
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JPMorgan CEO Dimon to Visit India This Week, Ramping Up Push for Deal Boom
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Seoul stocks rise 1.65% on chip gains despite Middle East tensions
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A Hong Kong hotel has been put up for sale by Nanyang Commercial Bank for HK$1.87 billion after being taken over, reflecting a trend of converting hotels into student dormitories.
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Binance Stock Trading Platform Adds 25 New Stocks
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Morgan Stanley’s Wilson Says US Stocks Risk 7% Drop in Near Term
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US equity futures rise, led by AI stocks; oil prices fall over 2% to around $101; US Treasury yields decline; US and Chinese officials discuss AI national security "notification mechanism."
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