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Iran's top joint military command says strikes could expand if U.S. continues 'harassment' of Iranian ships - state media
Iran's top joint military command says strikes could expand if U.S. continues 'harassment' of Iranian ships - state media
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Israeli destruction campaign expands to West Bank's 'food basket,' razing Palestinian farmland and olive groves
The Israeli campaign of destruction has spread to the Arraba Plain in the occupied West Bank, a key agricultural area. On Thursday, bulldozers were seen razing olive groves and demolishing structures,
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Analysis: Multipolarity offers middle powers more diplomatic and economic choices but fewer security guarantees
Al Jazeera analysis by Luciano Zaccara, professor of Gulf Politics, suggests that the emerging international order, characterized by organisations like BRICS and SCO, allows middle powers to diversify
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U.S. CENTCOM: U.S. Strikes Follow Iran's Ballistic Missile Launch Toward Two U.S. Navy Warships
U.S. CENTCOM: U.S. Strikes Follow Iran's Ballistic Missile Launch Toward Two U.S. Navy Warships
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Iran's national currency hits new all-time low of over 2.25 million rials per US dollar as Tehran market opens Saturday
The Iranian rial's depreciation comes amid escalating US economic pressure, including an “Economic D-Day” sanctions regime announced last month, and ongoing military confrontation with the US. Preside
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Donald Trump calls the blockade on Iran "unbelievable" as Brent crude surpasses $90 and US strategic petroleum reserves fall to their lowest since 1982.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated in an August 30 interview with Fox News that his administration's blockade on Iran was "incredible" and placed "very severe" economic pressure on Iran. Meanwh
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Yemeni government forces launched airstrikes against Houthi rebels, marking a significant escalation in the conflict; a Houthi missile attack on Saturday killed at least 4 civilians.
Yemen's internationally recognized government forces launched at least 15 airstrikes on Friday against Houthi positions, gatherings, and vehicles in the Taiz and Hodeidah provinces. These strikes were
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Iranian Media: An Iranian oil tanker was hit by a US missile near Kharg Island, explosions reported
According to local sources cited by Iran's Fars News Agency and Noor News, the attack occurred on the morning of the 5th, with multiple explosions heard at the scene, though no smoke or fire was obser
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Strong demand from Asian refiners is driving up Middle Eastern crude oil prices, with DME Oman crude approaching $100.
Asian refiners' robust demand for Middle Eastern crude is driving a rapid surge in benchmark prices, Bloomberg reported on September 5. The UAE's benchmark Murban futures are currently trading at $106
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EU Commission President von der Leyen to visit Greenland on Sunday, expected to announce fresh funding amid Trump's renewed acquisition push
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will travel to Greenland's capital on Sunday, where she is widely expected to announce fresh funding for the self-governing Danish territory. The vis
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Al Jazeera: Tensions reignite in Ethiopia's Tigray region as TPLF regroups and clashes with federal government
Al Jazeera reports that the 2022 Pretoria Peace Agreement, signed by the Ethiopian federal government and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) to end a two-year war, has left many key disputes
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Israeli police killed a Palestinian man in Jerusalem on Friday, and the army prevented humanitarian aid from entering the besieged village of Qusra in the West Bank.
Israeli police killed a Palestinian man in Jerusalem on Friday, and the army prevented humanitarian aid from entering the besieged village of Qusra in the West Bank. Additionally, U.S. Ambassador to I
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Donald Trump downplays US-Iran conflict as "minor," but hints at "possible imminent" strike on Iran's Ghasemabad nuclear facility.
On Friday, ET, US President Donald Trump stated that the conflict between the US and Iran was merely a "military skirmish" and a "minor issue" for the US, which should not be called a "war." However,
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Donald Trump reached an oil deal with Venezuela, granting the U.S. control over most of Venezuela's oil wealth, raising concerns among U.S. oil executives.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that a broad oil deal he reached with Venezuela could be "the best deal ever signed," a pact that effectively grants the U.S. control over much of Venezuela's oil we
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Trump criticizes "Radical Left Lunatics" and "Dumocrats," stating they prefer the U.S. to lose the war in Iran rather than see him win, attributing this to "Trump Derangement Syndrome."
Trump criticizes "Radical Left Lunatics" and "Dumocrats," stating they prefer the U.S. to lose the war in Iran rather than see him win, attributing this to "Trump Derangement Syndrome."
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October 7 attack shapes Israel’s elections, Netanyahu faces pressure and deflects blame for failures
The three-year anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attack is approaching, and with elections looming in late October, the Hamas-led assault is set to play a pivotal role. Israeli Prime Minister Benjam
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A UN human rights report states that Israel's "Iron Wall Operation" in the West Bank may constitute crimes of "ethnic cleansing" and "forced displacement," having displaced over 33,000 Palestinians.
The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) released a report on Friday stating that Israel's "Iron Wall Operation" in the West Bank from January to February 2025 resulted in the deaths of 102 Palestinians and
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Al Jazeera: Yemen's Houthis advance towards "key strait," clashes with government forces leave at least 100 dead
Al Jazeera reports that at least 100 people have been killed since Thursday in intensified fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces. The Houthis are advancing towards a
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Smoke seen rising in central Kyiv after Russian drone attack, Reuters witnesses say
Smoke seen rising in central Kyiv after Russian drone attack, Reuters witnesses say
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South Korean Presidential Office: Considering various options for "contributing" in the Strait of Hormuz
South Korea's presidential office stated on Friday that it is considering various options to "contribute" to the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure free navigation in the strategic waterway. This foll
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Japan's Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Warns: Shipping in Strait of Hormuz Unlikely to Recover This Year, No Immediate Plans to Return
Jotaro Tamura, CEO of Mitsui OSK Lines, one of the world's largest tanker operators, said on Thursday that given the renewed escalation of tensions between the US and Iran, it is difficult to foresee
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Diplomatic sources indicate that Pakistan, Qatar, and Oman are in contact with both Iran and the United States, working to de-escalate the situation.
Pakistan, Qatar, and Oman are reportedly in contact with Iran and the United States to de-escalate regional tensions, according to diplomatic sources cited by Al Arabiya English. This follows earlier
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Iran's state television reported that the Iranian military stated targeting Israel is "much easier than before."
Iran's state television reported that the Iranian military stated targeting Israel is "much easier than before."
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Kremlin Says Ukraine Peace Deal Remains Distant, Too Early to Discuss New Plan Details, No Concrete Progress
The Kremlin stated it is too early to discuss the prospects or details of any new Ukraine peace plan, adding that while a peace settlement remains possible, there are currently no concrete signs of pr
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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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