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Oil prices rose while gold fell following fresh US strikes on Iran, threatening a fragile truce. Bank of America warns investors of potential market corrections, urging them to book profits.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jun 10, 2026

Iran condemns US visa refusals for key staff ahead of the 2026 World Cup, even as all 26 players were cleared to enter and the team moved its base to Tijuana.

Emmanuel Morilla Jun 07, 2026

Saudi Arabia and the UAE have blocked US strikes on Iran, forcing a strategic rethink. This decision underscores the diplomatic leverage Gulf states hold over US military planning

Rohit David Jun 05, 2026

Bitcoin prices fell below $66,000 on Wednesday, with analysts warning of further declines amid shifting sentiment and upcoming IPOs.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jun 03, 2026

US President Trump cancels a planned strike on Iran after Gulf allies' appeal, while Iran plans a Bitcoin-backed maritime insurance service to bypass Western financial systems.

Niloy Chakrabarti May 19, 2026

Middle East tensions are rising as Trump renewed threats toward Iran while Tehran tightened control over the Strait of Hormuz amid uncertain peace talks.

Nick Suter May 18, 2026

US President Donald Trump warns of military action against Iran's uranium stockpile, escalating tensions amid fragile negotiations and international concern over potential conflict.

Nobelle Borines May 10, 2026

A US-Iran peace deal could trigger a record gold rally, further supported by factors like strong central bank buying, currency debasement, and rising US debt.

Niloy Chakrabarti May 08, 2026

Paolo Zampolli's proposal to replace Iran with Italy at the 2026 World Cup raises questions about politics in football and a bid to repair strained US-Italy relations.

Corazon Victorino Apr 23, 2026

Donald Trump touts an Iran peace plan built on a Strait of Hormuz toll regime, sanctions relief and nuclear limits, with allies touting a $1 trillion US payoff as key details remain unverified.

Welbert Bauyaban Apr 19, 2026

A legal expert argues that US naval pressure in the Strait of Hormuz amounts to an unlawful blockade, while Iran's tighter control of shipping lanes may still fall within disputed but arguable legal bounds.

Welbert Bauyaban Apr 18, 2026

Intelligence reports say Iran still holds a large missile stockpile despite prolonged US and Israeli strikes, and retains many drone launchers, claims the White House disputes.

Nick Suter Apr 15, 2026

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on China after reports of arms shipments to Iran, raising fears of global conflict and economic fallout ahead of a high-stakes summit.

Corazon Victorino Apr 13, 2026

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced a ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel and exposed just how dependent the world economy is on a few vulnerable chokepoints.

Briane Nebria Apr 12, 2026

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, reportedly lost a leg and suffered facial injuries in the strike that killed his father, fueling doubts over who truly holds power in Tehran.

Athaliah Mejares Apr 11, 2026

Iran and the US present conflicting narratives about a naval encounter in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting tensions amid ongoing ceasefire talks.

Bernadette B. Tixon Apr 11, 2026

Pope Leo XIV issues a warning about Donald Trump and the Middle East conflict, questioning the morality of military actions amid a shaky ceasefire with Iran.

Clarizza Potoy Apr 11, 2026

Trump criticises Iran over Strait of Hormuz oil flow, saying it is 'doing a very poor job' amid fragile ceasefire and rising tensions.

Marie Joy Toledo Apr 10, 2026

Iranian civilians say US strikes are damaging lives and livelihoods, not just the regime, as ceasefire tensions grow across the Middle East.

Corazon Victorino Apr 09, 2026

Concerns grow over Iranian sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil-shipping corridor. The presence of mines poses significant risks to commercial and military vessels.

Manuel Demegillo Apr 09, 2026

Ray Dalio believes the world order is breaking down, and people are more focused on near-term risks instead of the long-term pattern analogous to previous world wars.

Niloy Chakrabarti Apr 09, 2026

Republicans worry Donald Trump's Iran strategy may have already hurt their midterm chances despite a temporary ceasefire. Party leaders fear voters will not be swayed in time.

Corazon Victorino Apr 09, 2026

Lindsey Graham is urging Congress to vote on any Iranian plan to end the US‑Israel war against Iran, despite previously arguing that Donald Trump did not need lawmakers' approval to launch military action.

Jaja Agpalo Apr 08, 2026

US stock futures rise while oil prices crashed as President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing global investor concerns about the ongoing energy crisis.

Niloy Chakrabarti Apr 08, 2026

Explore how Pakistan emerged as a key mediator in the US-Iran ceasefire talks, highlighting its strategic diplomacy and historical ties with Iran.

Ria Pathak Apr 08, 2026

Donald Trump just announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, but on the condition that they would completely and immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Mimi Heimbrod Apr 08, 2026

Blasts strike Iran's industrial sites as the US weighs extending its deadline. Pope Leo condemns threats as 'unacceptable', warning of an unjust war and rising global tensions.

Marty Vergel Baes Apr 08, 2026

A viral X post claims Israeli Channel 13 launched a countdown clock tied to Trump's alleged Iran deadline, raising fears of escalation and highlighting risks of misinformation worldwide.

Marty Vergel Baes Apr 07, 2026

Strategy has acquired 4,871 Bitcoins for $329.9 million, retaining its status as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder in the world.

Niloy Chakrabarti Apr 07, 2026

Donald Trump has warned that 'a whole civilisation will die tonight' unless Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz, after US strikes on Iran's main oil export terminal intensified a dangerous stand-off.

Jaja Agpalo Apr 07, 2026