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Iran Announces New Regulations for Transit Through the Strait of Hormuz; Vessels Must Submit Applications 48 Hours in Advance
Svmuu News: Iran’s “Persian Gulf Strait Authority” stated that, in light of the signing of the Iran-U.S. Memorandum of Understanding and directives from the relevant authorities, vessels that submit t
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Iran Says Ships That Submit Compliance Applications May Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz
Svmuu News: The Iranian Strait of Hormuz Authority announced on social media on the 19th that, in accordance with the Iran-U.S. Memorandum of Understanding and directives from relevant authorities, ve
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Reaching a new high since mid-April, the number of merchant ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz reached 25 on the 18th
Svmuu News: According to data from the maritime data firm AXS Shipping, a total of 25 merchant ships transited the Strait of Hormuz on the 18th, marking the highest single-day traffic volume since mid
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Market News: Iran Seeks Assurances That Hostile Actions in Lebanon Will End Before Resuming Talks with the U.S.
Svmuu News: Market Report: Diplomatic officials say Iran is seeking assurances that hostilities in Lebanon will end before resuming negotiations with the U.S. (Jin Shi)
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Defense Minister Yi: No one can give us orders—not even Donald Trump
Svmuu News: Israeli Defense Minister Katz: Even if Donald Trump has a different opinion, no one can dictate to us—we have already proven that. Lebanon’s first line of defense has been destroyed.We are
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Iranian Revolutionary Guard: Ready to Inflict a Crushing Defeat on the Enemy
Svmuu News: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a statement today (June 19) stating that Supreme Leader Mujtaba’s remarks regarding the Iran-U.S. Memorandum of Understanding “has further cons
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Officials Respond Firmly to Vance: Don’t Threaten Us—Traitors Will Pay the Price
Svmuu News: According to Middle Eastern media outlets such as the Iranian Students News Agency, Israeli Interior Minister Gvir, in response to Vance’s remarks, stated: “Anyone who supports us will ben
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Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps: Any violation of Iran’s rights will provoke a stronger military response
Svmuu News: Iran's Revolutionary Guard: Any violation of Iran's rights will provoke a stronger military response. (Jin Shi)
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Stock markets in Japan and South Korea opened higher but closed lower; South Korean stocks ended the day down slightly.
Svmuu News: Affected by tensions between the U.S. and Iran, stock markets in Japan and South Korea opened higher but closed lower on Friday. The Nikkei 225 Index closed up 196.57 points, or 0.28%, on
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1. Swiss Foreign Ministry: The U.S.-Iran talks originally scheduled for Friday will not take place as planned; 2. The U.S. Dollar Index broke above 101, reaching its highest level since May 2025; 3. T
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Swiss Foreign Ministry: The U.S.-Iran talks originally scheduled for Friday will not take place as planned
Svmuu News: Swiss Foreign Ministry: The U.S.-Iran talks originally scheduled for Friday will not take place as planned. (Jin Shi)
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Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Again, Sparking Fierce Clashes with Hezbollah
Svmuu News: According to reports from several Middle Eastern media outlets, including Iran’s Mehr News Agency, the Islamic Republic News Agency, and Fars News Agency, Israeli artillery units have once
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The United States and Iran announced an immediate and permanent end to military operations on all fronts
Svmuu News: The United States and Iran have announced an immediate and permanent end to military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon. The United States will fully lift its naval blockade of Ir
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The White House submitted a “memorandum of understanding” to Congress aimed at suspending Iran’s hostile actions.
Svmuu News: According to Politico, the White House has submitted a “memorandum of understanding” to Congress aimed at suspending hostile actions against Iran. (Jin Shi)
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Pakistani Media: Pakistani Prime Minister Cancels Trip to Switzerland
Svmuu News: According to Pakistani media reports citing sources on the 18th, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz, who is acting as a mediator for the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, has canceled h
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Russian Foreign Minister: We Will Launch Large-Scale Strikes Against Targets of the Ukrainian Armed Forces
Svmuu News: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov: Russia will carry out large-scale strikes against targets of the Ukrainian Armed Forces; the mission ordered by Putin is currently being carried out. Words
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G7: Calls for Joint Action Against North Korea’s Cryptocurrency Theft and Cybercrime
Svmuu News: At the G7 summit held in Évian-les-Bains, France, G7 leaders adopted a statement reiterating their call for a joint effort to combat North Korea’s cryptocurrency theft and cybercrime. Unit
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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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Hamas condemns "peace committee" for refusing to cooperate with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
The Palestinian group Hamas condemned the US-created "Peace Committee" for its decision not to cooperate with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)
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Colombia extradites armed group leader to US, signaling shift towards Washington
Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella announced on Friday the extradition of Geovany Andres Rojas, accused of leading a drug trafficking organization formed by former FARC rebel group members.
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Trump anticipates a deal with Cuba and downplays the necessity of military action.
Donald Trump stated that he believes the U.S. does not need to take military action, emphasizing that the U.S. wants to "open Cuba." These remarks come as Cuba faces severe economic pressure from fuel
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Ethiopia's Tigray region sees intensified fighting as seven armed groups form alliance against government, raising fears of 2022 peace deal collapse
The escalation follows the formation this month of a new alliance by seven armed groups, including the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), the Amhara Fano National Movement, and the Oromo Liberat
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Chinese manufacturers eye U.S. AI data center boom, but geopolitical roadblocks remain
Chinese data center manufacturers, including PrefabDC, are seeing significant potential in the U.S. AI infrastructure market, citing strong demand and China's integrated supply chain. However, geopoli
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Ireland team's press conference and training delayed as boycott pressure mounts ahead of Nations League game against Israel
The delays occurred on Saturday in Debrecen, Hungary, where Israel's "home" game is scheduled for Sunday. Irish broadcaster RTE reported that some players have decided they do not want to play the mat
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Iranian President Pezeshkian stated he no longer trusts negotiations with Washington and presented a new proposal to end the war.
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated in an interview aired on Saturday that Iran no longer trusts negotiations with the United States due to the recurring attacks and sanctions that have followed previ
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Donald Trump reportedly rejected Iran's seven-day ceasefire proposal and is expected to resume bombing Iran after the November midterm elections.
According to the Wall Street Journal, citing anonymous U.S. officials, U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire to restore normal maritime traffic in the Stra
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Korea National Diplomatic Academy President Kim Heung-kyu: China's global ambitions and tech rivalry with US raise stakes for Korea
Kim Heung-kyu, president of the Korea National Diplomatic Academy, made this assessment in a keynote speech at a seminar hosted by the China Capital Market Society, stating that China’s rise is reshap
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US and China agree on tariff relief for $30bn of nonsensitive goods each
The White House announced late Friday that the U.S. and China have agreed on recommendations for "more favorable tariff treatment" covering $30 billion of nonsensitive products traded in each directio
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U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew attributed the decline in American public support for Israel to "insufficient biblical literacy."
Huckabee told NewsNation in an interview on Thursday that the deterioration of American public opinion toward Israel stems from a lack of "biblical literacy." He cited three reasons for the decline in
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Pakistan PM Sharif warns Houthi attack on Mecca, Medina would be 'red line'; Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye military chiefs meet to boost defense ties
Speaking at the UN General Assembly on Friday, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, stating that any threat to the sanctity of the Muslim holy cities of M
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Al Jazeera: Israel's "Blue Line Team" accelerates West Bank settlement expansion, confiscating approximately 14 square kilometers of Palestinian land in recent weeks.
According to Al Jazeera, Israel's Civil Administration's "Blue Line Team" is redrawing land boundaries in the West Bank, reclassifying Palestinian land as "state land" to accelerate illegal settlement
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The United Nations has added 61 companies to its list of businesses involved in activities related to illegal Israeli settlements, bringing the total to 214.
The UN Human Rights Office on Friday released a report adding 61 companies to its database, which are deemed to be involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities in the occupied West Bank and East
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China and the U.S. have agreed to extend the trade truce until January 10, 2027, following the conclusion of the state visit by Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a three-day state visit, which was characterized more by ceremony than substantive outcomes. One concrete result was the announce
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Putin: Kyiv has begun attacks on civilian infrastructure; now it must face the consequences, TASS reports
Putin: Kyiv has begun attacks on civilian infrastructure; now it must face the consequences, TASS reports
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Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his state visit to the United States, Xinhua News Agency reported.
Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his state visit to the United States, Xinhua News Agency reported.
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Senior Iranian official to Reuters: Iran will make no concessions on its nuclear program
Senior Iranian official to Reuters: Iran will make no concessions on its nuclear program
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Trump says he will meet with Xi again in November in China, and then at the G20 in Miami in December.
Trump says he will meet with Xi again in November in China, and then at the G20 in Miami in December. Trump added that much has been, and will be, accomplished.
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Lebanese Prime Minister demands Israeli withdrawal at UN General Assembly, as Israeli forces continue shelling southern Lebanon.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam addressed the UN General Assembly, demanding Israel end its occupation of southern Lebanon and fully implement the ceasefire agreement, calling for a complete withd
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The Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council called on the Yemeni people to mobilize and join the armed forces.
The Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council called on the Yemeni people to mobilize and join the armed forces.
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Japanese imports of Chinese plastic materials surge 52% since US-Iran war, alarming local suppliers
Japanese imports of Chinese plastic materials surge 52% since US-Iran war, alarming local suppliers
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Putin: Russia is not preparing for any hostilities with Europe, according to IFX
Putin: Russia is not preparing for any hostilities with Europe, according to IFX
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Students across Germany strike in protest against potential reintroduction of compulsory military service
The protests are organised by "School Strike Against Compulsory Military Service", whose organiser Bela Breitner stated that the federal government is "serious about gradually reintroducing compulsory
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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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Crusoe abandons $1.25 billion plan, will no longer use Boom Supersonic turbines to build AI data centers.
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U.S. diesel prices are nearing the record high of $6.50, with the White House weighing a tax holiday and easing "red diesel" regulations, while an export ban remains under evaluation.
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German Chancellor Merz faces government crisis as far-right AfD makes strong gains in recent local elections amid economic and migration fears
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The White House stated that the US and China agreed to establish an AI "communication channel" following the summit.
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