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Al Jazeera commented that the Israeli government is using "Islamophobia" tactics to gain support from the Western right-wing, in order to salvage its international standing.
Commentators suggest that the Netanyahu government is appealing to the Western right, which is increasingly receptive to its message, by stoking anti-Muslim sentiment. The article cites a study commis
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Human Rights Watch reports that Israeli settler violence puts dozens of Palestinian communities in the West Bank at risk of erasure, calling for sanctions and a suspension of military aid to Israel.
Human Rights Watch released a report stating that increased attacks by Israeli settlers, coupled with the rapid expansion of settlements, are driving the forced displacement of Palestinians. The repor
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Over 60% of ships in Strait of Hormuz used 'dark routes' in August to avoid military targeting, data shows
Maritime intelligence firm Kpler data for August 1-19 reveals that 148 out of 236 vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, including oil and gas carriers, turned off their Automatic Identification Sys
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Somali piracy resurges in Red Sea region, attributed to U.S.-Iran war diverting enforcement resources and regional instability
The return of Somali piracy, which had declined since 2010, is now a major concern for shipping companies. The U.S.-Iran war has diverted American naval resources and fueled regional instability, crea
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Ukraine's Grain Shipments Are at a Virtual Halt
Ukraine's Grain Shipments Are at a Virtual Halt
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Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills 3 and wounds 20, collapsing a residential building
Russia launched a large ballistic missile attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, killing at least three people and wounding 20 others, with 14 of the wounded hospitalized. The strike caused a nine-sto
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Donald Trump announces "most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country" targeting Iran, warns allies providing lifeline will face "tremendous economic consequences"
In a statement on Truth Social, Trump declared this would be "Economic Warfare and Isolation on an unprecedented scale," asserting Iran's military and currency are in ruins, and reiterated that "Iran
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Australia 'outraged' by Israel's decision not to prosecute over aid worker's killing, to summon ambassador
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong expressed "outrage" over Israel's decision not to prosecute those responsible for the death of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, who was killed in a Gaza air
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Experts say the USS Lincoln's predicament highlights the limitations of the U.S. Navy in a prolonged war with Iran.
According to Al Jazeera, the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier faced severe conditions during its record-breaking deployment, including crew morale issues, shortages of basic supplies, and maintena
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US envoy warns Israel's strike on a Syrian airbase could have sparked direct confrontation with Turkish forces
US envoy warns Israel's strike on a Syrian airbase could have sparked direct confrontation with Turkish forces
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Former US Ambassador Daniel Fried says Iran has 'little incentive' to open Strait of Hormuz, adding that a solution to the conflict will require patience.
Former US Ambassador to Poland Daniel Fried said Iranians have little incentive in the near term to allow the Strait of Hormuz to open. Fried, who also served as the assistant Secretary of State for E
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Analysts say Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu may seek to escalate the conflict in Syria ahead of the US election, as Israel has hindered progress in peace talks with Syria.
Al Jazeera quoted analysts as saying that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may seek to escalate the conflict over Syria, and that Israel has hindered progress in peace talks with Syria. Previ
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Putin Pledges Help for Wildberries Warehouses Hit by Ukraine Drones
Kyiv’s drones have partly or completely destroyed seven warehouses of Russia’s largest online retailer, Wildberries.
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Israel opens tenders for 1,234 settlement homes in E1 area, a move condemned for potentially dividing West Bank and undermining Palestinian state hopes
The tenders are for a project in the E1 area, east of Jerusalem, which has long faced international condemnation. Critics argue the development would effectively bisect the occupied West Bank and isol
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Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, a symbol of Gaza's suffering, and announces a criminal investigation into her death
The Israeli military stated on Wednesday that troops "fired at a vehicle that was approaching them," marking the first time Israel has admitted shooting at the car in which five-year-old Hind Rajab wa
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India approves incentive scheme to promote piped natural gas connections as Iran war drives up LPG costs
The Indian government has approved a "Scheme to Incentivize Domestic Piped Natural Gas Connectivity" aimed at increasing the supply of cooking gas to households. This move comes as the Iran war has di
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Al Jazeera's commentary points out that the White White House envoy finds it difficult to sway Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, as his political survival is closely tied to the state of the war.
Commentators believe that any agreement to end the Israeli conflict could cause political damage to Netanyahu, making him inclined to prolong negotiations. This follows US Middle East envoy Kushner's
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Indian corporate profit growth hits three-year high despite "US-Israel war on Iran" impact
India's top 500 companies recorded their strongest earnings growth in three years in the quarter ending June. Robust domestic demand and inventory stockpiling offset the impact of soaring energy price
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European Central Bank (ECB) President Lagarde: Europe's post-war growth model is disintegrating, facing challenges such as trade protectionism, rising energy costs, and geopolitical tensions
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde stated at the World Economic Forum that Europe's post-war growth model is facing disintegration, with its three pillars—expanding global trade,
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South African coal producer Thungela Resources' first-half profit doubled, influenced by the war in Iran, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz led to a tightening of global energy supplies.
Al Jazeera reported that the US-Israel war with Iran disrupted global crude oil and natural gas supplies, leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which obstructed about one-fifth of the world'
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Two Chinese-linked supertankers U-turn in Strait of Hormuz amid high shipping risks after Trump's hard line on Iran
The move comes as prospects for a normalization of traffic in the region are dimming.
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Fesharaki, Chairman Emeritus of FGE NexantECA: Iran can only withstand the loss of revenue from a Strait of Hormuz conflict for a few months; the US is in a favorable position and can wait for a better deal.
Fereidun Fesharaki, chairman of FGE NexantECA, told Bloomberg Television that Iran could only withstand a few months of lost revenue due to a conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. He added that the U.S. m
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Iran is considering targeting US military assets in Europe if Trump escalates war, according to insiders
Proposals to retaliate against US assets beyond the Middle East are being discussed as many in Tehran view renewed conflict as inevitable.
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South Korea cuts short joint military exercises with the U.S. after President Trump condemned them as "costly" and "hostile" toward North Korea
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff announced the decision, days after President Donald Trump's remarks. The annual drills are set to conclude this Friday.
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Houthis pledge not to target European or U.S. ships in Red Sea, according to FT
Iran-backed Houthis have told the EU they will not target European ships in the Red Sea, according to the FT. The group said its operations near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait are not intended to disrupt in
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Former U.S. Director of National Intelligence Haines: Trump Relies More on Intuition Than Expertise
Former US Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines stated that Donald Trump tends to trust his intuition more than expertise when making decisions. She also believes that World War III is a "pla
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UN General Assembly enters fourth day, with leaders from Lebanon, Iraq, and Pakistan scheduled to speak
UN General Assembly enters fourth day, with leaders from Lebanon, Iraq, and Pakistan scheduled to speak
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Russia targets Ukraine’s data centres, causing two days of internet disruptions in Kyiv
Kyiv residents have experienced two days of internet disruptions, raising fears over access to banking and other online services.
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Taiwan accuses Xi of 'distorting facts' to Trump regarding cross-strait situation
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday accused Chinese President Xi Jinping of distorting facts during his summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, insisting that the future of the island demo
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France dispatches troops to Saudi Arabia's Yanbu oil terminal; Saudi Arabia holds military talks with Pakistan and Turkey to counter Houthi attacks.
France confirmed on Friday that it had dispatched troops, radar, and defense systems to Saudi Arabia's main oil terminal in Yanbu to protect the facility from Houthi attacks. This follows the Houthis'
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ArcelorMittal states it cannot safely restart its steel operations in Ukraine after a series of missile attacks in the country.
ArcelorMittal has informed the Ukrainian government that its steel operations in the country cannot be safely restarted after a series of missile attacks.
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Israel's Abu Farchi sent off for gun celebration in Nations League match
Israeli footballer Sayed Abu Farchi received a red card for mimicking a gun with the corner flag after scoring an equalizer against Austria in their UEFA Nations League match on Thursday. The incident
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China and the US have agreed to extend their trade truce until January next year, falling short of China's expectation for a one-year extension.
The extension is only for a few months, whereas Beijing had hoped for at least a year, meaning key disputes such as tariffs, rare earth supplies, and access to advanced chips will move into the next r
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Brent crude oil rose over 3% on Thursday, breaking above $106 per barrel, after Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Saudi facilities.
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed on Thursday to have launched missile and drone attacks against Saudi Arabia, targeting "sensitive sites" of Saudi Aramco in Riyadh and facilities in the Red Sea city of Y
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan plan to hold emergency talks to deepen defense coordination in response to the escalating conflict in Yemen.
Senior military officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan plan to hold emergency talks to discuss ways to support Saudi Arabia under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, in response to the escal
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Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh attended a state dinner hosted by the White House for Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday.
Nick Timiraos retweeted a post from Wall Street Journal reporter JChengWSJ, stating that Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh attended a state dinner at the White House for Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thur
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Trump Praises US-China Friendship at State Dinner, Says Two Nations Never Got Along Better; Xi Jinping Emphasizes Mutual Goals Can Be Mutually Reinforcing
At a state dinner hosted for Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the ties between the peoples of the two countries are enduring, that they have never gotten along bet
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Hong Kong Narrows Gap with Dubai in Super-Prime Property Sales; Dubai's Q2 Sales Value Fell 27% to $2.17 Billion Amid Iran Conflict - Knight Frank
Hong Kong significantly narrowed Dubai’s lead as the world’s top market for “super-prime” residential property (homes sold for US$10 million or more) in recent months, according to Knight Frank. Dubai
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Iran's Foreign Minister offers US new ‘7-day’ ceasefire proposal, saying plan could see Strait of Hormuz reopen within a week
Iran's Foreign Minister offers US new ‘7-day’ ceasefire proposal, saying plan could see Strait of Hormuz reopen within a week
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Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that Iran hopes the United States will return to the Memorandum of Understanding before the midterm elections in early November.
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that Iran hopes the United States will return to the Memorandum of Understanding before the midterm elections in early November.
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Xi Jinping hoped the United States would adhere to the "correct position" of opposing "Taiwan independence" during his summit with Donald Trump.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, stated that China hopes the U.S. will adhere to its "correct position" of opposing "Taiwan independence" and handle the Tai
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Research shows: The energy shock triggered by the Iran war is prompting Southeast Asian governments to prioritize renewable energy development.
Southeast Asian governments are increasingly prioritizing long-term renewable energy and electrification policies over fossil fuel plans due to energy shocks from the war in Ukraine, according to a Ni
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Netanyahu defended Israel's military actions in the Middle East at the UN General Assembly, as dozens of representatives walked out in protest.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at the UN General Assembly, strongly defended Israel's military actions in Iran, Gaza, and other parts of the Middle East, and denied accusations of
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Escalating Middle East conflict and rising US Treasury yields weigh on US stocks.
U.S. Treasury yields rose on Thursday, weighing on U.S. equities, as an unclear outlook for Middle East peace prompted investors to weigh conflicting reports of attacks and negotiations.
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France would provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia to protect oil facilities at Yanbu Port in the Red Sea.
Macron stated on Thursday that France would dispatch military personnel, radar, and defense systems to protect oil facilities at Yanbu port, rather than intervene in regional conflicts. He emphasized
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Taliban says Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan killed 4 civilians; Pakistan says it struck military targets.
The Afghan Taliban government stated that Pakistani airstrikes resulted in the deaths of four civilians, marking the latest escalation in conflict between the two sides. Pakistan, in turn, claimed its
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Yemen's Houthi rebels claim to have attacked Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim to have attacked Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.
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US Official Tells Reuters: About 40 of Wednesday's Vessels That Transited the Strait of Hormuz Coordinated With the US Military for Protection
US Official Tells Reuters: About 40 of Wednesday's Vessels That Transited the Strait of Hormuz Coordinated With the US Military for Protection
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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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