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Chicago wheat futures surged to $7.55 per bushel, reaching a new high since July 2023, due to disruptions in Black Sea grain exports.
Chicago wheat futures closed at $7.55 per bushel on Thursday, up 0.9%, marking their highest closing price since July 2023 and poised for their largest monthly gain since Russia's full-scale invasion
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Weak Asian oil imports challenge US claims of surge in Hormuz transits
Data compiled by commodity analysts Kpler indicates Asia is expected to import 23.12 million barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil this month, slightly down from 23.36 million bpd in July. This contradic
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The U.S. is investigating Singapore's Apex Logistics for allegedly smuggling NVIDIA AI chips to China, in violation of export controls.
U.S. authorities are investigating Apex Logistics, a Singaporean subsidiary of Swiss shipping giant Kuehne+Nagel, on suspicion of aiding the smuggling of NVIDIA AI chips to China, in violation of U.S.
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Oil prices rise as traders weigh prospects of easing Middle East supply disruptions; Brent crude up 0.81% to $88.55, WTI up 0.34% to $82.51
Oil prices rose on Thursday, with Brent crude futures up 0.81% to $88.55 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate crude futures gaining 0.34% to $82.51. Traders are weighing signs of diplomatic progress i
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Strait of Hormuz traffic drops 95% to five vessels daily, disrupting global shipping and energy flows
Six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused one of the worst maritime shipping disruptions in decades. Traffic through the critical chokepoint has fallen
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European spot LNG prices surged to $22.83 per million British thermal units, a new three-year high, amid escalating concerns over supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Argus Media data, spot LNG prices in Northwest Europe rose to $22.83 per million British thermal units earlier this week, more than double the price a year ago and the highest since Janua
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Vietnam and Myanmar Agree to Boost Annual Trade to $1 Billion, Marking First Vietnamese Foreign Minister Visit Since 2021 Coup
Vietnam and Myanmar agreed to boost annual bilateral trade by nearly 70% to $1 billion, marking the first visit by a Vietnamese foreign minister since Myanmar's 2021 military takeover. The agreement w
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CIA Director Ratcliffe reportedly warned Iran during his visit to Moscow that it would face additional sanctions if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened for navigation.
According to CBS News, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, during his secret visit to Moscow, also mentioned Iran, warning of additional sanctions if the strategically important Strait of Hormuz is not reope
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Indonesian Rupiah Weakens 0.3% to 17,758 Against US Dollar, 10-Year Bond Yield Rises 5 Basis Points to 7.10% as Investors Eye Jakarta Protest
Indonesian Rupiah Weakens 0.3% to 17,758 Against US Dollar, 10-Year Bond Yield Rises 5 Basis Points to 7.10% as Investors Eye Jakarta Protest
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Chicago wheat hits three-year high on concerns Russia-Ukraine war escalation could disrupt supplies
Chicago wheat hits three-year high on concerns Russia-Ukraine war escalation could disrupt supplies
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Three pro-Israel Democrats have been elected to key positions on the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Florida Representative Jared Moskowitz was appointed as the Democratic leader of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, while Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Wesley Bell were appointed to the Ove
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Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Qatari Prime Minister will visit Tehran to discuss de-escalation of the regional situation with Iranian officials.
Qatar's Foreign Ministry said the Qatari prime minister would meet with Iranian officials to discuss ways to de-escalate regional tensions, after former US President Donald Trump said he was "not in a
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Donald Trump Says "No Time Limit" for Iran Negotiations, Iran Sets Conditions for Reopening Strait of Hormuz, Shipping Giant Warns Market Underestimates Risk of Long-Term Stalemate
U.S. President Donald Trump said on August 26 that there was "no timeline" for when Iran would return to negotiations, emphasizing that the U.S. was bringing Iran's economy to the brink of collapse th
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UN officials warn: Israeli PM Netanyahu's rejection of Donald Trump peace plan, Gaza ceasefire failure could become "irreversible situation"
Donald Trump's Senior Representative for Gaza Affairs to the US Presidential Peace Committee, Nickolay Mladenov, warned the UN Security Council on Wednesday that the failure of the Gaza ceasefire proc
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UNRWA chief condemns Israeli seizure of East Jerusalem facility, calls it part of campaign to weaken agency and eliminate Palestinian rights
Acting Commissioner-General Christian Saunders told Al Jazeera on Wednesday that Israeli forces raided and seized the Qalandiya Training Centre in the Kafr Aqab neighbourhood on Tuesday, expelling UNR
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US Justice Department Prepares to Revive Civil War-Era Court to Seize Iranian Oil Tankers
The US Justice Department is preparing to activate a long-dormant maritime war court to streamline the military capture of Iranian oil tankers as US prizes, according to three people familiar with the
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Trump says Iran war will continue for as long as necessary
Former President Donald Trump stated that the new economic sanctions on Iran are as effective as the US military's bombing campaign. He added that he has no timetable for ending the war and is prepare
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Iran Stresses Self-Sufficiency to Counter U.S. Economic War, But Acknowledges Severe Challenges in the Coming Year
Iranian authorities are confident that the country's domestic capabilities are sufficient to keep the economy running, despite new economic sanctions announced by the United States this week. Iranian
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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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Europe Imports Diesel from Mexico for First Time in Seven Years Amid Tight Supply
Europe's diesel supply situation has become so tight that the region is drawing on imports from Mexico, as the Iran war and a halt in Russian cargoes have upended historical trade flows.
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Russia Considers Escalating Missile Attacks on Kyiv and Ukrainian Infrastructure as Peace Talks Collapse, Sources Close to Moscow Say
Russia is considering intensifying missile attacks on Kyiv and Ukrainian infrastructure, as the Kremlin concludes peace negotiations have reached a dead end, according to people close to Moscow. Both
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Bessent's "Economic D-Day" against Iran seen as a warning shot, with few details on achieving desired results
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's "economic D-Day" initiative against Iran has been characterized as a warning shot rather than a decisive action, with observers noting a lack of specifics on how
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Oman and Iran Agree to Establish Temporary Joint Maritime Corridor in Strait of Hormuz, Sending Oil Prices Lower
Brent crude fell 3.9% to $88.58 a barrel and U.S. light sweet crude dropped 3.1% to $82.36 a barrel on August 25 after Oman and Iran announced an agreement to establish a "temporary joint maritime cor
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Global top container shipping company MSC suspends services to Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk after one of its vessels was attacked by a drone.
Global top container shipping company MSC suspends services to Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk after one of its vessels was attacked by a drone.
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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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