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Mitsubishi Corp. Aims for Record 1.2 Trillion Yen ($7.5 Billion) Net Profit by FY2028, CEO Highlights Geopolitical Risks as Strength
Japanese trading house Mitsubishi Corp. is targeting a record net profit of 1.2 trillion yen ($7.5 billion) for the fiscal year ending March 2028. CEO Katsuya Nakanishi stated that geopolitical risks
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Norway, Finland and South Korea defence companies establish German offices to tap into Berlin's increased defence spending
Norway, Finland and South Korea defence companies establish German offices to tap into Berlin's increased defence spending
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Japan's Finance Minister calls for increased investment from Australia, citing Australia's indispensable role as an energy and mineral source
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama emphasized the importance of Australia-Japan ties amid rising geopolitical tensions, stating that Japan seeks to attract financial services firms and various
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Israeli soldiers prevent MK Ofer Cassif from entering besieged Palestinian family home in West Bank
The house is located in the village of Qusra in the West Bank, which has been under siege by local settlers for 17 days. MK Cassif finally arrived and expressed his support.
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HSBC warns: Geopolitical conflicts and extreme weather double shock, global grain supply and demand gap to be largest since 2006/07, grain prices have surged 30%
HSBC's latest report indicates that, influenced by the Middle East conflict, the escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war, and the strengthening El Niño phenomenon, a global grain supply-demand deficit is
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Malaysian PM Anwar's remarks on Taiwan and Sabah raise questions about the country's non-aligned stance
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent comments, including stating that he views Taiwan as "part of China, period" in an interview earlier this month, and his call to bolster Malaysia's defen
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Israeli strikes on Gaza kill at least 7 Palestinians, destroy aid warehouse
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip on Tuesday killed at least seven Palestinians and destroyed an aid warehouse storing nutritional supplements for children and pregnant women, according to local medic
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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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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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Anthropic's potential $2 trillion IPO fuels nearly $80 million in crypto derivatives bets
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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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ODMCoin (ODMC) Project Review: A Blockchain Attempt at Oil and Gas Waste Treatment
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Hong Kong to expand renminbi-denominated bond, gold and commodity markets, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan
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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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Goldman Sachs: Market "pricing in 4 rate hikes" is overly pessimistic, expects only two rate hikes in this cycle.
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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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