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US-Iran Conflict: Military Escalation and Diplomatic Efforts

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Latest: Trump weighs military or economic options against Iran

The US-Iran conflict has intensified through military escalation and maritime blockades, even as diplomatic channels remain open. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has warned of ‘continuous, effective and pain

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US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade and energy crisis

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Latest: Strait of Hormuz: Two tankers struck by unknown projectiles

The US–Iran maritime standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, causing significant global economic volatility. While President Trump previously claimed the strait was navigable, a diplomatic impasse has stalled r

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US-Venezuela energy and mineral pact expands

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Latest: Chris Wright affirms future Venezuelan elections and $2B oil deal

Following the historic 25-year energy agreement announced on August 27, 2026, the Trump administration is expanding its strategic focus in Venezuela to include the country’s vast mineral resources. Seeking to secure supp

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Global geopolitical power shifts and Middle East instability

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Latest: Geopolitical shifts impact Middle East power and UK territory sovereignty

The global geopolitical landscape is experiencing a shift characterized by a decline in Western influence and the emergence of new power structures. The conflict in Ukraine continues to drain European resources and prest

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US wholesale and petroleum inventory trends

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Latest: U.S. energy inventories show crude oil decline and natural gas increase

In early August 2026, U.S. inventory data showed fluctuations in both wholesale and petroleum stocks. Revised June data from the Census Bureau indicated that U.S. wholesale inventories rose by 0.2%, a slight downgrade fr

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