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Trump says "we want missiles too" in response to Zelenskyy's request for missiles
Trump says "we want missiles too" in response to Zelenskyy's request for missiles
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U.S. Stocks Close Lower Amid Hormuz Deal Doubts
The Dow industrials led U.S. stocks to a lower close in a jittery session, as doubts emerged regarding a potential deal concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf criticized U.S. tactics as "theater diplomacy" and a "failed strategy"
Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that "theater diplomacy" will not work, criticizing U.S. tactics. He described the U.S. approach as using "bullying + broken promises + fake news as leverage
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Nuclear Arms Makers See 30% Increase in Financing Amid Rising Geopolitical Risks
A report indicates that defense contractors involved in producing nuclear weapons have received approximately 30% more loans and investment this year compared to a year ago. This trend suggests a wani
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US Imports of Saudi Crude Oil Dropped to Zero in July, First Time Since 1985
US Imports of Saudi Crude Oil Dropped to Zero in July, First Time Since 1985
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Yemen's Houthis claim deadly drone and ballistic missile attacks on Saudi-led coalition forces in Marib and Hadramout
The attacks targeted Saudi-led coalition and Yemeni government military sites, potentially signaling an expansion of the conflict.
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Gas prices could remain high this fall despite crude price stabilization, as Ukraine and Iran wars have tightened global refining capacity by millions of barrels per day.
The refining market remains extremely tight due to disruptions from the Ukraine and Iran wars, which have idled an estimated 5 million barrels per day (bpd) of refining capacity, according to Valero C
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Experts question Netanyahu's strategy, believing Israel's war against Iran is a strategic failure, or that it will confront Iran alone.
Al Jazeera reported that experts are questioning Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's strategy, considering Israel's war with Iran a strategic failure with implications for the global economy. Netanyahu
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Eight Arab and Muslim countries strongly denounce Israeli violations in Gaza, demand protection for medics
The foreign ministers of the UAE, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt issued a joint statement on Thursday, condemning Israel's ongoing actions in Gaza. They specifica
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Israeli prosecutors charge settler with manslaughter over killing of Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen
Israeli prosecutors have filed charges in a district court against Yinon Levi, the first Israeli to be indicted for killing a Palestinian in over seven years. Hathaleen was killed in July 2025 in the
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Trump vows to hunt down 'leakers' after reports of depleted munitions, while denying any weapons shortages in Iran war
U.S. President Donald Trump has vowed to find and seek long-term jail sentences for "leakers" following several media reports that U.S. munitions stockpiles are dangerously depleted amid the war with
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Iran and Oman agree on new coordinates for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman agree on new coordinates for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
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U.S. Military: Aware of North Korea Missile Launch, Consulting with Allies
U.S. Military: Aware of North Korea Missile Launch, Consulting with Allies
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Al Jazeera analysis: The long-standing pact between Israel's government and military has broken down due to prolonged conflict
A recent analysis by Al Jazeera suggests that nearly three years after the October 7 attacks, the relationship between political authority and military judgment in Israel has been upended. The comment
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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Saudi Arabia, seeking economic support and strengthening defense cooperation, as tensions escalate in the Gulf region.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry stated that the two-day visit comes amidst escalating tensions in the Gulf region, and Pakistan hopes Saudi Arabia will increase financing and approve an extension of oil l
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US-Israel War on Iran Disrupts Europe's Summer Travel, Forcing Flight Reroutes and Boosting Intra-European Tourism
The conflict has compelled airlines to abandon large swathes of airspace, leading to longer, costlier detours and significant flight schedule changes. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
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Ukraine's military hit two major Russian oil refineries, including Slavneft-Yanos in Yaroslavl, in long-range drone attacks, causing fire and injuries
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the strikes on Thursday, stating they aim to limit Russia's oil revenues used to finance the war. The Slavneft-Yanos facility is one of Russia's bigge
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Nikkei Asia: US-Israel War on Iran Significantly Reshapes Asia's Energy Landscape, US and Russia Emerge as Key Beneficiaries
Nikkei Asia reports that more than five months since the US and Israel went to war with Iran, Asia's procurement sources for oil and liquefied natural gas have shifted significantly, with the United S
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Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 6, while Russia intercepts 605 Ukrainian drones.
Ukrainian officials said that Russian overnight attacks on the Kharkiv and Sumy regions killed a total of six people. Meanwhile, the Russian Ministry of Defense stated that its air defense systems int
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Russia Intensifies Black Sea Attacks on Ukraine's Ports, Crippling Shipping and Causing Casualties; July Saw 57 Strikes on Civilian Vessels
Russia has significantly escalated its attacks on Ukraine's Black Sea ports, particularly Odesa, aiming to sever the country's commercial links. The assaults have caused severe damage to port infrastr
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Asian stocks are set to fall as AI frenzy cools and focus shifts to Strait of Hormuz developments
Asian stocks are poised to decline on Thursday (local time) as investors digest previous gains in technology shares and closely monitor for signs of progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz,
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Iran Says No Decision Yet on Second Stage of US Talks
Former Assistant Secretary of State Barbara Leaf commented that a potential deal between the US and Iran on the Strait of Hormuz would merely reset the negotiating table for more detailed discussions
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Mosaic Co. faces surging input costs from the war in Iran, with production cutbacks insufficient to offset the impact on its phosphate business.
Mosaic Co. faces surging input costs from the war in Iran, with production cutbacks insufficient to offset the impact on its phosphate business.
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Bank of America says S&P 500 has hit its 2026 target of 7,741, with technical indicators suggesting a potential rally extension towards 8,000-8,541
Bank of America (BOFA) stated that the S&P 500 has reached its 2026 target of 7,741. Technical indicators suggest the rally could extend towards 8,000, 8,234, and potentially 8,541. The bank identifie
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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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The Senate failed to pass a cryptocurrency ethics rule because it did not cover the interests of officials' adult children.
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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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Musk reposted a SpaceX tweet, confirming the deployment of 27 Starlink satellites.
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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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Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'catastrophic,' 'unjustifiable,' and 'disproportionate' as US tour resumes
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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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