Stories tagged “Geopolitics.”
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Iranian media report US strike on Iranian oil tanker near Kharg Island
Iranian media reported a US strike on an Iranian oil tanker near Kharg Island, following earlier reports of Iran firing missiles towards the Strait of Hormuz.
Discussions are increasing about a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX, but geopolitical tensions between the US and China pose significant challenges. Elon Musk's reliance on China for Tesla's manufacturing while SpaceX serves as a US national security contractor c…
ADNOC Keeps Loading LNG as Hormuz Risks Intensify
ADNOC is continuing its liquefied natural gas (LNG) loadings despite escalating geopolitical tensions and increased risks in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping chokepoint.
Brent Nears $96 as Iran Conflict Keeps Oil Market on Edge
Brent crude oil prices are approaching $96 per barrel, driven by escalating conflict involving Iran, which raises significant concerns about global oil supply disruptions.
The Dutch Central Bank has transferred 86 tons of gold, valued at billions of dollars, from the United States and Canada to the Bank of England in London. This strategic move, completed over several months, aims to enhance the bank's resilience and preparedness amidst inc…
Oil relaxes and stock markets recover their breath
Oil prices eased after US President Trump indicated that renewed attacks against Iran would be brief, calming market fears over Middle East supply disruptions. This led to a recovery in global stock markets, including Europe, and eased pressure on bond yields.
Qatar and UAE Turn to Rare LNG Ship Transfers as Hormuz Crisis Drags On
Qatar and the UAE are resorting to unusual ship-to-ship transfers of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, which has become increasingly risky due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Egypt to meet with Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, with discussions focusing on investments and the repercussions of the Middle East war and US sanctions on global economy and diplomacy. Both countries, partners of Iran, seek to strengthen …
UK 10-year borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 2008 amid a global bond market sell-off, driven by US-Iran tensions escalating oil prices and inflation fears.
Ukrainian Drone Barrage Sets Key Russian Oil Port Ablaze
A Ukrainian drone attack has reportedly set a key Russian oil port ablaze, escalating tensions and raising concerns about global energy supply disruptions.
Two oil supertankers, Sidr and Senegal Prosperity, were struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed US-Iran hostilities, according to maritime security consultant Marisks.
The US threat of sanctions against China over its relationship with Iran lacks credibility due to America's own economic vulnerabilities, including an AI bubble and a fragile bond market.
Britons face a 4 percent increase in their energy price cap from October 2026, driven by soaring wholesale gas prices due to the intensifying US-Israel war on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. Oil Deal Pushes China and Russia Out of Venezuelan Fields
A new U.S. oil deal in Venezuela is reportedly displacing China and Russia from key oil fields, marking a significant shift in geopolitical influence over the nation's vast energy reserves.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim to have attacked two US military bases in Jordan with drones and missiles, retaliating for a US strike on Iran's Larak island. This marks the first direct exchange of attacks between the US and Iran in weeks, raising tensions in the Middl…
U.S., Japan, South Korea maritime drills are ‘threat’ to North Korea, Pyongyang says
North Korea has labeled upcoming maritime drills by the U.S., Japan, and South Korea as a “threat,” accusing Washington of hostile policy despite President Trump's efforts for a new meeting with Kim Jong Un. Pyongyang asserts its nuclear arsenal is essential for regional …
Iran's military claims it launched explosive drone strikes against US bases in Jordan and the UAE, including Al Minhad Air Base, in retaliation for an American attack on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Syria's new government, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, has adopted a policy of diplomatic engagement with Israel, despite ongoing Israeli military provocations, as it seeks to rebuild after years of war.
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei called for Muslim unity against the United States and Israel during Islamic Unity Week, stating that any divisive act serves the enemies of Islam.
Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Agreement, a defence pact aiming to sharpen regional deterrence and shift security responsibility to regional powers, drawing comparisons to NATO.
A prominent Chinese academic, Di Dongsheng, warns that China must prepare for a coming struggle with the US over sea power and the security of global shipping routes, advocating for a national consensus on "regaining mastery of the oceans."
China's Chang'e-7 moon mission, aimed at hunting for water ice near the lunar south pole, has been delayed until next year, potentially easing political pressure on NASA.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked US Treasury Deputy Chief Scott Bessent's "Economic D-Day" rhetoric regarding new sanctions, implying such measures would harm the global financial system. Ghalibaf suggested Bessent's aggressive stance was ill-con…
US President Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it 'gets in the way' of US interests, citing the country's close relationship with Iran and its potential to control the Strait of Hormuz.
Ibex 35 Nears 20,200 Points, Attentive to Geopolitics and Nvidia
European markets, including Spain's Ibex 35, opened with moderate gains as investors weigh geopolitical risks and anticipate Nvidia's earnings report. The Ibex 35 recovered to 20,100 points, approaching 20,200, while oil prices fell and Asian markets mostly declined.
A BBC Persian roundup of Western analyses arguing that the US-Israel war on Iran has produced near-opposite results to what was intended, with Iran emerging stronger and reshaping Middle East power dynamics.
China Challenges Russia’s Arms Dominance in Central Asia
China is increasingly challenging Russia's long-standing dominance in arms sales to Central Asian nations, leveraging its economic influence and Russia's diminished capacity due to the war in Ukraine.
Saudi Oil Exports from Mediterranean Soar with Shuttles North to Avoid Houthis
Saudi Arabia is significantly increasing its oil exports from the Mediterranean via the SUMED pipeline, rerouting crude to avoid Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.
Emerging market currencies hit new highs amid dollar weakness
Emerging market currencies reached new record levels and headed for an eighth straight weekly gain, driven by broad U.S. dollar weakness and increased risk appetite.
Iranian Oil Supply to China Is Rapidly Drying Up
Iranian oil supply to China is significantly decreasing, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and U.S. pressure, leading to higher global crude oil prices.