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China's top commander for Taiwan affairs meets with U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Samuel Paparo for the first time.
China's top commander for Taiwan affairs meets with U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Samuel Paparo for the first time.
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Saudi Arabia's biggest barley buyer is shifting away from Black Sea supply due to disruptions from the Russia-Ukraine war.
Saudi Arabia's biggest barley buyer is shifting away from Black Sea supply due to disruptions from the Russia-Ukraine war.
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Global Food Prices Jump to Highest Since 2022 as Risks Increase
Global food prices climbed in August to the highest since the end of 2022, as escalating geopolitical tensions and extreme weather deepen concerns over supplies from key producing regions.
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Marisks CEO Maniatis stated that the latest intelligence assessment indicates the risk of escalation in the Strait of Hormuz has eased.
Dimitris Maniatis, CEO of Marisks, stated that the latest intelligence assessment has lowered expectations for a near-term escalation of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, following previous analy
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Ukraine faces a brutal winter of escalating Russian air strikes, with Kyiv having few options to protect citizens due to a shortage of Patriot missiles.
Ukraine faces a brutal winter of escalating Russian air strikes, with Kyiv having few options to protect citizens due to a shortage of Patriot missiles.
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Deutsche Bank Report: Gold's Structural Bull Market Drivers Now Surpass Interest Rates; Strait of Hormuz Conflict More Critical Than Fed's Warsh
Deutsche Bank, in its latest report, offered its long-term rationale for gold, asserting that the fundamental driver of its structural bull market is reserve diversification, which has extended into t
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Argentine President Javier Milei threatens sanctions on oil firms working off Falkland Islands, reiterating sovereignty claim
Argentine President Javier Milei stated in a national address that he would sanction oil companies, including British and Israeli firms, working off the Falkland Islands. He reiterated Argentina's cla
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UK urged to overhaul military procurement to remove China-made parts
Experts are calling on Britain to tighten its military procurement rules to eliminate any Chinese spying risks in defense equipment, including uniforms. They argue that the UK has an "unhealthy depend
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Goldman Sachs: Oil Exports Through Strait of Hormuz Recover to Two-Thirds of Pre-War Levels, But 5 Million Barrels Per Day Are "Dark Fleet" Flows
Goldman Sachs strategists Yulia Zhestkova Grigsby and her team informed clients on Wednesday that Gulf oil exports have rebounded to 15-16 million barrels per day, roughly two-thirds of pre-war levels
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US Rules Out Talks With Iran Until Ship Attacks Cease; Iran's First Vice President Vows Asymmetric Response
The United States has made it clear that it will rule out any negotiations with Iran until ship attacks cease. In response, Iranian First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref vowed an "asymmetric" and "m
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Pacific Leaders Criticize China’s Recent Ballistic Missile Test
The leaders of Pacific island nations criticized China’s recent missile test in their region, an unexpected move after earlier failed attempts to agree on a response. New Zealand Prime Minister Christ
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DR Congo reiterates pledge to move Israel embassy to Jerusalem
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reiterated its decision to move its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, following a visit by President Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi. The plan, which da
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Oil prices are set for their largest weekly gain since July, as escalating hostilities between the US and Iran fuel concerns about energy disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent crude oil surpassed $97 per barrel on Thursday. The escalation of hostilities between the United States and Iran has intensified market concerns about potential long-term disruptions to energy s
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Nikkei Asia commentary by former Ukraine ambassador to Japan: AI, drone swarms and cyberattacks are rewriting warfare, democracies must prepare.
Nikkei Asia commentary by former Ukraine ambassador to Japan: AI, drone swarms and cyberattacks are rewriting warfare, democracies must prepare.
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Former US National Intelligence Official Gibson: Trump Ending Iran War Would Signal Abandonment of Nuclear Aims
Former Deputy Director of National Intelligence Karen Gibson stated that if President Trump declares the war with Iran over, it would signal he has abandoned the war's aims, including putting curbs on
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Israel releases Lebanese civilian Malek Ghazi, pledges to free five more prisoners
Israel has released a Lebanese civilian, identified as Malek Ghazi, and pledged to free five more prisoners, marking the first such handover since the latest Israel-Hezbollah war erupted six months ag
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Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' CFO stated that the "de facto closure" of the Strait of Hormuz has driven up freight rates, leading to increased company profits.
Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' CFO stated that the "de facto closure" of the Strait of Hormuz has driven up freight rates, leading to increased company profits.
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Cone Denim Plans to Exit China Denim Manufacturing by Year-End 2026, Citing Challenging Economic and Geopolitical Conditions
Cone Denim announced plans on Thursday to end its manufacturing operations in China by year-end 2026, aiming to strengthen its focus on its established platform in Mexico. The company cited challengin
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Trump calls media 'treasonous scum' over reports of low Iran war munitions, asserting military production is at 'levels never seen before'
Trump made the comments in a post on his Truth Social account, pushing back on reports detailing dangerously low munitions stockpiles as the US-Israel war with Iran stretches into its seventh month. H
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Elina Ribakova, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics: The Russia-Ukraine conflict should no longer be called a "hybrid war" but an "open war."
Elina Ribakova, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics: The Russia-Ukraine conflict should no longer be called a "hybrid war" but an "open war."
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Major U.S. automakers are urging Congress to permanently ban the sale, import, and manufacture of Chinese connected vehicles in the United States.
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing most car sales companies in the United States, stated in a letter to congressional leaders on Thursday that Chinese automakers are globally dumping
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Donald Trump posted that the U.S. has ample ammunition for military operations in Iran and criticized the Biden administration for providing tens of billions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine and NATO.
Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that the U.S. military operation in Iran possesses an "almost unlimited" supply of mid-to-high-level ammunition, far exceeding what is needed for this or any other
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Ship-tracking data challenges US claims on Hormuz Strait traffic, showing far fewer vessels than Trump's 30-40 daily figure
While US President Donald Trump claimed the US was helping some 30-40 ships cross the Hormuz Strait daily, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated at least 10 million barrels of oil were passing t
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Trump states on Truth Social that the U.S. is reserving munitions for itself rather than selling them to others, but sales to allies will soon resume.
Trump states on Truth Social that the U.S. is reserving munitions for itself rather than selling them to others, but sales to allies will soon resume.
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Iran floats conditions for Hormuz reopening, including ending naval blockade and asset release; Trump expects deal after November midterms
Iran has communicated its conditions for ending the seven-month war and restoring traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which include a halt to U.S. "acts of aggression," an end to the naval blockade
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The United States and Iran held indirect talks during the UN General Assembly to discuss ending the war and opening the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Al Jazeera, the United States and Iran held hours of indirect talks through mediators during the UN General Assembly in New York, with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi meeting with US en
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Donald Trump signed a security agreement with Denmark and Greenland during the UN General Assembly, expanding U.S. military access in Greenland.
Donald Trump signed a security agreement with Denmark and Greenland during the UN General Assembly, expanding U.S. military access in Greenland.
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Zelenskyy stated that following talks with Donald Trump, Ukraine is prepared for an energy ceasefire with Russia, provided that Russia ceases its attacks on Ukraine's energy system.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters after meeting with US President Donald Trump during the UN General Assembly in New York that Kyiv is prepared to cease attacks on Russian energy
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BofA: China's AI self-reliance presents investment opportunities, but valuations and geopolitics pose risks
Bank of America's head of Asia-Pacific equity strategy research, Winnie Wu, stated that China's push for tech self-reliance is opening new investment opportunities in artificial intelligence stocks. H
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Nasdaq closes at record high, S&P 500 near record, while oil dips near $100 after Trump's Middle East threat
The Nasdaq notched a record high close on Tuesday, gaining 0.5% to 27,244 points, lifted by Micron Technology and other AI-related stocks. The S&P 500 hovered just below a record high, ending essentia
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Donald Trump signed an agreement with Denmark to strengthen the US military presence in Greenland and build two military bases on the island.
Donald Trump signed an agreement with Danish leaders during the UN General Assembly aimed at strengthening the US military presence in Greenland. Under the agreement, the United States will build two
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Morocco's parliamentary elections see parties leverage football popularity, job pledges, and anti-Israel sentiment to court young voters
Ahead of Wednesday's parliamentary elections, Moroccan political parties are employing diverse strategies to attract young voters. These include using viral football slogans, promising one million job
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Saudi King Salman condemned the Houthi attack on Mecca, calling them "terrorist militias" and accusing them of repeatedly targeting the holy city.
Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, speaking at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, referred to Yemen's Houthi movement as a "terrorist militia" and accused the group of repeatedly attacking the holy c
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Hormuz Strait supply shocks are impacting the jet fuel market, with prices tracking the rise in diesel prices.
A supply shock in the Strait of Hormuz is impacting the jet fuel market, with prices tracking the rise in diesel. Refineries are facing tight supply, struggling to meet global demand for both diesel a
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Donald Trump says he would support a ban on U.S. diesel exports.
The move comes as conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine have sent prices for the critical fuel soaring. Donald Trump has previously commented multiple times on diesel supply and pricing issues.
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Qatar's Emir urged a diplomatic solution to the Gulf crisis at the UN General Assembly, stating that the region is in "one of its most dangerous phases."
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani told the UN General Assembly that a war between the US and Israel against Iran would be the "cumulative result" of years of diplomatic stagnation, reiterat
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Trump says US officials held a "very good" three-hour meeting with Iranian delegation at UN
US President Donald Trump told reporters at the United Nations that US officials had a "very good" and "very productive" three-hour meeting with the Iranian delegation on the sidelines of the UN Gener
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US proposes $10bn fund with Arab allies to bypass Hormuz
Trump is in discussions about a fund that would build new energy infrastructure across the Middle East
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Turkish President Erdogan Slams Israel's "Genocidal Mentality" at UN General Assembly
Erdogan, speaking at the UN General Assembly, condemned Israel's actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, calling them "the most inhumane and shameful concentration camps of our time." He also crit
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Trump threatens to ‘annihilate’ Iran and use further military force against America’s neighbours in combative UN speech
Trump threatens to ‘annihilate’ Iran and use further military force against America’s neighbours in combative UN speech
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Iranian President Pezeshkian arrives in New York for UNGA, to address US 'war on Iran' and seek resolution
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his delegation arrived in New York for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he is scheduled to address the 193-member assembly on Wednesday. Pezesh
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The football match between the Republic of Ireland and Israel will be played at a neutral venue without away fans due to ongoing controversy surrounding the Gaza conflict.
The Republic of Ireland will travel to Debrecen, Hungary, this Sunday to play a UEFA Nations League match against Israel at a neutral venue, with no away fans present. Due to Israel's military actions
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Nick Timiraos retweeted Greg Ip and The Wall Street Journal's Economics newsletter, stating that approximately 200 days after the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, oil prices have risen by $25 compared to before the attacks. In contrast, oil prices fell by $7 during the same period after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Nick Timiraos retweeted Greg Ip and The Wall Street Journal's Economics newsletter, stating that approximately 200 days after the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, oil prices have risen by $25 compared
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Sources: China's Xi unlikely to bring business delegation to meeting with Trump
Sources: China's Xi unlikely to bring business delegation to meeting with Trump
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FT: Trump's reluctance to fight Houthis rattles Saudi Arabia, amplifying Riyadh's doubts about US reliability as its prime defence partner
FT: Trump's reluctance to fight Houthis rattles Saudi Arabia, amplifying Riyadh's doubts about US reliability as its prime defence partner
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Putin holds phone call with Saudi MBS
Putin holds phone call with Saudi MBS
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Donald Trump will meet with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Tuesday during the UN General Assembly to discuss the Iran conflict and shipping issues in the Strait of Hormuz.
The meeting comes as the US-Israel conflict with Iran continues for nearly seven months, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and triggering a global energy crisis. Donald Trump stated that he i
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U.S. Senator Rubio stated his intention to fulfill commitments to Saudi Arabia.
U.S. Senator Rubio stated his intention to fulfill commitments to Saudi Arabia.
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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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Goldman Sachs analysts say Turkish investors are primarily moving funds withdrawn during the redemption crisis into Lira deposits.
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Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 3 people and cutting power to nearly 100,000 residents in the Chernihiv region.
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Natural gas is up 5.96% today, currently trading at $3.005.
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LIC reportedly leads bidding in NSE's $2.4 billion India IPO
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Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran claimed to have received intelligence that the US was planning new attacks.
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US lithium recycler R3 Lithium eyes Vietnam battery business, in talks with auto, electronics firms and government
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Jefferies: Meta AI agent Muse goes viral, AI PCB market size expected to reach $73 billion by 2030, ABF substrate to reach $30 billion.
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South Korea's antitrust regulator opens preliminary review of Uber's planned $13.7B acquisition of Delivery Hero
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly $1 billion in inflows on Monday, marking their largest single-day inflow since October 6, 2025, and the ninth largest inflow ever.
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Bitcoin ETF flows fluctuate, price breaks $85,000: What does the second half of the bull run hold?
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