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Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the world has become 'desensitised' to crises in Gaza and Lebanon
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says the world has become 'desensitised' to crises in Gaza and Lebanon. He added that Israel is "the root cause of insecurity in West Asia" and has in
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Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the basis for diplomacy with the United States is its seven-point proposal.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that the basis for diplomacy with the United States is its seven-point proposal, adding that there is a possibility of implementing the propos
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Chinese President Xi Jinping: The Gulf region should not become an arena for major power competition; China is willing to help it achieve lasting peace.
Chinese President Xi Jinping stated on Monday during his meeting with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman in Beijing that the world is undergoing "profound changes unseen in a century," and the Gulf regi
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The head of the UAE's largest energy company called for increased oil reserves and refining capacity to mitigate the severe impact of a disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
The head of the UAE's largest energy company called for increased oil reserves and refining capacity to mitigate the severe impact of a disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
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ADNOC CEO: Global oil inventories have been depleted by nearly 1 billion barrels since the US and Israel went to war with Iran, and shipping costs have surged.
Sultan al-Jaber, CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), stated that global oil inventories have been depleted by nearly 1 billion barrels since the US-Israel war against Iran began, eroding th
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Saudi Civil Defense issued a "potential danger" alert for Abha city and three provinces, warning residents not to share information about missile and drone attacks.
Saudi Civil Defense issued and then lifted a "potential danger" alert for the city of Abha and the provinces of Khamis Mushait, Taif, and Najran. The department also warned residents not to film, publ
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Ships transiting Strait of Hormuz still face 'massive cost and huge risk', despite Trump administration's claims of openness
Trita Parsi at the Quincy Institute states that the idea of the Strait of Hormuz being fully open is “laughable”. While more ships are transiting, they incur “massive cost and huge risk”. Parsi told A
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According to Al Jazeera: Israeli forces shelled towns in southern Lebanon and opened fire on valleys.
According to Al Jazeera, Israeli forces shelled the towns of Mansouri and Majdal Zoun in southern Lebanon and opened fire on the Al-Hujair and Al-Salouqi valleys. UN data shows that despite a ceasefir
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Hebron Governor stated that Israeli forces have withdrawn from the city, with Palestinian security forces now in full control.
The Governor of Hebron told Al Jazeera that Israeli forces have withdrawn from the entire city of Hebron in the occupied West Bank, following an Israeli siege. The governor added that Palestinian secu
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Oil prices fall over 3% as hopes for US-Iran diplomatic progress emerge
Brent crude futures fell 3.2% to $109.75 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped 3.3% to $100.69. According to Reuters, the decline is attributed to renewed hopes for diplomatic
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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) accused Iran of killing over 20 mariners in and near the Strait of Hormuz in recent months.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) accused Iran of killing over 20 mariners in and near the Strait of Hormuz in recent months.
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Saudi Defense Minister Discusses Regional Security, Condemns Houthi Attacks in Calls with Australian, Japanese Counterparts
Saudi Defense Minister Discusses Regional Security, Condemns Houthi Attacks in Calls with Australian, Japanese Counterparts
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Donald Trump: US Can "Shut Down" Iran Anytime
Donald Trump stated at a midterm election rally in Salina, Kansas, on November 1 that the United States has "dominated" Iran and "can shut them down whenever we want." He added that the U.S. is trying
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Taiwan and Japan are working on a broad trade pact, sources say
The deal is designed to "minimize political sensitivity" amid China pressure, aiming to provide a strategic anchor between the Asian tech powers and break a logjam in Taiwanese trade diplomacy.
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Jalili, an advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, stated that Iran's resilience has made major powers "desperate."
Saeed Jalili, a representative of the Supreme Leader to Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that Iran's self-reliance has driven major world powers to despair. He made these remarks at a
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Emerging market currencies fell as traders focused on developments in Iran and U.S. data.
Emerging market currencies fell as traders focused on developments in Iran and U.S. data.
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Iran lists 7 conditions for peace talks, including lifting US sanctions and reducing military presence
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi detailed seven conditions for peace talks and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. These include: lifting US sanctions, reducing the US military presence in th
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US Officials Push for Russia to Resume Gas Sales to Europe via Ukraine Pipelines, WSJ Reports
US Officials Push for Russia to Resume Gas Sales to Europe via Ukraine Pipelines, WSJ Reports
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Rubio says Trump wants to resolve conflict with Iran through diplomacy
According to CNBC, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio stated over the weekend that Donald Trump hopes to resolve the conflict with Iran through diplomatic channels and has not yet made a final decision. Ru
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Israeli siege of Hebron displaces over 537 Palestinian families; settlers install mobile homes on shops
Israeli forces have forcibly displaced at least 537 Palestinian families from their homes in Hebron, with many others trapped and relying on the Red Cross for supplies. Soldiers have been demolishing
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Nobel Peace Prize laureate Mohamed ElBaradei warns: Any new US strike on Iran would be "an act of madness."
Mohamed ElBaradei, the Egyptian politician who formerly headed the UN nuclear watchdog, warned that the Middle East would "pay a heavy price" if the US launched new attacks on Iran. He posted on X, st
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DHL Group CEO: South Korea Emerges Victorious in Global Supply Chain Reorganization, Driven by AI Chip Demand and Reduced Reliance on China
DHL Group CEO Tobias Meyer stated that South Korea is emerging as a potential winner in the global supply chain restructuring, driven by demand for AI chips and efforts to reduce reliance on China, wh
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UKMTO reports an oil tanker was hit by two unidentified projectiles off the coast of Saudi Arabia.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that an oil tanker was struck by two unidentified projectiles at 23:47 GMT on Sunday, approximately 72 nautical miles east of the coast of Ras Al Khaf
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Ukraine accuses Russia of cyberattacks causing false alarms on its air raid alert app, while Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations also claims its app was hit by a massive cyberattack.
Ukraine's Air Force stated that its air raid alert application issued erroneous warnings on Sunday, including nuclear threats, chemical threats, and street fighting alerts, and falsely mentioned the d
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Israeli forces shell and conduct demolition operations in the village of Bani Haiyyan, southern Lebanon.
Citing Al Jazeera and Lebanon 24, the Israeli military has carried out shelling and demolition operations in the southern Lebanese village of Bani Haiyyan, with no casualties reported so far.
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IRGC Claims "Complete Defense Independence" and Warns US and Israel
Hossein Mohebi, spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), stated that the military has achieved "complete defense independence" by eliminating reliance on foreign advisors and str
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Egyptian and Saudi Foreign Ministers Hold Phone Call to Discuss De-escalation and Resumption of Negotiations
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal, during which the two sides discussed the necessity of continuing joint efforts to prevent escalati
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According to the Financial Times, due to the ongoing conflict in the Black Sea, Russia has exported pig iron via the northern port of Murmansk in the Arctic for the first time in 30 years to evade Ukrainian strikes.
According to the Financial Times, due to the ongoing conflict in the Black Sea, Russia has exported pig iron via the northern port of Murmansk in the Arctic for the first time in 30 years to evade Ukr
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Iran has submitted a new nuclear and peace proposal to the United States via Qatar, accompanied by seven conditions including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has submitted a new nuclear and peace proposal to the United States via Qatar, which includes seven conditions such as opening the Strait of Hormuz. Mohsen Rezaei, Iran's top security official, s
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Saudi-led coalition intercepts and destroys Houthi cruise missile over Riyadh
Saudi-led coalition intercepts and destroys Houthi cruise missile over Riyadh
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US Senator Bernie Sanders called on the new Congress to cut off funding for the war in Iran
US Senator Bernie Sanders stated that Democrats in the new Congress should cut off funding for the US-Iran war. He pointed out that this war "cannot truly be stopped unless funding is cut off." Sander
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The Iranian military stated that it will not allow the U.S. military to rebuild its regional bases.
According to Al Jazeera, citing Iran's Fars News Agency, Iranian military spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia stated that more than 228 locations or facilities at US military bases in the region have been
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Qatari officials: Iran's leadership is watching to see if the U.S. midterm elections will alter the stance toward Iran.
Ali al-Thawadi, Strategic Affairs Adviser to the Qatari Foreign Minister, said in an interview with a Washington Post columnist that the Iranian leadership wants to see whether the US midterm election
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China's Ministry of Commerce: Resolutely opposes US sanctions on two Chinese enterprises, reserves the right to take necessary measures
China's Ministry of Commerce: Resolutely opposes US sanctions on two Chinese enterprises, reserves the right to take necessary measures
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Trump says great progress has been made in US-Iran negotiations and claims the US military destroyed Iranian air defense installations
Donald Trump stated that great progress has been made in US-Iran negotiations and claimed that the US military destroyed Iranian air defense installations. US President Donald Trump stated that Washin
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US State Department Offers Up to $20 Million Reward for Information Related to Iran's Nuclear Program
The U.S. Department of State's "Rewards for Justice" program has announced a reward of up to $20 million, along with potential relocation assistance, for information regarding Iran's nuclear program,
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According to Xinhua News Agency, China has expressed concern over US trade restrictive measures targeting China.
According to Xinhua News Agency, China has expressed concern over US trade restrictive measures targeting China.
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Trump Says Both Russia and Ukraine Want a Deal
Trump Says Both Russia and Ukraine Want a Deal
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Trump says Iran's air defense installations have been destroyed by the US
Trump says Iran's air defense installations have been destroyed by the US
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Trump on talks with Iran: We are in negotiations with the Iranian side, wait and see the outcome
Trump on talks with Iran: We are in negotiations with the Iranian side, wait and see the outcome
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According to Al Jazeera: The Prime Minister of Qatar stated that mediation efforts are continuing in order to prevent the situation from spiraling out of control.
According to Al Jazeera: The Prime Minister of Qatar stated that mediation efforts are continuing in order to prevent the situation from spiraling out of control.
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Qatar denies reports that "US and Iran failed to reach an agreement," stating that both sides continue to work toward a deal.
Majed Al Ansari, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, posted on social media to refute reports that the US and Iran have failed to reach an agreement, stating that such false cla
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Iranian air defense forces announced that they shot down a US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island.
Iran's air defense forces announced they have shot down a US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island, according to a military statement reported by Iran's state television IRIB, following earlier reports by loca
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U.S. Central Command stated that the situation around Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz is "relatively calm."
The U.S. Central Command stated that the situation around Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz is "relatively calm." Earlier, Iranian state media reported that explosions were heard and two projectile
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Qatar's International Media Office has denied reports that "the US and Iran failed to reach an agreement."
The Qatar International Media Office has denied reports that the United States and Iran have failed to reach an agreement. Qatari officials stated that circulating online claims—attributing to the Pri
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Iranian state media reported that "aircraft sounds" were heard and two projectile impacts occurred on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian state media reported that the sound of "aircraft" was heard over Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, followed by two projectile impacts. According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA),
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Qatari Prime Minister Calls on US and Iran Not to Wait for "Perfect Moment" to Reach Peace Agreement
Speaking in a public interview at the University of Oxford, Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stated that the United States and Iran should
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Azizi, head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, stated that the US and Israel will be made to pay a price.
Ebrahim Azizi, Head of the National Security Committee of the Iranian Parliament, posted on X that Iran will not let US President Donald Trump "leave the region without cost and reparations," adding t
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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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