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Russia may extend its diesel export ban into September, according to three sources.
Russia may extend its diesel export ban into September, according to three sources.
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Meloni Ally Backs Energy Windfall Tax to Ease Italian Fuel Costs
A leading ally of Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni endorsed a tax on windfall energy profits as the government prepares to extend measures to cushion the effect of the Iran war.
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Russia reportedly adopts intimidation tactics to intensify conscription efforts, in response to winter offensives and manpower shortages.
Al Jazeera reports that as Russia prepares for a winter offensive in Ukraine, its conscription efforts have reportedly become more aggressive. This includes plainclothes personnel forcibly taking elig
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India's crude import bill surges, with Strait of Hormuz shipping rates up 411% to $4.34/barrel and war-risk insurance soaring to $10 million per passage.
India's crude oil import bill has soared since the Iran war began, which choked Middle Eastern oil supply and raised benchmark crude prices. Freight rates from Ras Tanura (Saudi Arabia) to India via t
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U.S. Air Force transport plane lands in Moscow
A U.S. Air Force transport plane landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Tuesday, according to Flightradar24. The Kremlin stated it had no information about the aircraft or the reason for its arrival.
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US to return diplomats to Middle East embassies as soon as this week, indicating lower risk of full-scale conflict with Iran
The U.S. is preparing to increase staffing in its embassies in Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Oman, Iraq, and Kuwait, with some returning to full capacity. This move suggests Washington
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Pakistan claims "significant progress" in talks to end Iran-US war
Pakistani officials stated that the country's Army Chief of Staff and Interior Minister made "significant progress" in high-level talks in Tehran, aimed at ending the US-Israel war on Iran. Discussion
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The deployment of two U.S. carrier strike groups to the Middle East has strained naval resources.
The United States has deployed two carrier strike groups to the Middle East, a move that represents a significant concentration of firepower but limits the availability of aircraft carriers in other r
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Iranians queue for petrol as US blockade bites
Long lines have formed in Iran's capital city as officials warn that war and inflation are triggering fuel shortages.
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UN Chief Guterres: Superpowers Are Discovering Their Limits
António Guterres told the Financial Times that the world risks sliding into confrontation without global institutions that reflect the changing balance of power.
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Canadian Prime Minister Carney plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on US steel, dairy, appliance, and other products.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to impose "equivalent" retaliatory tariffs on the United States, targeting products including steel, dairy products, appliances, agricultural equipment, elect
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The United States will remove Syria from the "state sponsors of terrorism" list and revoke the terrorist designation for HTS.
The US Treasury Department announced that the United States has removed Syria from its list of "state sponsors of terrorism" and revoked the "terrorist organization" designation for Hayat Tahrir al-Sh
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US Expands Search for Critical-Mineral Projects for Defense Gear
The Trump administration is seeking investment pitches from domestic producers of metals used in fighter jets, night-vision goggles and tank armor, as it expands its efforts to secure critical mineral
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Israeli restrictions lead to fuel shortages in occupied West Bank
Israeli restrictions lead to fuel shortages in occupied West Bank
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Congressional Democrats say Donald Trump's oil and gas stocks rose by as much as $15.5 million during the Iran war, with an average return of about 39%.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump's oil and gas stock holdings may have surged by up to $15.5 million this year, with an average return of approximately 39%, as energy stocks soared during the war wi
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Russia's Putin signs decree allowing state to seize poorly protected critical infrastructure
The decree, published on Monday, would allow Moscow to strip owners of physical and financial control over facilities should they fail to secure them or repair damage quickly, amid Ukraine's intense d
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Bessent says no specific timelines will be set for cutting Iran ties, but warns patience is not infinite.
Bessent says no specific timelines will be set for cutting Iran ties, but warns patience is not infinite.
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Scott Bessent says Donald Trump is calling world leaders, asking them to cut economic ties with Iran
Scott Bessent says Donald Trump is calling world leaders, asking them to cut economic ties with Iran
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Iran tried to assassinate members of my family
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Iran tried to assassinate members of my family
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UK provides Ukraine with secret blueprints to build its own long-range cruise missiles
The announcement was made during Prime Minister Andy Burnham's first visit to Kyiv, where he met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Correspondent Joe Inwood, however, suggests this offer may not
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Yemen's Houthis say they attacked a vessel off Saudi Arabia's Yanbu; no Saudi confirmation
Yemen's Houthis say they attacked a vessel off Saudi Arabia's Yanbu; no Saudi confirmation
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Canada should be ready to cut electricity and critical minerals to the U.S. if trade dispute escalates.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Canada should be ready to cut electricity and critical minerals to the U.S. if trade dispute escalates.
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Israel is accused of using kites as a pretext to escalate attacks on Gaza.
Al Jazeera reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday threatened Palestinian groups with an escalation of attacks if they continued to launch "kites, drones and balloons" from t
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Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain strong despite ongoing war, with UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia reportedly shipping barrels to global markets.
Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain strong despite ongoing war, with UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia reportedly shipping barrels to global markets.
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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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Europe's winter power market is flashing its strongest warning since the energy crisis, with German wholesale electricity prices for January soaring over 60% year-on-year.
Bloomberg Markets reports that as Europe enters winter, the electricity market is flashing its strongest warning since the energy crisis. German wholesale electricity prices for January have traded ab
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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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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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Trump criticizes Supreme Court decisions on tariffs and birthright citizenship, claims they cost U.S. trillions of dollars
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Wu Blockchain: Interpol expands "Silver Notice" system, identifying at least €36 million in criminal assets
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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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