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US Pauses War with Iran After Firing Thousands of Hard-to-Replace Missiles
The United States has paused its war with Iran. This decision follows reports that the US has fired thousands of hard-to-replace missiles during the conflict.
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US and Iran Maintain Third Day of Ceasefire as Mediators Seek to Restart Talks
The United States and Iran have maintained a ceasefire for a third consecutive day. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan are actively working to restart ceasefire talks amidst this fragile pause in hosti
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Trump Says Iran War Talks Underway Amid Lull in Strikes; Iran Denies Direct Engagement
US President Donald Trump stated that war talks with Iran are taking place during a lull in strikes, adding there is a good chance something could happen. Iran, however, denies that direct talks are o
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Iran's Military Command: US Maritime Blockade Would Be Regional Escalation
Iran's top joint military command stated that any attempt by the United States to implement an 'illegal' maritime blockade would be viewed as an escalation of regional conflict.
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US and Iran pause hostilities, seek diplomacy via mediators
The US-Iran war has slowed, with both sides giving diplomacy a chance through regional mediators.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson States No Current Negotiations with US
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated on Monday that Iran is not seeking negotiations with the United States.
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Iran Threatens Retaliation After Caspian Sea Vessel Strike; Ukraine Dismisses Threats
Iran's foreign minister stated that an assault on a vessel in the Caspian Sea "cannot go unanswered," expressing fury over the incident. Meanwhile, Ukraine has dismissed these Iranian threats.
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Yemen War Re-eruption Imminent, Anti-Houthi Forces Strengthened
Signs indicate an imminent re-eruption of the war in Yemen. Recent developments have reportedly strengthened anti-Houthi forces, suggesting a potentially different dynamic for the Houthis in any renew
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Trump Warns U.S. Will Resume "Very Powerful" Military Operation If Talks Fail
President Trump stated that the window for negotiations is limited, warning that if talks fail, the U.S. will resume a “very powerful” military operation.
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Bitcoin Price Nears $66K as US Stocks Rise on Easing US-Iran Tensions
Bitcoin's price approached $66,000, mirroring gains in US stocks. This movement occurred as relief over the cessation of US-Iran strikes spread across risk assets at the start of the US trading sessio
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Iran MP Khazrian States Oman Cannot Open Strait of Hormuz, Citing Need for Iran's Coordination
Iran MP Khazrian stated that Oman cannot open the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized that the strait requires Iran's coordination.
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Russian Defence Ministry: Russian Forces Hit Facilities in Ukraine's Port of Odesa
The Russian Defence Ministry reported that Russian forces struck facilities in Ukraine's Port of Odesa.
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Merchant Ships in Strait of Hormuz Continue Using Iran's Designated Route, Avoiding US-Backed Corridor
Maritime intelligence firms report that nearly all merchant ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz are continuing to use Iran's designated route, with none taking the U.S.-backed southern corridor. Trans
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Stock futures rise as oil drops after U.S. pauses Iran strikes
Stock futures rose and oil prices dropped after the U.S. paused its strikes against Iran.
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Stock Futures Surge Amid Middle East Fighting Pause and AI Infrastructure Deals
Stock futures are surging following a pause in fighting in the Middle East and a series of AI infrastructure deals.
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Saudi Foreign Ministry Reserves Right to Respond After Attack from Iran-Allied Iraqi Groups
The Saudi Foreign Ministry announced it reserves the right to respond, following an attack by armed groups in Iraq allied with Iran.
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Oil Prices Drop 5% as Trump Pauses Iran Strike Plans, Analysts Warn Supply Risks Remain
Oil prices fell over 5% after the Trump administration paused plans to intensify strikes on Iran. However, analysts warn that the selloff may be premature, citing ongoing disruptions to shipping throu
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Nasdaq Composite Multiple indicators for the 100 Index are showing reversal signals; technical oversold conditions, hedge fund position reductions, and seasonal patterns point to a potential rebound
Following the recent sustained decline in the Nasdaq 100 Index (NDX), multiple technical indicators, positioning data, and seasonal patterns are simultaneously signaling a reversal, suggesting that a
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US Halts Bombing of Iran Amid Reports of Depleted Weapons Stocks
The US has halted its bombing of Iran. This pause comes as tit-for-tat strikes in the Middle East have ceased, reportedly due to depleted US weapons stocks.
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Oil Prices Dive as US and Iran Pause Attacks for Talks
Oil prices have dived after the US announced a halt to attacks on Iran, stating the pause is intended to create space for talks and raising hopes for a resolution to the conflict.
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Iran Redirects Vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Citing "Illegal and Unsafe" Passage
Iran announced it redirected several vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming they attempted an "illegal and unsafe" passage after allegedly switching off their tracking systems. State media reported
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US domestic critical minerals supply unlikely to meet Trump's 2027 independence goal
President Trump aims to end U.S. reliance on Chinese critical minerals by January 2027. However, industry leaders warn that domestic supply is far from ready, despite billions in government support. T
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Kremlin declines to comment on Zelenskiy's claim of 30,000 North Korean troops preparing to deploy to Russia
The Kremlin declined to comment on Ukrainian President Zelenskiy's assertion that Moscow is preparing to receive 30,000 North Korean troops in Russia's Voronezh region.
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Bitcoin is back above $65,000 as U.S. and Iran hold fire; Oil drops 5%
Bitcoin has risen back above $65,000, with Ethereum outperforming it, potentially signaling an altcoin rally. This market movement follows reports of the U.S. and Iran holding fire, which saw oil pric
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Sanctioned Russian Ship "Mikhail Britnev" Reportedly Delivered Military Vehicles to Mali, Defying US Sanctions
The sanctioned Russian cargo ship "Mikhail Britnev" reportedly delivered a large number of military vehicles, including armoured personnel carriers and trucks, to Mali, according to BBC Verify. Satell
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Former U.S. Ambassador Bill Taylor: Ukraine Is Maintaining Momentum on the Battlefield, and Putin Is Under Pressure
Former U.S. Ambassador Bill Taylor said on a Bloomberg TV program that Ukraine is maintaining its momentum on the battlefield despite intensified Russian missile attacks. Taylor explained that Russia’
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OPEC+ may decide Sunday to lift oil output quotas for a sixth straight month; analysts warn exports could be problematic amid broadening Iran war
OPEC+ may decide Sunday to lift oil output quotas for a sixth straight month; analysts warn exports could be problematic amid broadening Iran war
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Tensions Escalate in the Middle East: Oil Tanker Attacked Near Oman; Iran Threatens to Close Key Shipping Lanes, Including the Strait of Hormuz
According to reports, an oil tanker was struck by an “unidentified projectile” 11 nautical miles northeast of Oman, causing damage to the engine room; another oil tanker reported an explosion in the v
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Iranian Kurdish Parties in Iraq Face Intense Iranian Attacks, Deny US Military Aid
Iranian Kurdish opposition parties based in Iraq are facing a delicate balance as their bases have been heavily attacked by Iranian drones and missiles since the US-Israel strikes on Iran began on Feb
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The analysis points out that Iran’s overlapping centers of power complicate efforts to end the war with the United States, and that the Revolutionary Guards possess significant operational autonomy.
CNBC analysis notes that Iran’s overlapping power structures—including the Supreme Leader, the Revolutionary Guards, and the civilian government—complicate efforts to end the war with the United State
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Israeli West Bank Settler Tells BBC Attacks on Palestinians Are Justified as Revenge, Equating One Jewish Life to "10 Million" Palestinians
An Israeli settler in the West Bank, Yehuda Shimon, told the BBC that recent attacks on Palestinian villages were justified as revenge for the killing of an Israeli security guard. Shimon, a lawyer re
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Yemen's Houthis Deny Plan to Charge Ships for Red Sea Transit, State Passage Remains Free
Yemen's Houthi rebels have denied reports of plans to charge ships for passing through the Red Sea, stating that passage through the waterway remains free. The Houthi-run Humanitarian Operations Coord
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Trump: Iran's Missile Capability Weakened, Production 'Almost Completely Disappeared'
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran's missile capability has weakened significantly, with the country possessing "far fewer" missiles than four to five months ago. Trump added that Ira
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Iran Names South Korea-Built UAE Nuclear Plant as Potential Target
Iran has included the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi, which is South Korea’s first overseas nuclear project, in a list of potential targets.
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BCA Research has turned bullish on gold, believing the recent sell-off is nearing its end
BCA Research, a macroeconomic research firm, says now is the time to buy gold, noting that the recent sell-off in gold is nearing its end as resistance caused by rising real yields is subsiding. The f
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US Strategic Petroleum Reserve Won’t Be Tapped to Ease Prices in War’s New Phase
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve will not be tapped to ease rising fuel prices, despite the ongoing "war's new phase" in the Hormuz crisis.
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Iran claims to have attacked U.S. military targets in Kuwait in retaliation for previous U.S. airstrikes against Iran
The Iranian military announced Friday that it had used drones to strike U.S. military facilities at the Ahmed Jaber Air Base in Kuwait, targeting hangars and satellite communication systems. Iran said
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Iran's IRGC stopped two tankers in Strait of Hormuz, Fars reports
Iran's Fars news agency reported that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stopped two tankers from passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Following this, four other tankers reportedly changed
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Six Saudi Oil Tankers Divert from Red Sea, Opting for Longer Africa Route Due to Houthi Threats
Six Saudi oil tankers are diverting from the Red Sea's critical Bab el-Mandeb chokepoint, embarking on an unusual, longer journey around Africa. This rerouting is a direct response to persistent threa
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Israeli Forces Strike Hezbollah Tunnel Network in Southern Lebanon
Israeli forces struck towns near Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, stating they used 700 tonnes of explosives to destroy parts of a Hezbollah tunnel network. This action follows Israel's agreement
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Oil Prices Poised for Largest Monthly Gain Since March Amid US-Iran War Escalation
Oil prices are on track for their largest monthly gain since March, following a volatile week. This surge is attributed to the escalation of the US-Iran war.
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Former US Congresswoman Jane Harman Says US-Iran War Makes Every Middle East Country a Target
Former U.S. Congresswoman Jane Harman stated that the ongoing U.S. war in Iran has rendered every country in the Middle East a potential target. She emphasized that this includes nations not yet direc
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Iran's Army Claims Attack on U.S. Assets in Bahrain's Sheikh Issa Base, State Media Reports
Iran's army claims it launched an attack on U.S. assets located in Bahrain's Sheikh Issa Base, according to reports from Iranian state media.
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BBC Analysis: Iran May Prefer Limited War with US Over Peace to Gain Strategic Leverage
BBC analysis suggests that Iran may believe a limited conflict with the United States serves its strategic interests better than peace. Following Iran's recent missile strike on a US base in Jordan, w
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Oil Prices Fall as Saudi Arabia Proposes Formation of a Red Sea Maritime Defense Alliance
On Thursday (July 30), international oil prices fell by more than 1% as investors assessed Saudi Arabia’s proposal to form a maritime defense alliance. The alliance aims to strengthen defense cooperat
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Silver prices remain below $60 per ounce despite Fed holding rates steady
Silver September futures opened at $57.97 per ounce on Thursday, July 30, 2026, down 0.2% from Wednesday's close, and later rose to $58.24. The precious metal continues to struggle to reclaim the $60
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IRAN'S REVOLUTIONARY GUARDS CLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ATTACK ON ALI AL SALEM AIRBASE IN KUWAIT
IRAN'S REVOLUTIONARY GUARDS CLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ATTACK ON ALI AL SALEM AIRBASE IN KUWAIT
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Russia Likely Used North Korean Missile in Deadly Strike Near Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, Military Source Says
Russia Likely Used North Korean Missile in Deadly Strike Near Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, Military Source Says
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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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