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Rubio told several foreign counterparts in recent days that the U.S. is not expected to initiate new strikes against Iran "for the time being", Axios reports.
Rubio told several foreign counterparts in recent days that the U.S. is not expected to initiate new strikes against Iran "for the time being", Axios reports.
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Northrop Grumman CEO Kathy Warden: Geopolitical Tensions Driving Global Defense Spending Growth, Discusses Business with Donald Trump Administration and "Golden Dome" Space Defense System
Northrop Grumman CEO Kathy Warden: Geopolitical Tensions Driving Global Defense Spending Growth, Discusses Business with Donald Trump Administration and "Golden Dome" Space Defense System
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U.S. Lawmakers Write to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Urging the Donald Trump Administration to Secure the Release of U.S. Student Detained by Israel
More than 40 U.S. members of Congress have written to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling on the Donald Trump administration to take action to secure the release of 20-year-old U.S. citizen Sama S
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi stated that if the U.S. proceeds with new sanctions against Iran, Tehran will disclose new measures against U.S. interests.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi stated that if the U.S. proceeds with new sanctions against Iran, Tehran will disclose new measures against U.S. interests.
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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi tells state TV that the US must correct its errors and return to its commitments if it wants a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi tells state TV that the US must correct its errors and return to its commitments if it wants a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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US and Iran Reportedly Reach Ceasefire Agreement, Including Free Navigation Through Strait of Hormuz
RIA Novosti reported the agreement, citing Pakistani and Iranian military sources, with an announcement expected in the coming days. The deal also includes renewed negotiations under the Islamabad Mem
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Japan seeks funding for deep-sea rare earth mining to reduce reliance on China, with aid potentially reaching hundreds of billions of yen.
Japan seeks funding for deep-sea rare earth mining to reduce reliance on China, with aid potentially reaching hundreds of billions of yen.
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Spain requests emergency funding from the EU over Ceuta migrants after some 70,000 people surged into the North African enclave, with the European Commission assessing the request.
Spain has formally requested emergency funding from the European Union to address the migration situation in its North African enclave of Ceuta, weeks after tens of thousands of people surged across t
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Sweden's military has asked the government to requisition properties owned by Russians near a naval base to counter the threat of Russian drones.
The Swedish military stated that the property, located near the Muskö naval base in the Stockholm archipelago, offers unique conditions for strengthening the base's defenses, particularly against dron
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Concentrated signals of diplomatic de-escalation are emerging from the Middle East, with Brent crude falling below $90 on Tuesday, and the US reportedly planning to send diplomats back to its Middle East embassies.
Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Munir and Interior Minister Naqvi concluded their visit to Iran, where both sides focused on discussing measures to prevent further escalation, reopen the Strait of Horm
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Oman and Iran propose phased framework for safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz, including temporary joint shipping corridor and mine-clearing operation
Oman and Iran discussed a phased framework to restore safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Oman’s Foreign Ministry. The proposal includes a temporary joint shipping corridor and
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AIIR Announces H1 2026 Results: Revenue Up 3.7% to $206.9 Million, Adjusted EBITDA Stable at $71.7 Million, Full-Year Revenue Growth Expected at 4-6%
AIIR's H1 revenue still increased by 3.7% to $206.9 million, despite a 9.0% drop in shipments due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with adjusted EBITDA stable at $71.7 million. The company expe
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Ukraine's double-barreled drone strikes snarl Russian oil flows from Novorossiysk and tumble crude processing
Ukraine's double-barreled drone strikes snarl Russian oil flows from Novorossiysk and tumble crude processing
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President Trump: US Navy has cleared all mines from Strait of Hormuz, warns Iran any new mine placement will lead to immediate destruction of vessels
President Donald J. Trump announced via Truth Social that the United States Navy has informed him all mines have been removed or detonated from the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz. He sta
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Trump orders substantial cuts to U.S.-South Korea joint military drills, citing high costs and inappropriate signal to North Korea
President Donald Trump stated he instructed Pete Hegseth to significantly reduce the exercises, also noting North Korea has been respectful during his presidency.
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Two killed, refinery on fire in Russia’s Krasnodar after Ukraine drone attack
A fire broke out at the Afipsky oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region following a drone attack, which local authorities attributed to Ukraine. At least two people were killed and two others injure
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Israeli forces raid and seize UNRWA training centre in occupied East Jerusalem, drawing condemnation
Israeli forces raided the Qalandiya Training Centre, a key facility operated by the United Nations Relief and Work Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), on Tuesday. National Security Minister Itama
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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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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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The U.S. Senate is set to vote on Thursday on a measure to end the war with Iran, as the conflict has led to soaring fuel costs.
The U.S. Senate will vote on Thursday on a bill to end the war with Iran, following soaring fuel prices faced by American consumers due to the conflict. If passed, the bill would direct President Dona
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French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Russia is committing an increasing number of hostile and criminal acts against European nations.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Russia is committing an increasing number of hostile and criminal acts against European nations.
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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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