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Middle East oil producers boost oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz via ship-to-ship transfers, helping stabilize crude prices
Middle East oil producers are increasingly using ship-to-ship transfers to move crude out of the Persian Gulf, sidestepping Iranian threats and attacks. This maneuver has led to a recent increase in c
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Flaring Middle East Tensions Push Brent Crude Above $90 After US Strikes Iran-linked Targets
Middle East tensions escalated as the U.S. conducted an attack on Sunday, targeting missile launchers on an island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such strike against Iran in about a month.
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Trump says Iran is not a big war for the US, adds the US has plenty of ammunition worldwide
Trump says Iran is not a big war for the US, adds the US has plenty of ammunition worldwide
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US Vice President Vance: Trump's video of bombing Hark Island aims to "send a message," not to announce military action.
U.S. Vice President Vance stated on Monday that Donald Trump's previous social media post, which showed a video of Iran's Kharg Island being bombed, was "sending a message to Iran" rather than announc
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Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: The US must return to the ceasefire memorandum signed in June to escape the current predicament.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi stated on Monday, August 31, on his official Telegram channel that the United States must recommit to the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the US and Iran i
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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on Monday stormed into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, accompanied by several rabbis and settlers, entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, Islam's third holiest site, on Monday under the protection of the I
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Gold falls 1% to $4,431.10/oz, posting a second straight loss, while silver drops 1.2% to $66.221/oz, pressured by renewed Middle East military action and hawkish Fed expectations.
Gold falls 1% to $4,431.10/oz, posting a second straight loss, while silver drops 1.2% to $66.221/oz, pressured by renewed Middle East military action and hawkish Fed expectations.
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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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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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