KMT leader’s China trip signals shifting cross-strait dynamics before a high-stakes U.S.-China summit
Donald Trump
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Futures & Commodities
Trump Floats Seizing Iran Oil as War Drives Prices Higher
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnUS signals possible takeover of Kharg Island as Brent surges and Middle East tensions threaten global energy flows
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Tehran signals retaliation while global powers race to reopen Hormuz and prevent a deeper energy crisis
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Investors no longer react to headlines as oil shock and policy uncertainty override political signaling.
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From Abu Musa to Larak, Iran’s “unsinkable carriers” may determine control of the world’s most critical energy chokepoint.
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Billionaire’s surprise role in high-level talks highlights Big Tech’s growing influence in geopolitics and energy security.
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Remark underscores geopolitical stakes as Hormuz disruption reshapes global energy markets and investor sentiment.
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Futures & CommoditiesPOLITICS
Russia Claims U.S. Wants Control of Nord Stream Pipelines
by Dean Dougnby Dean DougnLavrov’s allegation adds new tension to global energy rivalry amid unresolved sabotage mystery.
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Pakistan mocked Trump, saying the focus of the war now appears to be reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which had …
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MARKETSWorld Markets
European Stocks Slide as Trump Extends Iran Strike Pause
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnMarkets struggle with mixed signals as prolonged conflict uncertainty outweighs short-term diplomatic relief.