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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: The Treasury's bond buyback program has impacted market expectations, with the 10-year US Treasury yield trading at 4.73% on Monday.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent explained that the Treasury's announcement of an expanded bond buyback program may have already had an effect, as the Treasury has not yet purchased any bonds und
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Donald Trump: Stopping Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is "number one goal"
Donald Trump: Stopping Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is "number one goal"
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The US seeks to isolate Iran among G20 members to end the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
U.S. officials stated that isolating Iran was a primary objective of the meeting, which aimed to resolve the months-long Strait of Hormuz standoff that has disrupted global energy supplies.
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China-Russia natural gas pipeline project stalls as Beijing holds out for best price, with no progress made at Monday's leaders' meeting.
China-Russia natural gas pipeline project stalls as Beijing holds out for best price, with no progress made at Monday's leaders' meeting.
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U.S. Vice President Vance believes Trump is sending a message to Iran with his Kharg Island post.
U.S. Vice President Vance believes Trump is sending a message to Iran with his Kharg Island post.
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Wheat prices hit three-year high on Friday amid Black Sea export disruptions and global drought concerns, with Chicago futures at $7.79/bushel on Monday.
Wheat prices have risen sharply due to intensified attacks by Russia and Ukraine on Black Sea grain terminals, which have disrupted global supply chains. Additionally, changing weather patterns have c
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S&P Global Energy: Strait of Hormuz disruption sends tanker rates to record highs, with the Middle East Gulf-Japan LR2 tanker benchmark freight rate reaching $107.72/ton on August 27.
S&P Global Energy reported that tanker freight rates have surged to record levels due to restricted traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and a tight supply of vessels. Since the outbreak of the US-Iran con
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Major UAE Oil Refinery Returns to Full Capacity After War Hit
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has restored to full capacity one of the world’s biggest oil refineries that was hit earlier in the regional war.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated in a CNBC interview that the United States and Canada are not at war.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated in a CNBC interview that the United States and Canada are not at war.
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Bessent: Goal is to create a condition for Iran to come to the negotiating table (CNBC interview)
Bessent: Goal is to create a condition for Iran to come to the negotiating table (CNBC interview)
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Strait of Hormuz Tensions Escalate: Iran Claims Supertanker Hit by Mine and Catches Fire, Brent Crude Surpasses $91
Iran's state television reported on August 31 that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) "caught fire and stopped sailing after being hit by two mines"
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CENTCOM denies Iran's claim of supertanker mine strike in Strait of Hormuz, calls it "false" and disinformation
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) denied an IRGC claim that a supertanker struck two mines and was stopped in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM stated no ships have hit mines in the strait, accusing the IRGC
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Al Jazeera analysis: US-Israel war on Iran boosts energy firms' profits, hurts airlines and automakers; ExxonMobil Q2 profit hits $14.5bn
The six-month-long US-Israel war on Iran has created economic winners and losers, with energy companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron, TotalEnergies, Shell, and BP reporting significantly increased profits
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Trump Declares Iran a "Failed Nation," Citing Collapsing Military, Currency, Government, and Alleged 300% Inflation and Killing of 100,000 Protesters
Former President Donald Trump declared Iran "officially a Failed Nation," claiming its military, currency, and government are collapsing. He alleged inflation has reached 300% and accused Iranian auth
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PetroChina's first-half net profit jumps 22% to $15.4 billion as higher oil prices offset Iran war supply disruptions
PetroChina, China’s largest oil and gas producer, reported on Monday a 22% jump in first-half net profit to 103.9 billion yuan ($15.4 billion) for the six months ended June. The company is gradually r
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US 2-year government bond yield fell 2.3 basis points to 4.325%, 10-year yield fell 1 basis point to 4.710%, and the DXY (US Dollar Index) fell 0.2%.
U.S. government bond yields and the dollar fell, reversing some of Friday's gains, after Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh warned of inflation risks. Meanwhile, the Eurozone's 10-year German government b
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Saudis Said to Seek About $8B in Loans as War Strains Finances
Saudis Said to Seek About $8B in Loans as War Strains Finances
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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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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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French President Macron states CIA has not warned France about Russian threats
French President Macron states CIA has not warned France about Russian threats
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Iranian-American group sues Trump over war, alleging unconstitutional military action harmed families
The National Iranian American Council (NIAC) filed a lawsuit in a Washington, DC, court on Thursday against United States President Donald Trump. The group alleges that the ongoing military action aga
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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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