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China Ships Out First Sulfuric Acid Cargo Since Halt on Exports
China has allowed its first outbound shipment of sulfuric acid since May, offering some relief to copper producers squeezed by a global shortage after the Iran war choked off Middle East supplies.
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Iran's IRGC Navy Claims Capture of U.S. Unmanned Submarine Near Strait of Hormuz Entrance
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy claims it captured a U.S. unmanned submarine near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC stated the operation relied on intelligence and op
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Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave Budapest over "unacceptable" activities; Russia vows "harsh and painful" response
Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán stated that the decision was made to protect Hungary's security and sovereignty, marking a pivot away from the previous pro-Kremlin stance under the new governme
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions 27 Iranian Airlines and Other Entities, Warns of Global Financial System Cut-off
The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines and a handful of other entities as part of its ongoing "Operation Economic Outcast" to isolate Iran's economy. Treasury Secretary
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OPEC's crude oil output declined in August, ending a two-month recovery, as conflict threatened Saudi export routes, a Bloomberg survey showed.
OPEC's crude oil output declined in August, ending a two-month recovery, as conflict threatened Saudi export routes, a Bloomberg survey showed.
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Saudi and Russian Foreign Ministers discuss political cooperation, Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, and regional confrontation at Moscow press conference
The discussion at the joint press conference covered key topics including political cooperation with Russia, Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, and the confrontation involving Washington, Tel Aviv, Tehra
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U.S. Defense Official: We Must Be Prepared for a Protracted Conflict in Ukraine
U.S. Defense Official: We Must Be Prepared for a Protracted Conflict in Ukraine
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Qatar's Foreign Ministry: Reopening Strait of Hormuz 'Unconditionally' Is a Top Priority, Diplomatic Efforts Underway Including Talks with China
Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ibrahim Al Hashmi stated on Tuesday that Doha is working towards diplomatic solutions to end the US-Iran war, emphasizing that “new ideas are being discussed” wit
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Iran's state media, citing army, says a U.S. drone was downed over Bandar Abbas; no U.S. confirmation
Iran's state media, citing army, says a U.S. drone was downed over Bandar Abbas; no U.S. confirmation
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U.S.-Iran conflict continues, Dow futures drop nearly 400 points in pre-market trading on Tuesday, Brent crude jumps again, nearing $100/barrel.
U.S.-Iran conflict continues, Dow futures drop nearly 400 points in pre-market trading on Tuesday, Brent crude jumps again, nearing $100/barrel.
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Israeli forces kill Palestinian man and withhold his body near Nablus amid West Bank raids
Israeli forces shot and killed a 29-year-old Palestinian man, Abdul Karim Muhammad Salem Khader, in the town of Aqraba, south of Nablus, on Tuesday, and subsequently withheld his body. The incident oc
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Report: The Trump administration will extend its resource strategy for Venezuela from oil to minerals such as gold, and is considering signing a related executive order.
According to Reuters, citing sources, the move is aimed at further solidifying U.S. control over Venezuela's natural resources and opening the door for U.S. capital to enter the country's mining secto
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With the Swedish general election approaching, the left-wing bloc is leading in the polls, and its policy stance on Israel and Palestine differs significantly from that of the incumbent right-wing government.
Sweden will hold a general election this Sunday, with the latest polls showing the left-wing bloc at 50.3% support, ahead of the incumbent right-wing government's 47.9%. The election results could cha
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Hormuz Crisis "Revives" Suez Canal: July Revenue Surges 42% to a Two-and-a-Half-Year High
Egypt's Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) announced on September 8 that Suez Canal revenues reached $505 million in July, a 42% year-on-year increase and the highest month
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Cone Denim to exit China production, shift focus to Mexico platform
The denim manufacturer cited global trade changes, evolving customer needs, cost pressures, supply chain considerations, and broader geopolitical circumstances for its decision to close the Jiaxing fa
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Brent crude oil climbs toward $100 as the Strait of Hormuz remains constrained
Brent crude oil climbs toward $100 as the Strait of Hormuz remains constrained
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Houthi attacks on multiple Saudi energy facilities disrupt operations, Brent crude rises 1.65% intraday, nearing $100 mark.
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched attacks on September 8 against multiple cities in southern Saudi Arabia, including Abha, Khamis Mushait, Najran, and Jizan. These attacks resulted in fires at several en
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Saudi Arabia announced that attacks have caused several energy facilities in its southern region to cease operations.
Saudi Arabia announced that attacks have caused several energy facilities in its southern region to cease operations.
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Old Mutual's Profit Drops for First Time Since 2022 as US-Iran War Fallout Curbs Investments
The decline at Africa’s biggest insurer by assets was due to risk-off sentiment from conflicts in the Middle East, which curbed investment returns.
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Israel's National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, unveiled the "Disengagement 710" plan, proposing to relocate approximately 2 million residents from Gaza through "voluntary migration" over seven years.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir unveiled a seven-year plan called "Disengagement 710," aiming to relocate approximately 2 million residents from the Gaza Strip through what he terme
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A Saudi-led coalition spokesperson stated that Houthi attacks have injured 73 Saudi civilians.
Major General Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, stated on Tuesday that recent Houthi attacks on southern Saudi provinces have injured 73 civilians, including women an
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18 Maritime Authorities Say Global Shipping Rules Are Collapsing
Eighteen maritime authorities state that global shipping rules are collapsing due to wars and the growth of the shadow fleet, which is causing a 'structural shift' in global trade.
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Russia attacks Kyiv, ending three-day truce during US envoy's visit
Ukrainian officials reported that Russia launched an airstrike on Kyiv early Tuesday, damaging two residential buildings. This attack followed the end of a three-day pause in strikes between the Russi
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Goldman Sachs raised its Brent and WTI crude oil price forecasts by $5 each, expecting Middle East shipping disruptions to persist until 2027; adjusted its December 2026 Brent/WTI prices to $85/$80 per barrel, and its full-year 2027 prices to $80/$75 per barrel.
Goldman Sachs stated in its latest research report published on September 7 that despite raising its assumptions for the duration of shipping disruptions, the upward revision was relatively modest giv
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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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CIA Director John Ratcliffe warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin could intensify provocations against NATO
Ratcliffe's warning comes as Russia struggles in Ukraine, with its options narrowing as domestic resources dwindle. Despite resumed negotiations, signs suggest Putin has not abandoned his ambition to
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Al Jazeera: The U.S. Department of Defense is considering withdrawing one-third of its troops from Europe after allies refused to provide bases for operations against Iran.
The U.S. Department of Defense is considering a proposal to withdraw approximately one-third of its troops (around 22,000 soldiers) from Europe, primarily affecting garrisons in Germany, Italy, and Sp
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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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