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FIFA congress in Vancouver reflects global tensions, with Iranians absent
Palestinian soccer federation president refused to shake hands with Israeli counterpart…
U.N. votes to cut the peacekeeping force in South Sudan from 17,000 to 12,000
The U.N. Security Council voted Thursday to reduce the ceiling for the peacekeeping force in conflict-torn South Sudan from 17,000 to 12,000 troops with a mandate to prevent a retu…
FIFA confirms Iran will play all 2026 World Cup group-stage matches on US soil despite tensions
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will compete in the 2026 World Cup with all group-stage games scheduled at U.S. venues in LA and Seattle.…
UAE’s OPEC exit adds 1M barrels capacity, may lower oil prices
UAE exits OPEC, adding 1M barrels capacity. Oil hitting $90 by June at 100% YES.…
Iran will play World Cup games in US, FIFA president says
The Iranian men’s soccer team is set to play in the World Cup in the United States this summer, FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed on Thursday as the war in the Middle East …
Daniel Lacalle: Liquidity is masking economic stresses, Europe’s energy crisis stems from inadequate preparation, and the fastest money supply growth since 2021 is impacting asset prices | Macro Voices
Europe's energy crisis and geopolitical tensions threaten economic stability and consumer confidence across the continent.…
Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options
Axios reported that US Central Command has prepared a plan for a wave of "short and powerful" strikes on Iran.…
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Vietnam President Lam to visit India next week to fortify ties amid rising regional tensions
Vietnam President To Lam visits India from May 5-7 to strengthen bilateral ties amid rising regional tensions.…
Oil prices briefly hit wartime high as Trump weighs new strikes on Iran
Oil prices surged to their highest level since the beginning of the US-Iran war early Thursday before retreating on the strength of fresh reports that President Trump could soon re…
Bitcoin eyes $75K after 'most hawkish' FOMC as oil hits highest since 2022
Bitcoin faces renewed pressure as Brent crude oil passes $120 per barrel and the Federal Reserve delivers its "most hawkish" meeting.…
Oil temporarily surges above $126 per barrel as US-Iran conflict seemingly intensifies
Oil markets face extreme pressure, with Brent crude briefly touching $126 on Thursday morning, as a breakdown in diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran now seems likely to…
The price of Brent crude oil surges past $125 a barrel as worries brew over an escalation in the Iran war
The price of Brent crude oil surges past $125 a barrel as worries brew over an escalation in the Iran war…
Commodities: Oil Spikes With No U.S.-Iran Resolution In Sight
The oil market has moved from over-optimism to the reality of the supply disruption we are seeing in the Persian Gulf.…
Oil prices today: Brent tops $120 as Trump doubles down on Hormuz blockade
International Business News: Global oil prices surged past $120 on Thursday, briefly touching $122, the highest level since 2022 as fears of prolonged supply disruptions intensifi.…
ASX falls as Woolies, Coles shares slump on war inflation; oil climbs
The Australian sharemarket has extended its losing streak as Brent oil soared to a wartime high after a report that Donald Trump is set to receive a briefing on new military option…
Oil extends gains with Brent at $120 as fears of an extended U.S.-Iran conflict rise
Oil extended gains on Thursday as signs of a prolonged U.S. blockade on Iranian exports and stalled nuclear negotiations.…
Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaring
Brent oil futures soar another 7.6 per cent to US$119.69. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
Iranian speaker mocks ‘junk’ Trump claim oil wells would explode after three days
The Iranian politician's comments come after Trump warned that Iran had just days before its oil infrastructure could fail.…
US Treasury yields climb as Fed meeting nears amid geopolitical tensions
US Treasury yields rise ahead of the Fed meeting. Rate cut after April 2026 at 0.1% YES.…
TotalEnergies warns of tighter oil supply as Strait of Hormuz closes
TotalEnergies warns of tighter oil supply due to Strait of Hormuz closure. Oil price hitting $90 by June now at 25% YES.…
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz closed, deepening global supply chain disruptions
Iran keeps the Strait of Hormuz closed, worsening supply chain issues. Traffic normalization by May 15 at 15.5% YES.…
China-U.S. tensions build over Iran and AI before Trump meets Xi
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are headed toward a summit next month with a shared desire to stabilize ties. That calm is being tested as both leaders rush to shore up strategic vulne…
$292M liquidated in crypto market amid US-Iran tensions
Over $292 million was liquidated in the crypto market amid US-Iran tensions. Bitcoin reaching $80,000 in April now sits at 17.5% YES.…
Bitcoin rises to $77,000 ahead of Fed decision as Trump preps for lengthy Hormuz block
Bitcoin is sitting almost still while the rest of the majors give back gains and oil pushes above $111 on reports of an extended U.S. naval blockade against Iran.…
US silence on Iran school strike raises strategic questions
US silence on the Iran school strike raises concerns. Iranian regime fall by May 31 at 4% YES.…
Trump orders extended Iran blockade, escalating diplomatic tensions
Trump orders an extended blockade of Iran, pushing the odds for Iran agreeing to end uranium enrichment by April 30 down to 0.2% YES.…
Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz post-war, US rejects conditions
Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz post-war, but the US rejected it. Ceasefire by April 30 at 2.9% YES.…
America’s favorite gas hack app delivers worst news imaginable for California drivers
Nationally, gas prices have also surged.…
Trump considers Iranian offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, easing oil tensions
Trump is considering Iran's offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a drop in oil price expectations; Crude Oil All Time High by April 30 at 0.5% YES.…
Can the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?
The United Nations chief warns of the waning influence of the global agreement.…
‘Just peace’ can’t be found by joining organisations that charge fees: UNGA President defends UN system
UNGA President Annalena Baerbock asserts that 'just peace' isn't attainable through fee-based organizations, emphasizing UN's inclusive approach.…
Hezbollah claims strike on Israeli tank in south Lebanon amid ceasefire tension
Hezbollah claims to have struck an Israeli tank in south Lebanon. Ceasefire by June 30, 2026 remains at 100% YES.…
Tehran-Moscow flights resume after US-Israeli strikes suspension
Tehran-Moscow flights resumed after a two-month pause due to US-Israeli strikes. Iranian regime fall by June 30 at 7.5% YES.…
UAE pledges stable oil supply amid Iran Strait of Hormuz blockade
UAE pledges stable oil supply amid Iran blockade. Crude oil all-time high by April 30 at 1.1% YES.…
Russian Superyacht Sails Through Strait of Hormuz
Russia and Iran have close diplomatic and military ties, including over drones and air defense systems.…
What’s in Iran’s latest proposal – and how has the US responded?
Trump administration signals rejection of Iran’s offer, citing incomplete resolution of Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.…
Geopolitical tensions create new risks for satellite operators globally
India’s satellite ban reveals vulnerabilities in space contracts…
Citi UK CEO: 'Phenomenal' market resilience is keeping recession risk at bay — for now
Markets have performed in an orderly way, despite the economic turmoil wrought by Middle East war, said Citi UK CEO Tiina Lee.…
'Goli maro, thok do culture': TMC accuses BJP of issuing 'death threats' to Mamata
News News: NEW DELHI: A fresh political row erupted on Tuesday after TMC accused BJP of issuing \"death threats\" against West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerje.…
Global military spending hits record high amid warnings of new arms race
The world is spending more money on weapons than ever before, reaching nearly $4 trillion in 2025.…
US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions
Iran has reportedly resumed commercial flights from Tehran’s international airport. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
ASX falls as miners and banks slide in war limbo; energy stocks gain
The Australian sharemarket fell again in early trade as uncertainty lingers if and when the US and Iran will find a deal to end their two-month war.…