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Oil prices rise after U.S. and Saudi Arabia attack Iran-backed militias in Iraq
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent crude oil prices climbed on Wednesday, driven by the risk of further conflict following attacks by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia on Iran-backed militias in Iraq.
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Bank Strategists Advise 'All-In' on Equities Despite Oil Surge and Tech Tumble
Strategists at a bank, led by Max Kettner, are recommending investors go 'all-in' on equities. They argue that stocks have shown resilience despite a 40% rise in oil prices, recent pullbacks in the te
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Saudi Aramco Considers New Pricing for Asia-Bound Oil Amid Red Sea Disruptions
Saudi Aramco is considering implementing a new pricing system for crude oil destined for Asia, specifically for shipments originating from Egypt's Sidi Kerir. This move comes as Houthi attacks continu
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Saudi Aramco Considers New Oil Pricing for Asia Amid Houthi Threats in Red Sea
Saudi Aramco is preparing a new selling price for oil loaded at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Sidi Kerir for delivery to Asia. This decision follows increased risks in the Red Sea due to attacks by Ir
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UBS CEO: The AI pullback is healthy, but geopolitical volatility poses a greater risk
Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS (UBS), said that the pullback in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector is healthy, but geopolitical volatility is a greater risk that investors should be watching. UBS rep
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Tensions in the Middle East are driving up oil prices, and the Federal Reserve is weighing its interest rate decision
International oil prices have risen amid tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the U.S. Federal Reserve is weighing its latest interest rate decision. In addition, shares of South Korean chipmaker S
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Iran and Oman exchange proposals for managing Strait of Hormuz, with Iran seeking greater control
Iran has rejected Oman's proposal for a 50-50 joint oversight mechanism of the critical Strait of Hormuz, instead submitting its own counterproposal. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi s
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Iran Strike Rattles Global Markets, Sends Oil Higher
A surprise strike by Iran has rattled global markets and sent oil prices higher.
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Wheat Futures Climb for Second Day as Black Sea Exports Falter
Wheat futures rose for a second consecutive day, as escalating attacks between Russia and Ukraine threatened export prospects from the Black Sea region, a key global supply hub.
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Iran Fires Missiles at US Forces in Jordan; US Military Reports Interception
The US military announced it successfully intercepted a barrage of missiles fired by Iran at its troops stationed in Jordan. This attack marks an end to a five-day pause in the conflict and occurred c
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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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US Accuses Iran's IRGC of Surprise Ballistic Missile Attacks Amid Regional Tensions
The United States has accused Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of carrying out "surprise" ballistic missile attacks. This claim comes as Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones, and I
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Yemen's Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi oil tanker NCC GHAZAL in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi group claims it fired ballistic missiles at the Saudi oil tanker NCC GHAZAL in the Red Sea. This alleged attack follows the Houthis' imposition of a naval blockade on Saudi vessels in t
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U.S. Military: All Iranian Missiles Successfully Intercepted
The U.S. military announced that all Iranian missiles launched were successfully intercepted.
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U.S. Military Reports Iran's Revolutionary Guard Launched Ballistic Missiles
The U.S. military reported that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces launched multiple ballistic missiles from Iran at 5:45 P.M. ET on July 28.
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Iran launched ballistic missiles towards a U.S. base in Jordan, Axios reports.
Iran launched ballistic missiles towards a U.S. base in Jordan, according to a report by Axios.
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Iran and Oman Exchange Proposals on Strait of Hormuz Management Amid Ongoing Tensions
Iran and Oman have exchanged proposals regarding the future management of the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway. Oman proposed a joint regional mechanism with “voluntary fees,” modeled after the
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U.S. Official: Iran's Demands on Strait of Hormuz Being Rejected by Oman, U.S., and International Community
A U.S. official stated that Iran is making overreaching demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz, which are being rightly rejected by Oman, the United States, and the international community.
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Kyiv warns Iran against escalation after Caspian Sea attack, denies targeting civilians
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha warned Iran against escalation following a Ukrainian drone attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, which Iran denounced. Sybiha emphasized t
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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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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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Big Oil Is Making Big Money During Iran War Market Turmoil
Big oil companies are generating significant profits amidst the market turmoil caused by the Iran War. Market dislocations have created lucrative opportunities for firms capable of sourcing, transport
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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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