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Middle East tensions push oil prices to five-month highs; tech stock sell-off shows signs of easing on Friday
Oil prices climbed to a five-month high on Friday, fueled by escalating tensions in the Middle East. A tech stock sell-off also showed signs of easing at the end of a volatile week.
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Brent crude oil hit a five-month high, and WTI crude oil stabilized above $100, after Iran stated it was ready for "asymmetric warfare."
Brent crude futures rose 0.7% to $113.50 a barrel on Friday, a five-month high, and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose 0.8% to $100.24 a barrel. This followed a statement from Iran's mili
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IEA Executive Director Birol warns: Energy is becoming a geopolitical weapon, Europe faces rising natural gas prices this winter.
International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol told Al Jazeera that Europe faces the risk of rising natural gas prices this winter and criticized governments for failing to diversify
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The Yemeni government forces claimed to have "eliminated" approximately 620 Houthi militants and destroyed about 120 vehicles and equipment in the past 24 hours.
Majid al-Nuzaili, a spokesperson for the Yemeni government forces, stated that their troops conducted 1,392 operations against Houthi positions, equipment, and weapons over the past 24 hours. During t
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Analysts warn global oil reserves could last only 1-2 months if Hormuz Strait shuts amid US-Iran war
Al Jazeera analysts warn that if the US-Iran war escalates and the Strait of Hormuz is completely shut, global emergency oil stocks, currently at multi-decade lows, may only last one to two months. Br
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According to Al Jazeera, an Israeli military drone detonated a sound bomb near Kfarshouba in southern Lebanon.
According to Al Jazeera, an Israeli military drone detonated a sound bomb near Kfarshouba in southern Lebanon.
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German FM Wadephul warns Iran, Houthis are 'holding global trade hostage' amid Red Sea attacks
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Iran and Houthi militias are 'holding global trade hostage' by continuing to strangle the world's energy and fertilizer supplies through indiscrimin
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French Foreign Minister Barrot warned that an escalation of the US-Iran conflict would have "no winners" and could have "very serious consequences" for oil and gas prices.
French Foreign Minister Barrot warned that an escalation of the US-Iran conflict would have "no winners" and could have "very serious consequences" for oil and gas prices.
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Trump Says Strait of Hormuz "Completely Ours," Iran Warns Uncoordinated Vessels Not to Pass
U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House that the Strait of Hormuz is "totally ours, and we're going to keep it that way," echoing his previous statements about the waterway. Iran
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Israeli forces detain 2 Palestinians, lock down Hebron after shooting
Israeli forces have detained two Palestinians, Jamal al-Din al-Huraybat and Mohammad Zeitoun al-Halaika, and closed all access points to the Hebron governorate following an early morning shooting at a
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Bloomberg Markets reports that Russia, facing disruptions to its wheat exports due to ongoing attacks in the Black Sea region, is turning to niche solutions, including disputed territories, to maintain its status as the world's largest wheat supplier.
Bloomberg Markets reports that Russia, facing disruptions to its wheat exports due to ongoing attacks in the Black Sea region, is turning to niche solutions, including disputed territories, to maintai
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IEA head Birol warns EU entering winter with record-low gas reserves, cannot withstand further supply shocks
International Energy Agency (IEA) head Fatih Birol warned that Europe is entering winter with historically low gas reserves and cannot withstand further supply shocks, as the US-Israel war on Iran dis
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Brazil's presidential runoff to impact rare-earth development
The result of Brazil's presidential runoff on Sunday will not only decide the country's next leader but also impact how -- and how quickly -- the country develops its massive, largely untapped reserve
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The Bank of Japan (BOJ) released its Financial System Report, stating that Japan's financial system remains stable overall, but highlighted the need to monitor risks from AI investment profitability and the situation in the Middle East.
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) today released its Financial System Report, stating that Japan's financial system remains stable overall. The report highlighted that the expansion of global AI-related demand
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UK Foreign Secretary Miliband: Will advocate for the full restoration of navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz through diplomatic channels at the Istanbul talks.
The office of UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband stated that he will advocate for diplomatic solutions to restore full navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz during talks in Istanbul on Friday. The t
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Israeli military: Two assailants killed in a shooting incident near Hebron in the West Bank; forces are searching the area and have imposed a blockade.
Israeli military: Two assailants killed in a shooting incident near Hebron in the West Bank; forces are searching the area and have imposed a blockade.
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Donald Trump's envoy, Mike Waltz, warned Iran that the United States is prepared for a long-term confrontation and emphasized that Tehran must reach a "meaningful agreement" regarding its nuclear program.
Donald Trump's envoy, Mike Waltz, warned Iran that the United States is prepared for a long-term confrontation and emphasized that Tehran must reach a "meaningful agreement" regarding its nuclear prog
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Oil prices stabilized near a five-month high, with Brent crude currently at $112.96 per barrel, due to concerns that Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia could disrupt supply.
Oil prices stabilized after a sharp rise due to concerns that continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia could disrupt global energy supplies. According to Reuters, Brent crude was trading at $112.96 a
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Canada updates Saudi travel advisory, urges citizens to "avoid all travel" to Riyadh and Dammam airports
The Canadian government updated its travel advisory for Saudi Arabia on October 22, urging citizens to "avoid all travel" to King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Fahd International Air
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Hong Kong stocks rebound, while mainland, Japanese, and Korean markets fall
Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index rebounded 0.41% to 23,027 points, with the China Enterprises Index up 0.72% to 7,744 and the tech index up 0.51% to 3,813. Meanwhile, mainland Chinese stocks exte
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Trump says Musk has restored Starlink service to Ukraine, after the Ukrainian military previously reported service restrictions.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that tech giant Elon Musk has restored Ukraine's access to Starlink satellite internet services, which play a crucial role in Ukraine's war efforts and air defense.
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U.S. Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander called for U.S. sanctions on Israeli settlements and a ban on importing settlement goods.
U.S. Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander was released after being detained by the Israeli military. He stated that he witnessed "features of apartheid" in the West Bank and called for the U
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U.S. Senators Warren and Murphy criticized Donald Trump's war in Iran, stating it has resulted in 23 American military deaths and cost over $45 billion.
U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chris Murphy posted on X, criticizing President Trump's war against Iran. Warren noted that the war has lasted nearly eight months, resulted in at least 23 American
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Italy warns against all travel to Saudi Arabia
Italy's Foreign Ministry has reiterated its warning against all travel to Saudi Arabia, citing a continued deterioration in the kingdom’s security situation. The updated travel advisory, issued on Oct
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has officially tasked Gadi Eisenkot with forming a new government and warned that the threat from Iran is imminent.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has officially authorized Gadi Eisenkot to form a new government, while warning that the Iranian threat is imminent. In his speech, Herzog stated that Iran has never cea
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Qatar condemns Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia
Qatar has condemned the Houthi missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia. In a statement released by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the attacks launched by the Houthi movement against
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Yemeni Houthi armed forces claim attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid Airport and Aramco oil facilities
Yemen's Houthi movement claimed it has launched attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport and Saudi Aramco oil storage tanks. Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea stated that the
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US military announces the establishment of Task Force "Iron Gate" aimed at severing Iran's overland and Caspian Sea supply networks
The US military has announced the formation of Task Force "Iron Gate," aimed at cutting off Iran's overland and Caspian Sea supply networks. U.S. Central Command stated that the new unit will be headq
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IRGC Warns US and Israel of Devastating Response to Any Further Attacks
Ali Belali, an advisor to the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force, stated in a Telegram post that if the enemy makes another mistake, Iran's response will be deva
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Bahrain and Egypt Condemn Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabia
Bahrain and Egypt have condemned the Houthi armed attacks using missiles and drones against Saudi Arabia, expressing their firm support for the kingdom's measures to defend its sovereignty and securit
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Russian airstrikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure have left approximately 850,000 residents without power in Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv oblasts.
Russian airstrikes targeting energy infrastructure in the Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv regions of Ukraine have left approximately 850,000 residents without power. According to Ukrainian energy company D
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Kuwait condemns Houthi missile attack on Saudi Arabia
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement condemning the missile attacks launched by the Houthi movement in Yemen against Saudi Arabia, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and a dir
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Experts: Saudi-led coalition strikes weaken Houthi launchers, slowing attack tempo
Experts: Saudi-led coalition strikes weaken Houthi launchers, slowing attack tempo
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Israeli Defense Minister Katz: The "mission" against Iran is not yet complete
Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated at a ceremony that Israel's "mission" against Iran is not yet complete, and accused Tehran of attempting to resume its efforts to acquire nuclear weapons.
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IRGC Warns of Harder Strikes Against US, Stating "The War Continues"
IRGC Spokesperson Mohebbi stated that the war between Iran and the United States continues on both military and economic fronts, warning that "naturally, in a war, they may strike one of our vessels,
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Yemen's Houthi movement says Saudi-led airstrikes have killed at least 72 people
Yemen's Houthi movement says Saudi-led airstrikes have killed at least 72 people
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Tanker catches fire northwest of Khasab, Oman; crew evacuated
The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a fire broke out on an oil tanker 15 kilometers (8 nautical miles) northwest of Khasab, Oman, resulting in the evacuation of the crew. The agency
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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the U.S. "Iron Gate" land blockade plan is nothing more than a play on words.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has stated that the U.S. "Iron Gate" land blockade plan is nothing more than a play on words. IRGC spokesperson Sardar Mohebi stated that the U.S.
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External power supply to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has been cut off, and backup diesel generators are currently in use.
According to Reuters, the Russian-controlled management of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant stated on Sunday that the Ferosplavna power transmission line was cut by protection systems due to
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Eyewitnesses report that the Saudi Aramco building was damaged in an attack, with the Saudi government yet to respond.
Eyewitnesses report that the Saudi Aramco building was damaged in an attack, with the Saudi government yet to respond.
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A building in the financial district of Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, was struck and damaged by an unidentified flying object.
A building in the financial district of the Saudi capital, Riyadh, was hit and damaged by an unidentified flying object, Reuters reported, citing sources. Earlier, the Saudi-led coalition stated that
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Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed multiple Houthi ballistic and cruise missiles
Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed multiple Houthi ballistic and cruise missiles
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US military unveils new plan to sever Iran's overland supply lines, says Donald Trump is in talks with Iranian representatives
US military unveils new plan to sever Iran's overland supply lines, says Donald Trump is in talks with Iranian representatives
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The Saudi-led coalition announced that it has intercepted and destroyed two cruise missiles over Riyadh and the southern region.
The Saudi-led coalition announced that it intercepted and destroyed two cruise missiles in Riyadh and the southern region. The coalition did not specify the origin of the missile launches. Shortly bef
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Saudi-led coalition announces interception of two ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh
The Saudi-led coalition announced that it has intercepted two ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh. The coalition stated that its air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed two ballisti
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Saudi Civil Defense issues potential attack alert for Riyadh, urges residents to seek shelter
Saudi Civil Defense issues potential attack alert for Riyadh, urges residents to seek shelter
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The Israeli military stated that the sirens previously triggered along the Lebanese border were a false alarm.
The Israeli military stated that the sirens previously triggered along the Lebanese border were a false alarm. Earlier, sirens had sounded in the Zar’it and Shomera areas in northern Israel near the L
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Israel builds 90-kilometer military road network in southern Lebanon
Israel is building a 90-kilometer military road network in southern Lebanon, with satellite imagery showing the construction of roads and military outposts, sparking concerns over a long-term military
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Reviewing Bitcoin's Historical Performance Amid Geopolitical Conflicts: From Flash Crash to V-Shaped Recovery—True Safe-Haven Asset or High Volatility?
Geopolitical crises are the ultimate litmus test for asset attributes. Looking back at events such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022 and the escalation of US-Iran tensions in 2026, Bitcoin's (BTC) performance exhibits a recurring pattern: during the initial outbreak of a crisis, market panic and liquidity squeezes often trigger "flash crashes," with intraday drops reaching 8%–10%. However, once sentiment is released, prices tend to stage a rapid "V-shaped recovery," regaining lost ground or even hitting new highs within days or weeks. This short-term high volatility makes it behave more like a risk asset, while its long-term "digital gold" narrative of resisting inflation and decentralization—coupled with institutional capital inflows that frequently follow crises—endows it with certain hedging characteristics. This article reviews key historical case studies to explore Bitcoin's dual identity in turbulent environments.
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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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