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Municipal-bond market on pace for third straight record year of issuance
While geopolitical and monetary policy concerns have pushed global nominal yields higher, municipal bond technicals remain strong, helping the market easily digest record issuance. Nisha Patel, Senior
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UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk expressed concern over the increasing number of executions in Iran, with at least 56 people executed since March, 27 of whom were linked to protests in January.
Volker Türk stated that the death penalty continues to be used "to create fear among the population and suppress dissent." He noted that since March 19, at least 56 individuals have been executed on c
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Russian Drone Company Head Injured in Car Bomb Attack
Vladimir Tkachyuk, head of a Russian drone company, was injured in a car bomb attack. The attack is the latest targeting prominent figures in Russia's war effort.
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Israeli military issues evacuation warning for southern Lebanese village
Israeli military issues evacuation warning for southern Lebanese village
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US government's recent equity stakes in companies like Intel signal a new industrial policy tool, shifting from emergency backstops to geopolitical strategy.
MarketWatch reports that the US government's recent deals to take stakes in companies, such as its investment in Intel last August, represent a new approach. Unlike the 2008 financial crisis where gov
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Glencore's H1 2026 energy trading profits soared 66 times to $2.66 billion, benefiting from Iran war market turmoil
The commodity giant's adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) from trading reached $2.66 billion in the first half of 2026, a significant increase from $40 million a year earlier. CEO Gary
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Al Jazeera: Israeli restrictions on Palestinian movement have exacerbated the fragmentation of the West Bank. Since October 2023, the number of Palestinian workers permitted to work in Israel has decreased from approximately 193,000 to about 44,000.
An analysis by Al Jazeera highlighted that Israeli restrictions on Palestinians' movement in the West Bank, including military checkpoints, roadblocks, and a permit system, have led to the fragmentati
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DeItaone reported that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine's air defense supply levels are three times lower than last year.
DeItaone reported that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine's air defense supply levels are three times lower than last year.
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DeItaone forwarded Iran TV's report stating that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz depends on a change in US behavior, and that Iran-Oman talks on Hormuz are unrelated to an immediate re
DeItaone forwarded Iran TV's report stating that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz depends on a change in US behavior, and that Iran-Oman talks on Hormuz are unrelated to an immediate reopening.
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DeItaone: Yemen's Houthis Say They Attacked Vessel in the Red Sea -Military Spokesperson
DeItaone: Yemen's Houthis Say They Attacked Vessel in the Red Sea -Military Spokesperson
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U.S. copper prices near all-time highs, impacted by tariff risks and Strait of Hormuz speculation
New York copper futures prices are near historical highs, as investors await a US tariff decision while monitoring progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has boosted demand for risk assets.
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Israel approves $37 million allocation aimed at controlling over 70 historical sites in the occupied West Bank
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that the government steering committee has approved an allocation of 113 million shekels (approximately $37 million) to assert control over more tha
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Iran's military announced that it has maximized the opportunity to enhance its military capabilities during the ceasefire with the United States, and missile production has increased.
Last month, Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson Hossein Mohbi stated that Iran's missile production speed increased during the ceasefire, and missile accuracy improved throug
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DeItaone: Iran's Foreign Minister Spokesperson Says Talks with Oman Assessed as 'Positive' at Both Technical and Political Levels - State Media
DeItaone: Iran's Foreign Minister Spokesperson Says Talks with Oman Assessed as 'Positive' at Both Technical and Political Levels - State Media
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U.S. Department of Defense Signs Multi-Billion Dollar Agreements with Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman to Accelerelate Production of Patriot Missile and THAAD Interceptor Components
The U.S. Department of Defense on Monday signed a multi-billion dollar framework agreement with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, aiming to accelerate the production of Patriot missile and THAAD i
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Russian oil exports decline as Ukrainian drone attacks subside, boosting refining volumes
Previously, Ukraine shifted its attack targets to oil tankers, enabling Russian refineries to process more crude oil, thereby reducing external exports.
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Ukraine's national railway company is seeking new grain export routes after Russian attacks on its Black Sea ports disrupted grain shipments.
Ukraine's national railway company is seeking new grain export routes after Russian attacks on its Black Sea ports disrupted grain shipments.
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Saudi Aramco's adjusted net profit for Q2 2026 was $33.4 billion, a 33% year-over-year increase, exceeding expectations due to rising oil prices from the Iran war.
Saudi Aramco announced that its adjusted net profit for the second quarter was $33.4 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations of $31.59 billion. Although crude oil sales and production declined durin
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THERE IS NO REAL LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE FOR BLACK SEA PORTS FOR GRAIN EXPORTS, UKRAINE'S FARM MINISTER TELLS REUTERS
THERE IS NO REAL LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE FOR BLACK SEA PORTS FOR GRAIN EXPORTS, UKRAINE'S FARM MINISTER TELLS REUTERS
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Roebuck stated that Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz is a decisive bargaining chip.
Roebuck stated that Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz is a decisive bargaining chip.
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Oil prices rise after a vessel reported being hit by an "unknown projectile" in the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude up 2.5% to $85.79 a barrel and WTI up 2% to $81.90
Oil prices rise after a vessel reported being hit by an "unknown projectile" in the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude up 2.5% to $85.79 a barrel and WTI up 2% to $81.90
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DeItaone: Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Confirms Ongoing Efforts and Search for Diplomatic Solution in U.S.-Iran Talks
Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson stated that efforts are ongoing with all parties regarding U.S.-Iran talks, and they are looking into a diplomatic solution.
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DeItaone: Yemen's Houthis Say They Hit Saudi Target at Najran Airport
DeItaone: Yemen's Houthis Say They Hit Saudi Target at Najran Airport
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TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS DRAFTING A BAN ON U.S. IMPORTS OF CHINESE DATA CENTER DEVICES, ACCORDING TO SOURCES
TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS DRAFTING A BAN ON U.S. IMPORTS OF CHINESE DATA CENTER DEVICES, ACCORDING TO SOURCES
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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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Brent crude oil surged to $132 this week after the Saudi East-West Pipeline was attacked and shut down, forcing Saudi Arabia to rely on high-cost "relay oil transportation" via the Strait of Hormuz.
A drone launched from Iraq by Iranian-backed militants recently struck Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, forcing its shutdown, the Wall Street Journal reported. The pipeline, previously a critica
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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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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: 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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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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