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Poll: U.S.-Iran Conflict Deemed "Not Worth the Cost"; Donald Trump's Approval Rating Drops to 36%
Svmuu News: A recent Focaldata poll indicates that a majority of American voters believe the Donald Trump administration’s military actions in Iran “didn’t pay off.” The survey was conducted from June
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Israeli Prime Minister: Israel Will Continue to Oppose Iran's Nuclear Program Regardless of Whether the U.S. and Iran Reach an Agreement
Svmuu News: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said on the 5th (local time) that he would continue to oppose Iran’s nuclear program regardless of whether the United States and Iran reach an agreement. N
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Donald Trump Will meet with Zelenskyy and Syrian President Shara during the NATO summit
Svmuu News: A senior U.S. official stated that Donald Trump plans to arrive at the NATO summit on Tuesday, with his first meeting scheduled to be with the summit’s host, Turkish President Erdogan. The
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Speaker of the Iranian Parliament: Reaching a Consensus with the U.S. Is Possible
Svmuu News: Iranian Parliament Speaker Kalibaf stated that Iran believes it is possible to reach a consensus with the United States despite the difficulties.
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Over the past three days, the U.S. has escorted only 70 merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz, down from the pre-conflict daily average of 138.
Svmuu News: Data released on the 5th by the U.S.-led Combined Maritime Information Center shows that during the 72-hour period from July 2 to July 4, a total of 70 merchant ships passed through the St
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Putin briefed Donald Trump on the situation on the battlefield, while Donald Trump said he would continue to mediate the Russia-Ukraine conflict
Svmuu News: Russian Presidential Aide Ushakov stated that Putin briefed Donald Trump on the actual situation on the battlefield, noting that the Russian Armed Forces are steadily advancing along the e
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The U.S.-Iran peace agreement has unleashed a large volume of crude oil supply, reigniting concerns about a global supply glut
Svmuu News: As a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran unleashed a massive surge in supply, oil prices fell across the board. With demand unable to absorb the excess, the market is once again disc
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Negotiations between the United States and Iran will take place in Pakistan on July 11
Svmuu News: According to Saudi media outlets Hadath and Al-Arabiya TV, negotiations between the United States and Iran will take place in Pakistan on July 11. (Jin Shi)
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U.S. Media Reveals Inside Story of U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Agreement: Iranian President and Central Bank Governor Jointly Urged Supreme Leader to “Sign It Immediately”
Svmuu News: According to four officials familiar with the details of the meeting, Iranian President Pezeshizyan visited Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei during the final stages of negotiations,
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Iran Warns Foreign Countries Not to Create a Crisis in the Strait of Hormuz
Svmuu News: British Prime Minister Starmer and French President Macron issued a joint statement on the 3rd, stating that the two countries will cooperate with Oman to ensure the safety of shipping in
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Donald Trump: Iran is very eager to reach an agreement
Svmuu News: U.S. President Donald Trump said that Iran is very eager to reach an agreement; Iran was given a week off due to Khamenei’s funeral.
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A 21-year-old U.S. citizen has been charged in Israel with spying for Iran and accepting cryptocurrency
Svmuu News: Eli Lavon, an American citizen studying at an ultra-Orthodox seminary in Jerusalem, has been indicted by Israel on espionage-related charges. According to the indictment, Eli Lavon faces t
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Iranian Parliament Speaker: The Strait of Hormuz Should Be Jointly Administered by Iran and Oman
Svmuu News: Kalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of Iran, stated today that the Strait of Hormuz should be jointly managed by Iran and Oman. Kalibaf made these remarks during a meeting with Haib
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Citi: As the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz subsides, oil prices could fall to $60 per barrel
Svmuu News: Citigroup stated that as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz gradually ease, Brent crude prices could fall to $60 per barrel by the end of the year, further fueling pessimism about the glo
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U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations: Iran Is Attempting to Impose Illegal Fees in the Strait of Hormuz
Svmuu News: U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations: Iran is attempting to impose illegal fees in the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz must remain open to all nations. We will not al
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U.S. Senator Warren sent a letter to Federal Reserve Board Member Waller, calling for a halt to the push for regional Fed reform proposals
Svmuu News: U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has called on Federal Reserve Board Member Christopher Waller to halt his efforts to reform Federal Reserve the operational structure of the 12 regional branc
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Major European countries believe that imposing tolls on the Strait of Hormuz is now inevitable
Svmuu News: Market Report: Major European countries currently believe that the imposition of tolls in the Strait of Hormuz is now inevitable. (Jin Shi)
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Iranian Armed Forces: U.S. Interference in the Strait of Hormuz Will Be Met with a Response
Svmuu News: According to a report by the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting on the 2nd, the Central Command of the Iranian Armed Forces’ Hatam al-Ambiya issued a statement that day saying that the
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Sources: The next round of U.S.-Iran talks will take place on July 18
Svmuu News: Sources say the next round of U.S.-Iran talks will take place on July 18.
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The U.S. has warned Iran that any change to the status quo in the Strait of Hormuz will be considered a violation of the agreement.
Svmuu News: According to Al Arabiya TV, citing sources, the United States has informed Iran that it rejects any action that alters the current status quo in the Strait of Hormuz. The sources added tha
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Energy Prices Fall, Swiss Inflation Rate Drops Slightly
Svmuu News: Switzerland’s inflation rate fell slightly in June, marking the first decline since prices surged due to rising energy costs following the outbreak of the war in Iran. The Swiss Federal St
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Pakistan Expects Next Round of U.S.-Iran Talks to Take Place After Khamenei's Funeral
Svmuu News: The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on July 2 stating that, as a mediator, Qatar held separate talks with U.S. and Iranian negotiators in Doha alongside Pakistan,
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White House Spokesperson: We Have Paved the Way for Iran's Denuclearization
Svmuu News: White House Spokesperson: “We have paved the way for Iran’s denuclearization.” (Jin Shi)
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Donald Trump: Iran Negotiations Are Progressing Smoothly
Svmuu News: U.S. President Donald Trump: Negotiations with Iran are progressing smoothly. Iran’s denuclearization is progressing smoothly. (Jin Shi)
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U.S. retail diesel prices have surpassed $6.50 per gallon for the first time, as the war exacerbates global fuel supply tightness.
U.S. retail diesel prices have surpassed $6.50 per gallon for the first time, extending a war-driven rally that is having ripple effects across the economy.
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France to summon Iran envoy and take 'appropriate measures' after Tehran closed French language centre, accusing it of 'illegal acts'
The French Foreign Ministry announced it would summon Iran's ambassador in Paris at the request of Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, following Iran's closure of a French-language centre linked to its
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Qatar PM on Sunday described US-Israel war on Iran fallout as an 'earthquake' with global shockwaves, also announcing a $38bn domestic infrastructure investment shift
Speaking at a UN General Assembly-adjacent event in New York, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani warned against "cycles of escalation" and called for a framework where sovereignty is
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UN General Assembly convenes in New York, with Germany's Merz absent and China's Xi heading directly to the White House
World leaders are gathering in New York for the General Assembly. Notably, Germany's Merz is not attending, while China's Xi Jinping is bypassing the assembly to go straight to the White House for dir
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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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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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Israeli forces kill Palestinian near Jenin in occupied West Bank; Israeli settler dies in separate shooting
Israeli forces kill Palestinian near Jenin in occupied West Bank; Israeli settler dies in separate shooting
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Gaza children return to school in tents after nearly three years of disruption, with 98% of buildings damaged
The new school year began on September 19, seeing approximately 541,000 students return to education in Gaza. This follows nearly three years of disruption caused by the war that started in October 20
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Houthis attack Saudi capital and Aramco facilities, US warns of "rapid escalation" of conflict, Saudi Arabia urgently seeks aid from multiple countries.
On September 19, Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a new round of missile and drone attacks targeting "sensitive sites" in the Saudi capital Riyadh and Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu. U.S. embassies in
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Foreign envoys in Taiwan warn China's maritime pressure challenges 'rules of game at sea'
Senior foreign diplomats from the European Union, U.K., and U.S. attending a resilience forum in Taipei on Sept. 19 warned that China's escalating maritime pressure against Taiwan is an attempt to red
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The Strait of Hormuz cargo trade has vanished, forcing businesses to find alternative routes
The Strait of Hormuz, once a transit hub for goods ranging from helium to corn, has seen its cargo trade disappear, prompting businesses to seek alternative shipping routes.
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Israeli Settlement Economy Prepares for European Sanctions
The Financial Times reported that punitive measures imposed by the UK, France, and other European countries on businesses operating in the occupied Palestinian territories could have a profound impact
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Russia's new air campaign aims to cripple Ukraine's economy, hitting key infrastructure and costing Kyiv over $1.5 billion in tax revenue
Russia's new air campaign aims to cripple Ukraine's economy, hitting key infrastructure and costing Kyiv over $1.5 billion in tax revenue
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Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'catastrophic,' 'unjustifiable,' and 'disproportionate' as US tour resumes
The British pop star made his first public comments on the controversy surrounding his North America Loop Tour, which resumed Saturday night in Philadelphia. His remarks follow criticism after opening
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Turkish Foreign Minister: Turkey supports Saudi Arabia's security and is prepared to provide military assistance amid escalating Houthi attacks.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Friday that Saudi Arabia may have unmet military needs amid Houthi attacks in Yemen, and Turkey would consider how to support Saudi Arabia as part of a tri
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The Saudi-led coalition announced it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Houthi rebels towards Riyadh, while the Houthis claimed responsibility for attacking sensitive sites in Riyadh and Aramco facilities in Yanbu.
The Saudi-led coalition announced that Iranian-backed Houthi rebels launched a ballistic missile towards the Saudi capital, Riyadh, at dawn on Saturday, but it was successfully intercepted and destroy
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Gaza's IT industry operates at less than 25% of pre-war levels, with 30,000 professionals losing jobs and equipment prices surging over 600%
Al Jazeera reported that Gaza's IT industry has been devastated by the ongoing conflict, with over 70% of companies partially or completely halting operations. Direct losses to the education sector ar
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Turkish Foreign Minister: We have sent an offer to Ukraine and Russia to end fighting in the Black Sea, awaiting their responses
Turkish Foreign Minister: We have sent an offer to Ukraine and Russia to end fighting in the Black Sea, awaiting their responses
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Nick Timiraos reposted VKMacro's tweet: Japanese officials say failure to raise interest rates as demanded by the U.S. could escalate into a diplomatic issue.
Nick Timiraos reposted VKMacro's tweet: Japanese officials say failure to raise interest rates as demanded by the U.S. could escalate into a diplomatic issue.
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Russia Reports "Powerful" Cyberattack on Second Day of Parliamentary Elections
Russian authorities reported attacks on the country's voting systems and communication lines on the second day of a three-day parliamentary election. Ella Pamfilova, chair of Russia's Central Election
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US Commander Says Strait of Hormuz Oil Shipments Hit Six-Month High, Citing Effective US Navy Escorts and Mine Clearance
Oil and liquefied natural gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz reached a six-month high in the past two weeks, a U.S. regional commander said, indicating that U.S. Navy protection and mine clear
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Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 3 Palestinians, including the son of the Director-General of the Gaza Ministry of Health.
At least three Palestinians, including a child and Basir al-Bursh, the son of Gaza Health Ministry Director-General Munir al-Bursh, have been killed in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, Al Jazeera re
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Al Jazeera: Israeli media reports military facing "severe shortages," analysts suggest it may be a tactic to accelerate weapons transfers.
Israel's Channel 12 and Maariv newspaper recently reported that the Israeli military is facing "severe shortages" in manpower and equipment, including the loss of 12 Boeing Apache attack helicopters t
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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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Musk reposted a tweet stating that OpenAI's AI agents are conducting "self-adventurous experiments" in a "safety sandbox," even pressuring each other for "permanent death" in exchange for collective benefit.
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Houthis attack Saudi capital and Aramco facilities, US warns of "rapid escalation" of conflict, Saudi Arabia urgently seeks aid from multiple countries.
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OpenAI is in preliminary discussions with investors for a new private funding round, potentially valuing the company at over $1.2 trillion.
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NVIDIA VP: Vera Rubin Platform Achieves 30x Throughput Increase on Agentic AI Workloads
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Hong Kong to expand renminbi-denominated bond, gold and commodity markets, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan
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NVIDIA VP: Agentic AI to Boost Computing Power Demand 100-fold, Altering Traditional Scheduling Models
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Global oil shipping costs have surged to historic highs, with supertankers earning over $1.2 million per day. A South Korean shipping magnate is making a massive bet, investing $7 billion, and is set to profit handsomely.
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Musk reposted a SpaceX tweet, confirming the deployment of 27 Starlink satellites.
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Goldman Sachs: Market "pricing in 4 rate hikes" is overly pessimistic, expects only two rate hikes in this cycle.
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Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'catastrophic,' 'unjustifiable,' and 'disproportionate' as US tour resumes
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