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Clooney kicks off Venice as festival wades into war, Gaza and AI

Venice rolls out the red carpet Wednesday, with George Clooney set to collect a lifetime achievement award as the film festival opens a starry two-week run heavy on biopics, war-zone dramas from Gaza and Iran, and a fresh reckoning with artificial intelligence.

Radio France Internationale

Six months of Trump's Iran war: America won battles, but where is the victory?

When America's commander-in-chief President Donald Trump announced US strikes on Iran under the ambitious Operation Epic Fury in the early hours of February 28, there was little ambiguity about what Washington wanted from the campaign.

The Times of India

Dollar Erases Early Gains as Crude Oil and T-note Yields Move Lower

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 2.5-week high today and is down by -0.11%. The dollar gave up an overnight advance and turned lower today when WTI crude oil dropped from a 6-week high and moved lower, which eased inflation expectations, a dovish factor for Fed policy. The...

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Trump aides seek 'quiet' in Iran war but say attacks may intensify after November elections

Top Trump officials are making strides to minimize the risk of escalating tensions with Iran as elections approach. Their strategy involves intensifying economic sanctions to compel Iran into negotiations. Yet, the situation is precarious, with both nations involved in reciprocal attacks. Possible military actions loom after the election period, emphasizing…

The Economic Times

Xi calls on Mideast nations to be ‘masters of their own affairs’ in rare Egypt visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called on "the people of the Middle East" to oppose "externalinterference" and consider reshaping the region's security order during a visit to Egypt. The rare visit by the Chinese leader comes as Beijing aims to expand its influence in the region as the Iran…

France 24

Stocks Stabilize as Crude Oil Prices and Bond Yields Ease

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up by +0.16% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.42%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.20%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.10%, and September E-mini...

Barchart

US stocks today: S&P 500, Dow gain as AI strength offsets US-Iran friction

US stocks gained on Wednesday as strength in AI stocks helped the S&P 500 and Dow offset renewed US-Iran tensions and rising inflation concerns. Investors also weighed higher Treasury yields and growing bets on a September Fed rate hike, while Friday’s jobs report could provide the next major market signal.

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Saudi Arabia says Iran attacked vessel in Hormuz, killing two sailors

Saudi Arabia reported an Iranian attack on a national oil tanker. This incident tragically killed two Filipino seafarers on Monday. The supertanker Sidr was hit while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia stressed the necessity of halting escalations and respecting maritime safety. This follows previous attacks on Bahri vessels…

The Economic Times

Strikes Without End

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Reason

Trump doesn’t understand the forever war he’s created with Iran – and Russia

COMMENT: Trump remains mesmerized by Putin even as the Kremlin helps Iran kill Americans and weaken US influence around the globe, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Independent UK

After deadly US strike, videos show Iran wedding turned 'into funeral'

Footage of ruined decorations, abandoned shoes and debris strewn on the ground circulated widely in Iran on Wednesday following a wedding celebration that was turned "into a funeral" by a deadly US strike. In other footage, a state television reporter holds up a charred piece of metal he said was…

The Economic Times

Iran targets US allies in Gulf after overnight attacks, and other Mideast news

Iran has targeted U.S. Gulf allies, firing drones at Kuwait and Bahrain after U.S. airstrikes in Iran

The Independent UK

Netanyahu's Explosive TV Boast: Did He Really Trick Trump Into Going To War With Iran?

Netanyahu boasts that 1,000 hours on US television helped shape American opinion on Iran, fuelling explosive questions over whether he influenced Trump or went as far as tricking him into war.

International Business Times UK

Iranian rial in freefall as dollar breaks 2.1 million mark

The rial has lost 63% of its value against the dollar since March, with the euro hitting 2.55 million rials and gold coins changing hands at 2.26 billion. Iran's central bank governor pledged a $2 billion injection while acknowledging inflation had placed "heavy pressure on people's livelihoods."

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International Business Times

The U.S. Has a New Strategy To Target Iranian Oil: 'Tanker For Tanker'

The U.S. military targeted two Iranian tankers on Tuesday as hostilities around the Strait of Hormuz escalate again.

The Economic Times

Trump aides, fearing a midterm elections rout, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for now

President Trump's aides seek to prevent Iran war escalation before elections. They are focusing on economic pressure to achieve concessions from Iran. This strategy faces challenges as both nations engage in recent retaliatory strikes. Military officials warn that prolonging the conflict strains munitions stockpiles. The administration aims to maintain a…

Latin Times

Wall Street Slides as US Strikes Iran Again, Oil Spikes and Fed Bets Firm Up

Iran strikes, an oil spike and hawkish Fed comments hit Wall Street Tuesday, even as Anthropic, SLB and Washington closed multibillion-dollar deals.

The Guardian - UK

Iran accuses US of ‘war crime’ after missile blast kills four people at wedding

Blast also injures 68 guests at the wedding in southern Iran, prompting fears of escalation in hostilities

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International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Reportedly Left Looking 'Weak and Inept' After Being 'Totally Humiliated' by Iran in Strikes

Donald Trump faces a barrage of online criticism after Iran allegedly defied his warning over retaliatory strikes, with commentators claiming the president looks 'weak and inept.'

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: US-Iran hostilities resume amid concerns at Hegseth’s military leadership

Leading Democrat accuses secretary of defense of causing ‘lasting harm’ to US forces

The Guardian - US

Trump doubles down on Canada trade war as talks remain stalled – as it happened

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The Independent UK

The three reasons behind the bond market shock and what it means for Andy Burnham’s first Budget

Ten-year gilts have risen well above 5% this year on the back of the Iran war

The Independent UK

Iran accuses US of killing four in strike on wedding ceremony and vows ‘devastating’ response

The US and Iran appear to have returned to full-scale war after major strikes were launched on Wednesday night

The Times of India

US-Iran war flares up again: How far can Tehran go in retaliation?

In response to renewed American strikes, Iran has initiated missile attacks on US assets across multiple countries. This aggressive stance indicates Tehran's willingness to broaden its regional attacks, jeopardizing oil shipments. The ongoing conflict poses significant threats to global shipping and energy supplies. Furthermore, Iran could resort to cyber or…

The Times of India

'November is a priority’: Donald Trump aides push to contain Iran war until midterm elections

Top Trump aides push to prevent Iran war escalation before November elections. The administration is focusing on economic pressure to secure concessions from Iran. Recent exchanges of strikes have increased tensions between the US and Iran. Military readiness and depleted munitions stockpiles also constrain White House strategy. America's Gulf allies…

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