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Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman stated that negotiations with Oman took a long time due to the complexity of the subject matter, the involvement of multiple parties, and attempts by some countries to disrupt the process.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman stated that negotiations with Oman took a long time due to the complexity of the subject matter, the involvement of multiple parties, and attempts by some countries t
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China's Xi Touts Military, Economic Agenda at Key Event
China's Xi Touts Military, Economic Agenda at Key Event
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Asian Refiners Ask to Pick Up Saudi Oil Outside Risky Red Sea
Asian Refiners Ask to Pick Up Saudi Oil Outside Risky Red Sea
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Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, announced military and political victory in the war against the United States and Israel.
Ghalibaf's remarks come as a 60-day US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement is set to expire.
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WuXi AppTec's stock price surged 100% to an all-time high, as investors bet on its continued core position in the global drug supply chain.
WuXi AppTec's stock price hit a record high last week, doubling its January level, despite the U.S. Pentagon listing it as a Chinese military company, which could lead some American clients to withdra
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President Trump says he has instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to reduce U.S. joint military exercises with South Korea.
President Trump says he has instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to reduce U.S. joint military exercises with South Korea. The move signals a potential shift in Washington’s military posture on t
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Turkish President Erdogan says Hamas acted sincerely, criticises Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made these remarks in an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, adding that Trump is concerned about the situation and Turkiye will continue to warn against furthe
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Turkish President Erdogan Calls for Reopening of Strait of Hormuz Amid Oil Disruption
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that global oil flows must resume, adding that both Turkey and Iran support keeping oil moving through the strategic waterway.
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Former Israeli captive Rom Braslavsky requests National Security Minister Ben-Gvir to allow him to execute Palestinian prisoners by hanging.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir responded that he would work to fulfill the request, stating that executing Palestinian prisoners was "one of his biggest dreams."
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US considers sanctions on Brazil judge, posing a new test for diplomatic ties as leftwing leader Lula launches re-election campaign
US considers sanctions on Brazil judge, posing a new test for diplomatic ties as leftwing leader Lula launches re-election campaign
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Bloomberg: US-Iran MOU expires, but full-scale conflict unlikely to immediately erupt, diplomatic efforts in Strait of Hormuz continue
Bloomberg Middle East correspondent Dan Williams analyzes that the expiration of the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) itself is unlikely to trigger an all-out war, and diplomatic efforts rega
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Israel's defense minister ordered the transfer of civil enforcement authority in the West Bank to Israeli police, a move Palestinian officials and analysts warned was tantamount to "de facto annexation."
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Friday ordered the military to formulate a plan to transfer civilian law enforcement authority in the occupied West Bank to the Israeli police. The move was str
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Al Jazeera: US-Iran War and Naval Blockade Cripple Iranian Economy, Annual Inflation Reaches 88%, President Pezeshkian Considers Raising Gasoline Prices
Reports indicate that Iran's annual inflation rate has reached approximately 88%, with food inflation exceeding 128%, and oil and fat commodity inflation soaring to 261%. Youth unemployment has risen
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India has directed state-owned and private refiners to significantly increase liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production to bolster domestic supply, due to ongoing uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz (which accounts for 90% of its LPG imports) caused by the Iran war.
India has directed state-owned and private refiners to significantly increase liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production to bolster domestic supply, due to ongoing uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz (w
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Lighters become essential in Gaza amid scarcity, prices surge to $27-33 from $0.33 pre-war
The ongoing Israeli siege and restrictions on goods have made lighters scarce and critical for daily life in Gaza, where residents rely on them to start fires for cooking and heating due to shortages
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Analysts: Israeli October election to focus on domestic issues, not Palestine
Analysts point out that despite the conflict and war facing Israel, the general election scheduled for October 27 will primarily focus on domestic issues. Core concerns for voters include opposition t
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Qatar denies Iran's claim of capturing three Iranian pilots after downing two fighter jets on March 2, 2026, during a military operation at the start of the US-Iran war.
Iran's Brig Gen Mohammad Bagherzadeh stated in a letter to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that three pilots—Javad Salehi, Abdul Majid Dashtian, and Imran Behroshian—have been held
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SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) is up 43% YTD, but its gains could be reversed if the Strait of Hormuz reopens faster than expected, according to analysis.
The ETF's year-to-date surge, with its price near $179, is attributed to Middle East supply disruptions that halted about 10.5 million barrels per day of Gulf production in April. However, the EIA for
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The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is approaching levels that could damage its storage caverns due to rapid releases, with inventory falling below 300 million barrels for the first time in 40 years.
According to data from the U.S. Department of Energy, after releasing 172 million barrels to counter supply disruptions caused by the Iran war, the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) will fall to appro
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Israeli Strike Kills Seven in South Lebanon, Deadliest Since June Agreements Significantly Reduced Hostilities
An Israeli air strike killed seven people and wounded three in southern Lebanon early on Saturday, according to state media, as Israel intensified attacks across several towns and villages overnight.
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U.S. to warn allies against joining Chinese AI initiatives, per Reuters
Washington is preparing to warn partner countries against joining competing Chinese AI initiatives, according to Reuters. Countries aligned with the U.S.-led Pax Silica framework could risk exclusion
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Council on Foreign Relations Expert: Oil Producers, Buyers Seeking Long-Term Alternatives to Strait of Hormuz
Clara Gillispie, senior fellow for climate and energy at the Council on Foreign Relations, said oil producers and buyers are considering the Strait of Hormuz potentially being closed or operating at r
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Trump says he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz a territory of the United States.
Trump says he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz a territory of the United States.
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Brent crude approaches $100 amid Hormuz attacks and stalled US-Iran talks, despite a large US crude inventory build
Brent crude is set for a 5% weekly gain, with prices nearing $100 per barrel, as Iran escalates strikes on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and US-Iran settlement hopes fade. Although a 17-million-barrel
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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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Canadian Prime Minister Carney is taking his investment pitch from "Maple Davos" to Strasbourg, aiming to diversify the country's economy and reduce its reliance on the United States.
Canadian Prime Minister Carney is taking his investment pitch from "Maple Davos" to Strasbourg, aiming to diversify the country's economy and reduce its reliance on the United States.
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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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Decentralized Applications (DApps) Explained: Reshaping the Foundation of the Web3 Ecosystem
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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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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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Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'catastrophic,' 'unjustifiable,' and 'disproportionate' as US tour resumes
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