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Media reports indicate the U.S. has warned Gulf allies to prepare for potential strikes against Iran after the midterm elections, but Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision.
The U.S. has warned Middle Eastern nations of a potential "short, sharp military action" against Iran after the midterm elections, which could lead to Iranian retaliation, according to reports from Th
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Saudi Civil Defense announced that the "danger has passed" in the Eastern Province and Najran Province, and warned the public against sharing attack information.
Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense announced that the "danger has passed" in the Eastern Province and Najran Province. The department also warned that filming or sharing information related to missile and d
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India approves $22 billion in military spending to address border tensions with China.
India on Monday approved 2.12 trillion rupees (approximately $22 billion) in military spending to procure modern defense equipment, including long-range kamikaze drones, reconnaissance and strike syst
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Report: Russia Receiving North Korean Laborers Disguised as Students Via Online Platforms
A Moscow businessman offered North Korean laborers disguised as students to Russian companies via an online platform, part of a state-backed forced labor scheme, according to a report released Thursda
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Iran is in close contact with mediators regarding a 7-day reopening plan for the Strait of Hormuz; Donald Trump denies peace talks.
Iran is in close contact with mediators regarding a 7-day reopening plan for the Strait of Hormuz; Donald Trump denies peace talks.
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Germany and South Korea eye strategic industrial partnership in defense
Germany and South Korea are exploring a new chapter in defense cooperation, moving towards a strategic industrial partnership. This initiative comes as Europe faces its most serious security crisis si
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Oil prices fell as traders weighed diplomatic efforts in the Middle East to avert a potential US military strike on Iran.
Oil prices fell as traders weighed diplomatic efforts in the Middle East to avert a potential US military strike on Iran.
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Israel's election results in deadlock, highlighting deep divisions and no clear path to new government
Israel's recent election has resulted in an inconclusive outcome, with neither opposing bloc securing a parliamentary majority, leaving the country without a clear path to forming a new government. De
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Nikkei: Japan to See New Round of Food Price Hikes as Middle East Turmoil Drives Up Tanker Shipping Costs
Nikkei Asia reported that Japan may face a second wave of food price hikes. Ongoing Middle East instability has driven up prices for naphtha-derived container materials and crude oil tanker freight ra
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: "Pariah Action" Against Iran Is Succeeding
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: "Pariah Action" Against Iran Is Succeeding
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According to The Wall Street Journal, Vance sent a letter to the hardline secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, seeking to restart peace talks.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Vance sent a letter to the hardline secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, seeking to restart peace talks.
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Putin stated at the third Russia-Africa Summit that Russia would not pursue "neo-colonialism."
Russian President Vladimir Putin told African leaders at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow that Russia would not engage in "neo-colonial exploitation" of the African continent, unlike former co
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US and Israel may strike Iran after midterms, targeting leadership, energy, and nuclear sites if talks fail, Axios reports
According to Axios, the US and Israel anticipate a week of strikes on Iran following the midterm elections if diplomatic talks fail. Potential targets include Iran's leadership, energy infrastructure,
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Financial Times Analysis: Israeli Opposition Fails to Topple Netanyahu, Fears Missing Historic Opportunity
Financial Times Analysis: Israeli Opposition Fails to Topple Netanyahu, Fears Missing Historic Opportunity
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Kremlin says European countries not participating in next round of Ukraine talks, but Finnish President disagrees; Netherlands and UK pledge billions in new aid
Yuri Ushakov, a senior Kremlin foreign policy aide, stated that European countries would not participate in the next round of talks with Ukraine and the United States planned for Abu Dhabi. However, F
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Israeli reservist Lidor Dafna faces war crimes complaint in UK over alleged demolition of Gaza flour facility
Israeli reservist Lidor Dafna faces war crimes complaint in UK over alleged demolition of Gaza flour facility
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Iran's Foreign Minister: Armed Forces Prepared to Defend, But Diplomacy Still an Option
Iran's Foreign Minister stated that while their brave armed forces are fully prepared to defend the homeland, Iran continues to give diplomacy a chance to succeed.
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Preliminary vote counts in the Israeli general election show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc leading but without a parliamentary majority.
Preliminary vote counts from the Israeli general election show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc leading but without a parliamentary majority. With 85% of votes tallied, Netanyahu's Likud party and its allies
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U.S. Energy Secretary Wright stated that Russia would only benefit from diesel exports after the war ends.
U.S. Energy Secretary Wright stated that Russia would only benefit from diesel exports after the war ends.
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According to POLITICO, the EU will revoke Canada's "quasi-member state" status.
According to POLITICO, the EU will revoke Canada's "quasi-member state" status.
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Analysts say Iran uses spy threats to suppress dissent, former Israeli spy chief reveals operation details
Analysts point out that while Iran faces genuine espionage threats, it is also using this threat to suppress dissent, leading to mass arrests and executions. Former Israeli spy chief David Barnea reve
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Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic visit, discussing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline, and regional stability cooperation.
Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic visit, discussing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline, and regional stability cooperation.
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The Kremlin stated that European countries will not participate in trilateral talks on the issue of Ukraine.
The Kremlin stated that European countries will not participate in trilateral talks on the issue of Ukraine.
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The Kremlin stated that the date for trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine will be announced soon.
The Kremlin stated that the date for trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine will be announced soon.
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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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A tanker carrying liquefied natural gas to Pakistan was attacked, raising questions about the effectiveness of its security agreement with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
A tanker carrying liquefied natural gas to Pakistan was attacked, raising questions about the effectiveness of its security agreement with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Saudi-led coalition intercepts ballistic missile fired by Houthi forces toward Eastern Province
Saudi-led coalition intercepts ballistic missile fired by Houthi forces toward Eastern Province
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Saudi Civil Defense Directorate announced that the alerts in Dammam, Al-Ahsa, and Abqaiq have been lifted.
The Saudi Civil Defense Directorate announced that the danger in Dammam as well as the provinces of al-Ahsa and Abqaiq has now been cleared, while warning that filming, publishing, or sharing any info
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Saudi Civil Defense issues "potential danger" alert for Dammam, Dhahran, and other areas in the Eastern Province
The Saudi Civil Defense has issued alerts for Dammam, Dhahran, Abqaiq, and other cities in the Eastern Province, as well as al-Ahsa, warning of "potential dangers."
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Former U.S. Department of Defense official: U.S. military's "Iron Gate" Task Force aims to cut off Iran's overland supply lines and energy transport
Former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Michael Mulroy stated that CENTCOM’s newly established Task Force Iron Gate aims to further advance Washington’s economic "strangulation strategy" by
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Saudi and Qatari Foreign Ministers hold telephone talks to discuss regional security and de-escalation in the Middle East.
The Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia and Qatar held a phone call to discuss regional security and de-escalation in the Middle East. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Qatari Prime an
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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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BCH (Bitcoin Cash) trading volume reached $2.1 million over the past hour (15.2x its average for the same period over the past 7 days), currently trading at $247.900.
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What is the METIS Token? An Analysis of Metis' Technical Architecture and Transition Progress
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US military says it struck a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman suspected of violating US blockade on Iran
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