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An analysis notes that Palantir’s stock price failed to keep pace with the rally in software stocks due to geopolitical and valuation concerns.
MarketWatch analysis notes that the stock price of data analytics firm Palantir Technologies is being weighed down by geopolitical and valuation concerns, preventing it from riding the current wave of
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Iran Says It Has Not Sought US Talks in Past 16-17 Days
Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported that Iran has not sought talks with the United States in the past 16-17 days.
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Al Jazeera Analysis: Netanyahu's Influence in Washington Under Scrutiny Amid Fraying US-Israel Ties
Al Jazeera analysis suggests that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's long-claimed influence in Washington is facing growing scrutiny, with his upcoming visit to meet US President Trump seen b
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Iran Rejects Trump's Frozen Funds Plan, Threatens Hormuz Transit Ban for Compensated Ships
Iran has rejected a plan proposed by former US President Donald Trump, who claimed that ships damaged by Iran in the Gulf would be compensated from frozen Iranian funds. In response, IRGC spokesperson
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US and Iran Send Conflicting Signals on Talks Despite Ceasefire
The United States and Iran continue to send conflicting signals regarding potential talks, despite an ongoing ceasefire. Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran had requested negotiations,
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Bank of America Warns 'Super El Niño' Expected to Further Squeeze Global Commodities Markets
A "Super El Niño" is expected this year, which Bank of America strategists warn will further tighten global commodities markets already strained by geopolitical conflicts. The climate pattern is forec
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Kremlin Accuses Ukraine of Attacking Nord Stream Pipelines, CPC Infrastructure, and an Iranian Ship
The Kremlin stated that Ukraine was responsible for multiple attacks. Russia accused Ukraine of blowing up Germany's Nord Stream gas pipelines, damaging Kazakhstan by attacking the Caspian Pipeline Co
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Kremlin says Russia's 'special military operation' must succeed, threat from Ukraine must be eliminated
Kremlin says Russia's 'special military operation' must succeed, threat from Ukraine must be eliminated
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Civil Unrest Halts Operations at Libya's Mellitah Oil & Gas Complex, Disrupting Gas Supplies
Operations at Libya's Mellitah Oil & Gas Complex have been halted due to civil unrest, after protesters stormed the facility. The shutdown has disrupted key gas supply lines, prompting warnings of a p
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US Tech Stocks Sink, S&P 500 & Nasdaq Futures Slide Amid Deepening Chip Sell-off
US tech stocks are sinking, with Nasdaq-100 futures down 0.9% and S&P 500 futures dropping 0.2%, as a sell-off in memory chipmakers deepens. South Korea's Kospi benchmark tumbled over 10% on Tuesday,
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Iran's Government Spokesperson Says Country Lost 230 Million Cubic Meters of Gas Production Capacity Due to War with U.S.
Iran's government spokesperson stated that the country has lost approximately 230 million cubic meters of its gas production capacity. This reduction is attributed to the war with the United States.
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Netanyahu Arrives in Washington for Talks with Trump Amid Five-Month Iran War
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington, D.C., for discussions with former U.S. President Donald Trump. This meeting occurs as the war involving Iran continues into its fif
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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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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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Russian airstrikes hit multiple cities in Ukraine, killing at least eight people.
Ukraine's Air Force reported that air defense systems intercepted 141 targets during a massive overnight drone and two Zircon anti-ship missile attack by Russia. In the Kharkiv region, Governor Oleh S
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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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Hong Kong to expand renminbi-denominated bond, gold and commodity markets, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan
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NVIDIA VP: Vera Rubin Platform Achieves 30x Throughput Increase on Agentic AI Workloads
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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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NVIDIA VP: Agentic AI to Boost Computing Power Demand 100-fold, Altering Traditional Scheduling Models
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Big Tech uses guarantees to keep $300bn of AI exposure off balance sheets, with Wall Street facilitating cheaper funding
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Google executive says Asia's AI adoption is outpacing perception, with demand rising for cost-effectiveness
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