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Indonesia and the US-led "Super Garuda Shield" military exercise opens with 15 participating countries.
The 12-day exercise, which kicked off in Bandung, Indonesia, on Monday, aims to strengthen regional security cooperation. The drills come as Indonesia seeks to balance defense cooperation with China a
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Asian Refiners Turn to Argentina for Oil Supply as Iran War Disrupts Middle East Shipments
Asian crude oil importers, including China, Japan, and South Korea, are purchasing oil from Argentina to offset supply losses from the Middle East due to the ongoing Iran war. This shift allows them t
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Analysis suggests that the arrest and upcoming trial of suspects in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosion continue to impact relations between Germany and Ukraine.
Al Jazeera reports that analysts believe the arrest and upcoming trial of suspects in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosion continue to cast a shadow over Germany's relationship with Ukraine. One of
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Crop prices are set to post their biggest monthly gain since 2012, driven by war and extreme weather.
Crop prices are on track for their biggest monthly gain in over a decade, driven by war and extreme weather disrupting global supplies, sparking concerns about food inflation.
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China's Xi Jinping Embarks on Diplomatic Tour to Egypt, India, Attends SCO and BRICS Summits Ahead of Expected Trump Meeting in September
Chinese President Xi Jinping is making rare state visits to Egypt and India, and attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan (Sunday-Tuesday) and the BRICS summit in New
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The US launched its first attack on Iran in a month, and Iran retaliated against a US military base in Jordan. The US stated that the missiles had been shot down.
The U.S. launched its first attacks on Iran in a month, targeting sites on Larak Island. Iran retaliated by striking a base in Jordan housing U.S. troops. The U.S. stated that these missiles were shot
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Palau President says failure to oppose China's missile test at Pacific Islands Forum would be "unfortunate"
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. stated on Sunday that it would be "unfortunate" if Pacific countries fail to reach consensus on opposing a recent missile test launch by China during the annual reg
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Wall Street's major institutions have reached a consensus: commodity valuations relative to US equities have fallen to their lowest in over 50 years, and the scarcity of physical resources is triggering a "hard asset squeeze."
Barclays, UBS, HSBC, JPMorgan Chase, and Goldman Sachs are among several top institutions warning that physical shortages of commodities are driving sharp price increases. Christopher LaFemina, Head o
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Financial Times Analysis: G7 nations have incurred an additional $16 billion in sovereign debt financing costs since the start of the US-Iran conflict in February, with the United States bearing the largest share.
According to an August 30 report by the Financial Times, an analysis of government bond issuance data shows that G7 nations have locked in approximately an additional $16 billion in sovereign debt fin
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The Nikkei 225 fell 2.2% to 64,930.03 points, dragged down by chip stocks, as comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh on Friday increased the prospect of a US interest rate hike.
Chip-related stocks led the decline, with Advantest falling 7.8%, SoftBank Group down 4.2%, and Tokyo Electron dropping 3.8%. Meanwhile, the USD/JPY rose to 160.00. Investors are closely monitoring th
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Oil surges above $90 after US military strikes Iranian rocket launchers in Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude for November delivery rose above $90 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate was near $86. A US Central Command spokesperson stated that the US military struck Iranian rocket launchers on
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World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés renews call for independent investigation into Israeli strikes that killed seven aid workers in Gaza in April 2024
World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés renews call for independent investigation into Israeli strikes that killed seven aid workers in Gaza in April 2024
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Israeli settler rabbi Menachem Ben Shahar says Palestinians should leave occupied West Bank, non-Jews in Israel have no national rights
Ben Shahar told peace activists that non-Jews in Israel have no national rights, adding that even a five-year-old 'loses his right to exist' if his parents are 'enemies' and calling for Arabs to be re
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Top officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan will meet in Istanbul on Monday to formally establish a political and defence strategic committee and discuss military cooperation.
The meeting, attended by foreign ministers, defence ministers, and chiefs of staff, marks their first gathering since signing the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement earlier this month. The Mecca agreement
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Ukraine's dismissed Defense Minister, Oleksii Reznikov, is seeking Western capital to establish and manage a defense technology fund.
Oleksii Reznikov stated that the fund would help Kyiv resist Moscow.
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Australian government faces pressure to explain visas for Israeli soldiers attending Sydney Marathon
The Australian government is under pressure to explain why it allowed dozens of Israeli soldiers into the country for the Sydney Marathon, despite obligations under international law. Some observers a
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U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi warned that the war in Iran is depleting U.S. military ammunition and diverting military assets from the Indo-Pacific region, potentially weakening U.S. deterrence against China.
U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi warned that the war in Iran is depleting U.S. military ammunition and diverting military assets from the Indo-Pacific region, potentially weakening U.S. deterre
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Russia's Ministry of Defense announced plans for "massive strikes" on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Russia's Ministry of Defense stated that its forces are preparing to launch "massive strikes" against Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This follows Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia's e-commerce platf
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Israeli National Security Minister Ben-Gvir boasts about harsh conditions for Palestinian female prisoners, drawing condemnation
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted footage on his X account on Sunday from a prison holding Palestinian women, stating he is directly responsible for the harsh conditions and wi
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Israel says PM Netanyahu's son Yair was urgently evacuated from the US and returned to Israel after receiving a life threat
Israel's domestic intelligence agency Shin Bet stated on Saturday evening that a significant threat to Yair Netanyahu's life prompted the decision to evacuate him and his security team. The agency did
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Myanmar's Military Recaptures Key Town from Rebels Amid Airstrikes, Conscription, and Chinese Support
Al Jazeera reports that the Myanmar military is recapturing key towns from rebel forces, reversing the gains made by the rebels in 2023 and 2024. Analysts attribute this shift primarily to large-scale
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Iran Pledges to Stand Firm Against US Sanctions, Will Rely Equally on Diplomacy and Defence
Iran Pledges to Stand Firm Against US Sanctions, Will Rely Equally on Diplomacy and Defence
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Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been without power for over a week, with the IAEA warning it is now relying on emergency diesel generators for the 27th time.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned on Saturday that Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in the southeast has been without external power for over a week and is currentl
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf accuses U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent of lying about guiding 130 million barrels of oil through Hormuz Strait.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claimed U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent lied about Washington guiding 130 million barrels of oil through the Hormuz Strait over the past 14 days. Ghalibaf also cited the
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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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