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Putin warns Ukraine over economic target strikes, says Russia has responded with "more effective" attacks and signals further escalation risk.
Putin warns Ukraine over economic target strikes, says Russia has responded with "more effective" attacks and signals further escalation risk.
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Global crude oil inventories have fallen again, as the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted Middle Eastern crude oil shipments.
Global crude oil inventories have fallen again, as the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted Middle East crude oil shipments, pushing up oil prices. Japan's crude oil inventories have
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Iran Claims Weapons Production Doubled Since Mid-2025 War, Tripled for Strategic Products Since February, and Will Deploy New Warheads
Iran's Ministry of Defence spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik stated on Saturday that the country's production of weapons and defensive equipment has doubled in the 12 months following the 12-day war with Isra
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Russian strikes kill at least 6 people in Ukraine; Ukrainian drone attack kills 2 children in southern Russia
Russian aerial strikes on Ukraine killed at least six people and injured 26 others, with casualties reported in Kyiv, Kherson, Donetsk, and Sumy regions. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials reported a dron
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India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar to Visit Russia for 27th Inter-Governmental Commission Meeting Starting Aug. 23
The visit, scheduled for two days, will see Jaishankar co-chairing the meeting on trade, science, technology, and culture, and also meeting his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, to discuss regional
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Iran, at Baghdad's repeated requests, has allowed some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has authorized some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Iranian news agency. This move comes after repeated requests from Baghdad, despite the fact that overa
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Donald Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as "US territory" and believes Iran "very much wants to make a deal, but they're not ready to make the right deal yet."
Donald Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as "US territory" and believes Iran "very much wants to make a deal, but they're not ready to make the right deal yet."
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Turkey accuses Israeli PM Netanyahu of 'genocide,' seeks Interpol arrest warrant
Turkish Justice Minister Akin Gurlek announced on Friday via X that Turkey issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and another suspect on July 14, accusing them of genocide, crimes against humanity, and
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Donald Trump retweeted Schoenlaw's tweet, stating that he had warned Iran and was now making good on that warning, accusing Iran of being the world's number one sponsor of terrorism.
Donald Trump retweeted Schoenlaw's tweet, stating that he had warned Iran and was now making good on that warning, accusing Iran of being the world's number one sponsor of terrorism.
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CNBC: Energy Sector in Focus Amid Iran Conflict, Low European Gas Inventories, and Rising US Diesel Prices
The article points out that Europe's natural gas storage levels are lower than last year and at the bottom of the rolling average, facing the risk of energy shortages in winter. At the same time, US d
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Omani and Iranian FMs discuss conditions for resuming negotiations to support the resumption of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Oman State News Agency reports.
Omani and Iranian FMs discuss conditions for resuming negotiations to support the resumption of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Oman State News Agency reports.
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The U.S. military says it has helped 660 million barrels of oil pass through the Strait of Hormuz since May.
U.S. Central Command told CNBC this week that it also assisted approximately 1,300 merchant vessels through the strait during the same period. Despite Iranian threats and attacks, these figures indica
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The United States is relocating military assets, including aircraft carriers, from Asia to the Middle East in response to the war with Iran, sparking concerns among Asian allies about a diminished deterrent against China.
The war between the United States and Israel against Iran has entered its sixth month. This week, the US redeployed its last aircraft carrier in Asia, the USS George Washington, from Japan to the Midd
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Rapidan Energy Group: Global Crude Refining System Has No Room for Error
Bob McNally, founder and president of Rapidan Energy Group, stated that the global crude oil refining system has no room for error. He pointed out that increased Ukrainian attacks on Russian refinerie
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Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that given Iran's current position of strength and the world's recognition of its victory, Iran should immediately end the war.
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that given Iran's current position of strength and the world's recognition of its victory, Iran should immediately end the war.
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NATO member Romania scrambles F-16 jets to destroy drone near critical European gas project, accusing Russia of deployment
Romania's President Nicușor Dan accused Russia of deploying the marine drone, which was destroyed on Thursday near the Neptun Deep gas project in the Black Sea. Once developed, Neptun Deep is expected
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Sfakianakis: Iran Misjudges US Willingness for Long War
Sfakianakis: Iran Misjudges US Willingness for Long War
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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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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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