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Two Oil Supertankers Hit by Projectiles in Hormuz, Marisks Says
Maritime security consultant Marisks reported that two oil supertankers were struck by unknown projectiles in quick succession while transiting the Persian Gulf’s Strait of Hormuz chokepoint.
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Global bond markets are experiencing their most aggressive sell-off in nearly two decades, with the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Bond Index yield rising to 3.72%, a new high since mid-2008.
On Tuesday (September 1), the US 10-year government bond yield briefly rose to 4.78%, its highest since January 2025; the Japanese 10-year government bond yield touched 3% for the first time in 30 yea
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Over 100 Indians Missing After Catastrophic Flash Flood Swept Nepal-China Border Point on August 26
The devastating Himalayan floods, which occurred on August 26, also swept away the Friendship Bridge linking Nepal and China, along with Nepal's immigration and customs facilities at Rasuwagadhi. Indi
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Key Russian Baltic Port of Ust-Luga on Fire After Overnight Drone Strikes
The fire at the Ust-Luga port follows an overnight drone strike, marking the latest attack in Ukraine’s intensifying campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
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Israeli Forces Demolish West Bank Homes Amid Settler Attacks, as EU Weighs Ban on Settlement Goods
Israeli forces demolished more Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank on Monday, while settlers attacked residents in the village of Burqa. This escalation of violence comes as Ireland pushes for
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The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon is set to expire at the end of 2026, and the EU is considering deploying a three-year military and civilian mission to fill part of the void.
The mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is set to expire on December 31, 2026. The European External Action Service (EEAS) has proposed a three-year military and civilian m
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South Korean Intelligence Agency: Trump-Kim Jong Un Summit Could Happen Anytime
South Korea's intelligence agency has indicated signs that the United States and North Korea may be moving towards resuming dialogue, and assessed that a summit between former US President Donald Trum
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Iran War Disrupts Cooking Gas Supply to Asia and Africa, India Reroutes Supplies
The Iran war has transformed how cooking gas reaches millions across Asia and Africa. India has maintained the flow of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by redrawing supply routes and boosting domestic ou
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Middle East Tensions Escalate with US-Iran Strikes, Brent Crude Surges Past $91, Asian Bond Markets Under Pressure
Brent crude surged above $91 a barrel in early Asian trading as the US and Iran exchanged strikes for the first time in about a month, escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Rising oil p
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South Korea's KOSPI index opened down 1.24% on Tuesday to 6,735.21 points, dragged down by renewed military conflict between the US and Iran and hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh.
The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) opened down 0.52% on Tuesday, then extended its losses, falling 84.81 points, or 1.24%, to 6,735.21 as of 9:15 AM. This followed an overnight decline in U
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The Trump administration announced a historic oil deal with Venezuela, gaining majority control over the country's more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves.
The White House announced that the agreement, implemented through the private oil company North American Blue Energy Partners (NABEP), grants the U.S. government a 35% equity stake in NABEP's parent c
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UK Shop Price Inflation Hits Two-Year High After Energy Spike
Prices in British shops rose at the fastest rate in more than two years last month, as the fallout from the Middle East conflict started to filter through to supermarket shelves.
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Poland has launched a "terror" investigation into a factory fire that supplied drone components to Ukraine, suspecting involvement of foreign intelligence agencies.
Poland's National Public Prosecutor's Office announced on Monday the launch of an investigation to determine "participation in the activities of foreign intelligence agencies against the Republic of P
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European Nations Shun Russian Finance Minister at G20 Meeting Hosted by US
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov was excluded from the group photo, despite having a "productive" meeting with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin Reaffirm Strategic Alliance Amid Global Uncertainty
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their strategic alliance on Monday during a meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun requested Greece's help in implementing the framework agreement reached with Israel.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday met with Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas in Athens, requesting Greece's assistance in implementing the US-brokered framework agreement between Lebanon an
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Iranian media report a Saudi oil tanker was stopped in the southern corridor of the Strait of Hormuz; no Saudi confirmation
Iranian media report a Saudi oil tanker was stopped in the southern corridor of the Strait of Hormuz; no Saudi confirmation
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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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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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Google will launch its first AI chip satellite next week via SpaceX, equipped with its self-developed Trillium TPU chip, but it will require a 15-minute shutdown for cooling after each 15-minute operation.
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Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action against former Sandy Spring Bank employee Renee Nicole Brown for embezzlement
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LTC (Litecoin) surged 12.56% in 4 hours, now trading at $74.630.
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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.
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