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The EU is seeking to impose more sanctions on Russia, including on 1,600 entities and individuals, after Germany accused Russia of an attempted airport attack, said EU foreign affairs chief Kallas.
The European Union is increasing pressure on Russia after Berlin accused Moscow of being behind a foiled drone attack on Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport, EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas said on W
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Europe's winter natural gas reserves are only 65% full, the lowest for this period in 15 years, due to delayed purchases on bets of an end to the Iran war.
Europe's winter natural gas reserves are only 65% full, the lowest for this period in 15 years, due to delayed purchases on bets of an end to the Iran war.
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TRUMP: Wants to hold summit with Russia's Putin when ready for Ukraine peace deal
TRUMP: Wants to hold summit with Russia's Putin when ready for Ukraine peace deal
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Trump states that the renewed campaign against Iran will not continue for too long.
Trump states that the renewed campaign against Iran will not continue for too long.
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Al Jazeera: Trump administration's "vessel strike operations" have lasted a year, causing over 220 deaths, with families questioning if victims were mostly fishermen rather than drug traffickers.
Al Jazeera reports that since September 2, 2025, the US Trump administration has conducted dozens of bombings of unidentified vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific, claiming to have killed
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Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian attack on Saudi tanker Sidr in Strait of Hormuz, killing two Filipino sailors; incident occurred Monday
Saudi national shipping company Bahri confirmed on Wednesday that its vessel Sidr was involved in a security incident while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, resulting in the deaths of
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President Trump suggests renaming the Strait of Hormuz to "TRUMP STRAIT," stating it would be "hotter" under U.S. control
President Donald J. Trump posted on Truth Social, proposing to rename the Strait of Hormuz to "TRUMP STRAIT" now that it is "under U.S.A. control." He added that, like America itself, the strait would
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated in Gaza that Israel does not intend to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated in Gaza that Israel does not intend to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
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China and Egypt sign agreement for third phase of Suez Canal industrial zone, with existing investments of $4bn
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit, China and Egypt signed an agreement to launch the third phase of the Egyptian-Chinese industrial zone at the Suez Canal. Officials state the zone already h
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China's Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit, opposing external interference amid US-Israel war on Iran
Chinese President Xi Jinping, during his first visit to Cairo in a decade, called on Middle East countries to oppose external influence and consider reshaping the region’s security order. His remarks
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Artisan Global Opportunities Strategy Fund Added GE Aerospace (GE) in Q2 2026, Citing Overblown Market Concerns
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Artisan Global Opportunities Strategy disclosed initiating positions in GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE). The fund stated it made the move following a geopolitically
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The United States and Venezuela announced an oil agreement that will give Washington broad control over a portion of Venezuela's oil production.
The United States and Venezuela announced an oil agreement that will give Washington broad control over a portion of Venezuela's oil production.
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Middle East Conflict Escalates: Iran's Revolutionary Guard Attacks U.S. Base, Causing "Multiple American Casualties," U.S. Retaliates by Targeting Iran's "Mine-Laying Capability"
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on September 2 that, in retaliation for previous US attacks, it launched a joint missile and drone strike on the US military's Ali Al Salem Ai
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US attacks hit Iran's telecoms and communication infrastructure
US attacks hit Iran's telecoms and communication infrastructure
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Putin issued a veiled threat regarding the UK's provision of weapons to Ukraine, stating "that's a secret" and warning Western nations they "might get hit."
When asked at a press conference whether Moscow would strike British military facilities, Russian President Vladimir Putin replied, "That's a secret. A military secret." The BBC analyzed that this mov
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Silver prices fell further on Wednesday, trading at $64.24 an ounce at 6:48 a.m. ET, after the U.S. launched a second wave of attacks on Iran.
Silver December futures opened at $64.69 per ounce on Wednesday, down 1.0% from Tuesday's closing price and hitting a two-week low. This decline occurred after the U.S. military launched its second wa
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US military strikes a wedding in Iran's Sirik, killing 4 and wounding over 60; CENTCOM denies targeting civilians
The US military launched multiple overnight attacks on Kuhestak, Sirik County, Hormozgan province, close to the Strait of Hormuz, with local sources and authorities stating a wedding ceremony was stru
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Chinese President Xi Jinping makes first visit to Egypt in a decade, greeted by President el-Sisi on 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping makes first visit to Egypt in a decade, greeted by President el-Sisi on 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties
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The 10-year US Treasury yield rose to 4.8% on Wednesday, a new high for 2023, as surging energy prices fueled inflation concerns.
A new round of attacks in the Iran war this week sent energy prices soaring again, intensifying the sell-off in global bond markets and pushing up government borrowing costs. Investors are bracing for
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U.S. equity index futures fell in early trading on Wednesday, while crude oil prices jumped due to new attacks between the U.S. and Iran.
Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq stock index futures all fell in early Wednesday trading. This follows a jump in crude oil prices due to new attacks between the U.S. and Iran, which pushed the Dow Jones
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Bitcoin hovers around $77,000 as global bond sell-off and US-Iran tensions push oil prices higher.
Bitcoin (BTC) hovered around $77,000 on Wednesday, following a sell-off in global bond markets that sent yields soaring, while escalating tensions between the US and Iran pushed Brent crude prices abo
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U.S. mortgage rates have surged, with the 30-year fixed rate climbing to 6.74% amid the renewed escalation of the conflict in Iran.
U.S. mortgage rates surged on Wednesday. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.74%, up 15 basis points from yesterday; the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage climbed to 6.16%, an increase of 16 basis poi
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Iranian Hackers Attempt Cyberattacks Against Critical U.S. Infrastructure, Including Water, Telecom, and Energy Systems, in Recent Weeks
Iranian hackers have attempted cyberattacks against a wide range of critical U.S. infrastructure in recent weeks, according to sources familiar with government and industry threat intelligence. Target
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Putin Responds to Zelenskyy's Remarks, Calls Them "State Terrorism" and Threatens to Intensify Attacks on Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday responded to Zelensky's remarks during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan, stating that such threats amounted to a declaration of "s
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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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IBM announced its digital asset platform, Haven, has connected to the Swift blockchain ledger, supporting tokenized deposit transactions.
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US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $347 million in inflows on Wednesday, as Bitcoin fell below $84,000.
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Yemeni government forces repel Houthi attacks in Taiz, killing dozens of fighters, amid renewed hostilities
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Allspring and BlueBay challenge rate-hike bets, sticking with short-dated bonds in Europe and the UK as they believe expectations for interest rate increases have gone too far.
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Goldman Sachs raises its 2030 data center behind-the-meter power generation capacity forecast to 67GW, with fuel cells ranking highest.
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Binance's Uniswap (UNI) Holdings Exceed 71 Million Amid 72% Price Pump, Raising Potential Selling Pressure
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CoinDesk analysis: Bitcoin shows near-zero long-term correlation with rising bond yields, but short-term volatility could dampen sentiment
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Lookonchain: A newly created wallet withdrew $7.24M UNI, $1.85M BNB, and $841K LTC from Binance, totaling approximately $9.93 million.
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Hong Kong's exports surged 53% to HK$667.9 billion in August, driven by AI-related electronic products
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