Missile attack raises risk of Red Sea disruption, compounding Hormuz crisis and threatening global energy flows.
Iran War
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Rare agreement offers relief for Asian energy flows—but highlights fragmented control of global oil chokepoint.
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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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Pakistan mocked Trump, saying the focus of the war now appears to be reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which had …
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MARKETS
Dow Slides 300 Points as Oil Surge Pushes Markets Toward Correction
by Dean Dougnby Dean DougnBrent tops $110 amid Hormuz disruption, while Trump’s strike delay fails to calm investor fears.
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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.
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Crude climbs above $106 as diplomatic confusion fuels supply fears and inflation risks.
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Europe urges de-escalation as energy shock spreads, yet Washington’s strategy signals limited room for compromise.