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Iran's oil supply to Chinese refineries is rapidly depleting due to U.S. sanctions.
Bloomberg reported that Iranian oil available to Chinese buyers is rapidly depleting, indicating that the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports has effectively cut off Tehran's revenue.
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Ukraine seeks Elon Musk's help to use Starlink-equipped drones to strike Russian missile launchers up to 200km inside Russia
Ukraine seeks Elon Musk's help to use Starlink-equipped drones to strike Russian missile launchers up to 200km inside Russia
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Donald Trump vows 'economic D-Day' on Iran, threatens 'massive' economic consequences for countries doing business with it
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the United States will take action against any country deemed to be providing a lifeline to Iran, and will announce the specific mechanisms for new econ
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Financial Times: Western refinery closures to continue despite war shock
The Financial Times reported that North America and Europe will further lose their ability to convert crude oil into gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, despite facing the impact of war.
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Egypt maintains interest rates for fourth consecutive time as Iran war sees no end
Egypt maintains interest rates for fourth consecutive time as Iran war sees no end
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Ukraine says it recently attacked Russia's Taneco oil refinery and a small oil terminal.
Ukraine said it recently attacked a major oil refinery (Taneco refinery) and a small oil terminal inside Russia. This attack comes as Russia faces a second wave of gasoline shortages.
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Bloomberg: Venezuelan officials negotiated oil deals with U.S. oil executives in Texas this week, but the process was opaque and rules uncertain.
Bloomberg: Venezuelan officials negotiated oil deals with U.S. oil executives in Texas this week, but the process was opaque and rules uncertain.
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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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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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The Senate failed to pass a cryptocurrency ethics rule because it did not cover the interests of officials' adult children.
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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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Hong Kong to expand renminbi-denominated bond, gold and commodity markets, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan
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Decentralized Applications (DApps) Explained: Reshaping the Foundation of the Web3 Ecosystem
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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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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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Musk reposted a SpaceX tweet, confirming the deployment of 27 Starlink satellites.
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Wu Blockchain: Interpol expands "Silver Notice" system, identifying at least €36 million in criminal assets
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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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