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Argentinian judge orders suspension of British-Israeli oil project near Falkland Islands
The interim ruling, issued by a court in Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego province, is a symbolic move amid Argentina's escalating claim over the British-administered territory. The judge ordered Britain’
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Russia to hold parliamentary election this weekend, with ruling United Russia party expected to cement dominance
The tightly controlled vote, taking place from Friday to Sunday, is widely expected to shore up the United Russia party's dominance in the 450-seat State Duma. External observers will focus on voter t
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JPMorgan Chase Global Macro Conference Minutes: Geopolitical Risk Premium Expected to Persist Until 2027, Brent Crude Average Price Potentially Reaching $87/barrel in 2027
JPMorgan Chase's Strategic Research Department's meeting minutes indicate that geopolitical risk premiums are underestimated and are expected to persist until at least 2027. The commodities strategy t
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Trump plans to meet Gulf leaders at UN next Tuesday to discuss Iran war's endgame: report
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet leaders from six Gulf Cooperation Council states on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York next Tuesday, Axios reported. The discuss
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U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Canada becoming a "quasi-member" of the European Union could constitute an "act of hostility," threatening to impose heavy taxes on Europe and cut some trade.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that if the European Union's proposal to make Canada its first "associate member" was ill-intentioned, the United States would impose heavy taxes on Europ
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President Trump says US nearing end of war with Iran, claims direct talks with Tehran
President Trump says US nearing end of war with Iran, claims direct talks with Tehran
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Consultancy Verisk Maplecroft: El Niño and War Threaten Asia's Food Supplies, Risking Unrest
Consultancy Verisk Maplecroft states that severe weather disruptions, particularly from El Niño, combined with war threats, will exacerbate food security risks across Asia. This could potentially trig
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Fed Chairman Warsh: Long-term U.S. Treasury yields rise due to stronger economy, capital competition, and geopolitics
Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh analyzed the reasons for the significant rise in long-term U.S. Treasury yields in recent months at a press conference, attributing it to three main factors: a stronger
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Leaked photos show widespread damage to US Gulf base from Iran attack, radar jet cut in half, trailers flattened
Photos provided by active military personnel show that Iranian attacks caused widespread damage to multiple US military bases in the Gulf region, including a radar jet being severed, trailers flattene
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Houthis Release Video Claiming to Show Shot-Down Saudi Fighter Jet in Yemen's Marib
Houthi forces have released a video claiming to show a Saudi fighter jet that the group says was shot down in Yemen’s Marib Governorate. Al Jazeera stated it cannot independently verify the claim, and
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Nikkei Asia Analysis: The Trump Factor Limits Diplomatic Outcomes from Xi Jinping's Engagement with Modi
Nikkei Asia Analysis: The Trump Factor Limits Diplomatic Outcomes from Xi Jinping's Engagement with Modi
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Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh explained the Fed's shift to interest rate hikes, citing a stronger economy and labor market, insufficient improvement in inflation, and a change in geopolitical risk assessment as key factors.
Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh stated that three major developments have altered the Federal Reserve's outlook since July: a stronger economy and labor market, insufficient improvement in inflation, a
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US Indictment Reveals Russian Global Assassination Network, Former Intelligence Officer Accused of Offering $25,000 to Assassinate Dissident in Lithuania
According to U.S. prosecutors, last year, Yuri Khrameev, a former Russian military intelligence officer, offered a U.S. citizen $25,000 to track and kill a person "spreading Russian lies" in the Lithu
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UN Secretary-General Guterres warns geopolitical divides fueling Security Council inaction, calls for urgent reform
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated at a news conference on Wednesday that geopolitical divisions among major powers, some of whom violate international law while sitting on the S
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France Extends Fuel Aid for Sectors Impacted by Mideast Conflict
France’s government extended targeted aid for sectors most hurt by the latest rise in fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
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US House passes bill that could cut universities off from federal student aid if they boycott Israel
US House passes bill that could cut universities off from federal student aid if they boycott Israel
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Sweden expelled an Iranian embassy employee, accusing Iran-backed groups of plotting against Jewish and Israeli interests within Sweden.
Sweden's Foreign Minister stated that the move aims to protect Swedish citizens and interests. Sweden's Justice Minister added that the decision concerns alleged Iranian activities targeting "Jewish a
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Kremlin Pushes Russia to Maintain Status as Largest Wheat Exporter
The Kremlin is pushing wheat exporters and growers to maintain Russia's geopolitical advantage as the world's largest grain exporter, despite disruptions to Black Sea ports.
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The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to pass a comprehensive sanctions bill against Russia on Wednesday, allowing the President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries such as China and India that purchase Russian oil and gas.
The bill, introduced by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, aims to punish Russia for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The bill would also sanction Russian leaders, officials, and financial institutions,
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Djibouti calls for urgent international assistance as over 2,500 Yemenis flee to the country since last week, with numbers expected to reach 10,000
Djibouti's Interior Minister Omar Abdi Said warned on Wednesday that the influx of Yemeni refugees, already exceeding 2,500 since last Thursday, has surpassed national capacity and is projected to ris
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Al Jazeera: Israeli "double-tap" airstrike kills schoolchild in Gaza
Al Jazeera reported that Israel launched a "double-tap" airstrike on Gaza City on Tuesday, killing two people, including a 15-year-old schoolboy, despite a "ceasefire" agreement brokered by the US bet
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Egypt's el-Sisi rejects displacement of Palestinians from Gaza
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi firmly rejected any plans for Palestinian displacement, following comments by Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz. Katz had stated the army would “finish the
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Chinese oil prices hit record highs after attacks on Saudi pipeline
The Financial Times reported that Beijing has cushioned the global impact of the Iran war by drawing down its oil stocks, but is now 'coming off its crash diet', indicating a shift in its strategy to
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US Energy Secretary Wright states that getting more flow through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would be helpful.
US Energy Secretary Wright states that getting more flow through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would be helpful.
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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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CNBC reports: Nations and corporations are investing in underwater technology to address a "new arms race" for critical subsea infrastructure.
Governments and corporations are increasingly recognizing that future conflicts will not be limited to the air but will also extend to the seabed, CNBC reported. As concerns grow over the vulnerabilit
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, issues its first air raid alert since Houthi attacks escalated in July.
Saudi civil defense authorities issued air raid alerts in the capital Riyadh and several other regions on Friday evening and Saturday morning local time, following reports of explosions in the capital
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North Korea Rejects UN Nuclear Watchdog Resolution, Calls Its Nuclear Status Irreversible, and Accuses It of Double Standards
North Korea's Foreign Ministry on Saturday rejected a resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) criticizing its nuclear weapons program, stating that its status as a nuclear power is
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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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