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Lebanese Health Ministry: Nearly 9,000 killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon since Oct 2023
Lebanese health authorities reported that Israeli attacks on Lebanon from October 2023 to September 2026 have resulted in 8,920 deaths and 30,595 injuries. The figures include 4,358 deaths and 12,359
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard claims new attack on US warships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced it fired ballistic missiles at a U.S. aircraft carrier and a destroyer in response to a naval blockade, escalating the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran War Halves Hormuz Strait Oil Flows to 6-8 Million BPD, Forcing Global Trade Route Rewrites and Adding $330 Billion to Import Costs
The ongoing conflict has compelled Middle Eastern oil exporters like Saudi Arabia and the UAE to divert crude through alternative routes such as the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Fujairah port, despite exi
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Ukraine's Odesa to vote this week on banning Russian-language content in public arts and literature
Odesa, Ukraine's third-biggest city and one with an overwhelmingly Russian-speaking population, will decide this week on a controversial plan to ban Russian-language content in music and literature in
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Iran's IRGC says it attacked U.S. aircraft carrier and destroyer with ballistic missiles; U.S. has not confirmed
Iran's IRGC says it attacked U.S. aircraft carrier and destroyer with ballistic missiles; U.S. has not confirmed
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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned all vessels near the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to be vigilant against "suspicious actions."
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned all vessels near the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to be vigilant against "suspicious actions."
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Iran's IRGC Navy says it targeted three vessels on unauthorized routes through Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC Navy says it targeted three vessels on unauthorized routes through Strait of Hormuz
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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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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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