Dean Dougn

Conflicting signals on backchannel negotiations rattle markets as diplomacy and escalation collide in the Gulf.

New XuanTie CPU targets AI inference and customization as China accelerates its push for semiconductor independence.

Islamabad steps in as potential mediator as Trump signals progress—while Tehran denies negotiations are underway.

President doubles down on talks via Kushner and Witkoff; oil tumbles, stocks rally as markets price in potential breakthrough

Precious metals recover from sharp losses as de-escalation hopes trigger a shift from safe havens to equities.

US-Iran discussions yield breakthrough; military action deferred as negotiations continue this week

Tens of thousands flood Letna Plain demanding safeguards for democracy, public media independence, and NATO commitments

US. President escalates threats as war enters fourth week; Iran strikes near Israel’s nuclear center and Diego Garcia base

Fed caught between slowing jobs and surging energy costs; short-term Treasury yields surge on tighter-policy bets

U.S President outlines five key goals met or nearly met; shifts Hormuz security burden to regional allies and users