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Iranian Nuclear Chief Eslami tells state media Iran is still in a wartime situation, its nuclear sites have not been secured for inspections.
Iranian Nuclear Chief Eslami tells state media Iran is still in a wartime situation, its nuclear sites have not been secured for inspections.
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US President Donald Trump said he is not in a hurry to get Iran back to the negotiating table.
US President Donald Trump said he is not in a hurry to get Iran back to the negotiating table. Donald Trump told Al Jazeera that he has "no timeline" for this, stating that the US "won big" while Iran
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Kremlin says CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Russian intelligence officials in Moscow, calling talks 'positive' but not involving Putin
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed the visit on Wednesday, a day after Ratcliffe arrived in the Russian capital. Peskov noted that President Vladimir Putin was briefed on the meeting but did
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Trump: It's time to teach Canada you can't do this anymore
Trump: It's time to teach Canada you can't do this anymore
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White House Envoys Witkoff and Kushner Visit CENTCOM for Briefings, Having Led US Negotiations with Iran
White House Envoys Witkoff and Kushner Visit CENTCOM for Briefings, Having Led US Negotiations with Iran
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Saudi Arabia shifts oil exports to Persian Gulf ports, bypassing Red Sea due to Houthi threats
Saudi Arabia is sharply increasing oil loadings from its Persian Gulf ports, with around 7 million barrels of shipping capacity loading at Ras Tanura on Tuesday. This move comes as Houthi threats disr
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Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is operating normally, with 10 million barrels of oil flowing out yesterday.
Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is operating normally, with 10 million barrels of oil flowing out yesterday.
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US Secret Service probes Iranian threat to Barron Trump
The US Secret Service is investigating an Iranian state media video that appears to threaten Barron Trump, President Trump’s youngest son. Iranian media have circulated multiple threats against Trump
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Senior Iranian source to Reuters: Iran and Oman are still working on the details of an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz
Senior Iranian source to Reuters: Iran and Oman are still working on the details of an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz
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China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises citizens to leave Eswatini, Taiwan's diplomatic ally, citing "security risks."
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Eswatini has "rampant online fraud and gambling-related criminal activities," advising Chinese citizens to move to "relatively safe" countries like Sout
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Kalshi traders see rising odds for Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal, with a 68% chance before Jan. 1, 2028, following Iran's claim of a revenue-sharing deal with Oman.
Kalshi traders see rising odds for Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal, with a 68% chance before Jan. 1, 2028, following Iran's claim of a revenue-sharing deal with Oman. Specifically, the od
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Iran's IRGC Says Iran, Oman Agreed on Share of Hormuz Revenues
Iran's IRGC Says Iran, Oman Agreed on Share of Hormuz Revenues
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Global Fuel Markets Have Little Margin for Error
The world's fuel markets are the tightest they've been in years, largely due to heavy reliance on US refineries that are being pushed to their limits. This situation is exacerbated by ongoing disrupti
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Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing, signaling an attempt to mend relations with China after recent Taiwan-related tensions
Experts suggest the visit by a delegation of Japanese politicians this week aims to defrost one of the worst rifts with China in decades. The diplomatic spat began last November after Japan's Prime Mi
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US Air Force refuelling planes leave Bulgaria's Bezmer airbase, easing villagers' fears of becoming Iranian target
The departure of the Boeing KC-135 Stratotankers, which were intended to aid Washington's war on Iran, was announced by Bulgarian Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov on Saturday. Villagers in Bezmer had
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Iran links Hormuz reopening to war's end, discussing temporary shipping route with Oman; Trump claims all mines cleared
Iran links Hormuz reopening to war's end, discussing temporary shipping route with Oman; Trump claims all mines cleared
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Oil prices extended losses on Wednesday, with WTI crude falling over 2% to $80.49 per barrel, as Iran and Oman discussed a temporary shipping agreement for the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices extended losses on Wednesday, with WTI crude falling over 2% to $80.49 per barrel, as Iran and Oman discussed a temporary shipping agreement for the Strait of Hormuz.
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Brent and US crude futures extend losses, falling over 3% as Iran-Oman talks boost optimism over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent and US crude futures extend losses, falling over 3% as Iran-Oman talks boost optimism over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Al Jazeera analysis: Trump's Korean gambit exposes a shifting East Asian order, with US State Department omitting 'denuclearization' from latest readout
Al Jazeera analysis points out that President Trump's decision to cut the annual US-South Korea Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise from 11 days to five, linking it to Seoul's refusal to join the U
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Brent crude fell back to around $85 a barrel, down nearly 10% for the week.
Brent crude prices are falling again, currently trading at around $85 a barrel, bringing their cumulative decline this week to nearly 10%, mainly boosted by hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough in the M
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UN condemns Israel's threat to expel Gaza residents over children's kite-flying
The UN rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani stated on Tuesday that Israel's threat to expel Palestinians from areas of the besieged Gaza Strip due to children flying kites is "outrageous." Isr
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Brent crude fell for a third consecutive day, down 1.7% to about $87 a barrel, with a cumulative weekly decline of about 8%, as Iran and Oman discussed a shipping framework for the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent crude prices fell for a third consecutive trading day on Wednesday, dropping 1.7% to approximately $87 per barrel, extending its cumulative weekly decline to about 8%. The primary reason for the
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Iran and Oman are close to reaching an agreement on secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude falling below $90 overnight.
Iran and Oman are close to reaching an agreement to ensure the safe passage and future management of the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries stated in a joint statement on Tuesday that they have discu
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Taiwan's Lai administration and KMT-led opposition push rival plans for drone industry funding amid budget battles
The political parties are stepping up their battle over how Taiwan should fund and develop its drone industry, against the backdrop of China's military buildup and the rapid evolution of modern warfar
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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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