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US Defence Secretary Hegseth faces bipartisan push to resign over Iran war after midterms: Bloomberg
US Defence Secretary Hegseth faces bipartisan push to resign over Iran war after midterms: Bloomberg
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Oil tanker attacked by explosive-laden speedboats in the Strait of Hormuz, engine room on fire.
Militants used speedboats to launch an explosive attack on an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its engine room and causing a fire. This marks the first such attack in the current conflict,
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Brent crude oil rose to $118/barrel, up 2.5% on the day, due to concerns about a potential US attack on Iran.
Brent crude oil prices rose to $118 per barrel, up about 2.5% on the day, due to a tanker attack and the possibility of further US strikes on Iran, sparking concerns about global supply. Meanwhile, th
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Israeli forces bombed a house in southern Lebanon and shelled border areas.
According to Lebanon's National News Agency (NNA), the Israeli army blew up a house in southern Lebanon and shelled several areas near the border. The destroyed house was located on the road between K
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Russia's Novak says attacks on oil refineries will have negative impact on diesel fuel supplies to global market
Russia's Novak says attacks on oil refineries will have negative impact on diesel fuel supplies to global market
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US officials discussed economic blockade and pressure on Iran, with military strikes remaining an option post-midterm elections, Axios reports
US officials discussed economic blockade and pressure on Iran, with military strikes remaining an option post-midterm elections, Axios reports. According to Axios reporter Barak Ravid, a high-level me
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Yemen urges UNDP to act against Houthis' 'indiscriminate planting of mines' in civilian areas
Yemen’s Foreign Ministry has called for urgent United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) action to stop the Houthis from carrying out mine operations in governorates in the country, in a statement o
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Ukraine accuses the US of delaying missile interceptor deliveries and attacks Russian microchip and chemical plants.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the U.S. government has caused "artificial and prolonged delays" in delivering Patriot and NASAMS missile interceptors that European allies have alr
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Italian students and unions launched protests nationwide on Friday, as the government bolstered security measures in anticipation of unrest. The demonstrations target soaring living costs, education investment, and the Middle East conflict.
Italian students and unions launched protests on Friday, with the government increasing security measures in response to potential unrest. The protests targeted soaring living costs, education investm
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Lebanon has indicted eight individuals linked to Hezbollah over previously seized explosives.
Lebanese judicial authorities have indicted eight individuals associated with Hezbollah in a case involving previously confiscated explosives belonging to the group. The State Prosecutor has charged t
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China denies espionage allegations against NVIDIA CEO, calling them "groundless speculation."
China has denied espionage allegations against NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, calling U.S. intelligence officials' belief that a Chinese businesswoman was collecting NVIDIA information for Beijing "groundle
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Strait of Hormuz tensions persist: Iran claims multiple oil tankers struck by mines, destroys enemy unmanned vessel; Oman Navy rescues crew.
Al Jazeera's latest report indicates that Iranian authorities have reported multiple incidents recently in and around the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy stated that it pr
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Kremlin: Refinery strikes won't derail Ukraine talks, according to IFX
Kremlin: Refinery strikes won't derail Ukraine talks, according to IFX
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Iranian Navy says two oil tankers caught fire after hitting mines in the eastern Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's navy stated that two oil tankers were damaged and caught fire after hitting mines in the eastern Strait of Hormuz. A statement cited by Iranian media claimed that the vessels were operating in
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Russia plans to extend its ban on diesel exports, with certain exceptions, until the end of January, according to IFX.
Russia plans to extend its ban on diesel exports, with certain exceptions, until the end of January, according to IFX.
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Trump reiterates Iran war will "get wrapped up soon," demands guarantee against nuclear weapons
Trump reiterated in an interview with Kansas City radio station KCMO that the war with Iran will end soon, stating, "We need a guarantee there’ll never be a nuclear weapon." This comes as Washington s
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Russia's Novak says Ukraine attacked Russian refinery overnight
Russia's Novak says Ukraine attacked Russian refinery overnight
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The commander of U.S. Central Command stated that the main shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz are free of mines, a claim refuted by Iran's Revolutionary Guard, which said it prevented two oil tankers from passing through "unauthorized routes."
Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of U.S. Central Command, stated that there are no Iranian mines in the main internationally recognized shipping lanes of the Strait of Hormuz, vessels can pass freely, a
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Iran suspected of tactical shift, attacking oil tanker with limpet mines in Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, first time since 2019.
Iran suspected of tactical shift, attacking oil tanker with limpet mines in Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, first time since 2019.
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Qatari mediators arrived in Tehran on Friday to present Iran with revised peace deal terms to avoid a US military strike.
Qatari mediators arrived in Tehran on Friday to present Iran with revised peace deal terms aimed at ending the conflict between the United States and Iran, CBS News reported. A source familiar with th
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KREMLIN: Ukraine Is Ignoring Trump's Request to Stop Attacks on Russian Refineries
KREMLIN: Ukraine Is Ignoring Trump's Request to Stop Attacks on Russian Refineries
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Donald Trump stated that he does not know who to negotiate with because "many Iranian leaders are no longer there," adding that Iran must reach an agreement.
Donald Trump stated that he does not know who to negotiate with because "many Iranian leaders are no longer there," adding that Iran must reach an agreement.
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Al Jazeera: Regional diplomatic efforts aim to prevent a "large-scale" escalation of US-Iran conflict after US midterm elections
Al Jazeera reports that regional countries are engaged in diplomatic efforts to prevent a "large-scale" escalation of the US-Iran conflict that could emerge after the US midterm elections. Countries s
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Donald Trump was briefed on potential military options against Iran on Thursday, according to FOX.
Donald Trump was briefed on potential military options against Iran on Thursday, according to FOX.
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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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Explosions reported in Qeshm Island and other areas near the Strait of Hormuz as US takes action to cut off land supply lines
According to Al Jazeera, Iranian state media reported that explosions were heard in multiple locations, including Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as Jask, Sirik, and Bandar Abbas, while
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Yemeni foreign minister calls for joint measures with Lebanon to halt alleged Hezbollah support for Houthis
Yemeni foreign minister calls for joint measures with Lebanon to halt alleged Hezbollah support for Houthis
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UKMTO reports maritime incident involving bulk carrier and military in Gulf of Oman
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) stated that it has received a report of a maritime incident in the Gulf of Oman, located approximately 18 nautical miles (about 33.3 kilometers) ea
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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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US military says it struck a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman suspected of violating US blockade on Iran
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