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US to unleash ‘economic isolation’ on Iran next week as Trump pressure campaign intensifies

The United States plans to intensify economic pressure on Iran next week, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warning of measures unprecedented in the history of economic isolation. The move comes as ceasefire talks falter, Washington maintains its naval blockade and tensions around the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz continue to…

The Economic Times

US says lower oil prices, not Iran's nuclear programme, are now top priority in war

WASHINGTON — The top US priority now in the Iran war is no longer its nuclear programme but to bring gasoline prices down for American consumers, the vice president said Thursday, with the treasury secretary adding that new economic punishment to wear down Tehran is imminent.

Bangkok Post

Sniper, knife, missile threats: Israel warned US of alleged Iran plot to assassinate Donald Trump

Israel warned the United States over several alleged Iranian plots to assassinate President Donald Trump, including possible sniper, knife and shoulder-launched missile attacks, but US intelligence agencies could not independently verify the specific threats, according to Reuters report quoting current and former US officials .

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Israel warned US of Iran plots against Trump, but US could not verify threats

Israel provided unverified warnings of Iranian plots to assassinate Donald Trump. These warnings intensified before the US decision to go to war in Iran. US intelligence agencies could not independently corroborate some specific threats shared by Israel. Despite this, White House and Secret Service took precautions to mitigate potential dangers.…

The Economic Times

Impact of war in Middle East hits insurer's bottom line

Shares in Sydney-based global insurance company have fallen two-month low after it paid out millions in catastrophe claims related to the war with Iran.

AAP

Israeli minister calls for police to replace military in handling West Bank settlers

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz called Friday for the police to take over law enforcement in the occupied West Bank from the military. Settlers there have been attempting to force Palestinian residents from their homes for nearly a week, intensifying efforts to seize more land. Read about the day’s events…

France 24

Oil Price Today (August 14): Crude oil dips below $88 despite Trump’s threat to blockade Iran indefinitely. What are experts saying?

Brent crude futures were down 30 cents, or 0.34%, at $86.77 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures gained 34 cents or 0.42% to $80.92 a barrel. Both benchmarks had dropped more than 2% in the previous session, ending a six-session winning streak for Brent and a…

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US Navy sends new warship to replace USS Lincoln in Iran war amid mental health crisis, sailors threatening to jump overboard

The USS George Washington is heading towards the Middle East as concerns grow. The USS Abraham Lincoln faces an extended deployment, setting a new record. Lawmakers are seeking greater accountability from the Pentagon regarding carrier conditions. The Navy acknowledges disruptions and supply shortages impacting sailors at sea. Mental health concerns…

The Economic Times

Oil steadies after US threatens to blockade Iran indefinitely

Oil prices edged higher on Friday amidst fresh supply anxieties, largely sparked by the U.S.'s warning of a possible indefinite naval blockade against Iran. This development has reignited fears about crude oil supplies on the global stage. However, forecasts indicating reduced growth in demand provided some stabilization. Compounding the situation,…

The Economic Times

Fox News airs fake quote from an Iranian general

The bogus quote from IRGC Commander-in-Chief Ahmad Vahidi said Iran would disarm its nuclear program if the US and Israel did

The Independent UK

Global Chaos Hasn't Stopped Shipping. Executives Are Marveling At The Industry's Resilience.

CEOs from two of the world's largest shipping companies are saying that the industry has shown resilience in the face of challenges such as the Iran war.

International Business Times

Vance says low oil prices are top US goal in Iran conflict

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that the top US priority in the Iran war was keeping oil and gasoline prices low for Americans, with preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon ranking second.

Bangkok Post

There is only one thing Trump has talked more about than his construction projects

A new analysis determined Trump talks more about the Iran war and his ongoing construction projects than policies such as immigration and the economy

The Independent UK

Dollar Ends Little Changed Despite Dovish US PPI Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday ended the day little changed despite downward pressure from the dovish US PPI report, which lowered the odds of a Fed rate hike in September to 35% from 40% on Wednesday. In addition, the 10-year T-note yield fell -5 bp, undercutting the dollar's...

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The Independent UK

US military loses 25% of its key drone fleet as Iran war shrinks stockpile: report

At least 45 MQ-9 Reapers, which cost up to $50 milion each, have been shot down or crashed, for a total loss exceeding $1.3 billion

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Crude Prices Fall as Persian Gulf Tensions Ease Slightly

September WTI crude oil (CLU26) on Thursday closed down -2.02 (-2.43%), and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26) closed down -0.0257 (-0.81%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell on Thursday, with no overnight reports of new military attacks by the US or Iran in the Persian Gulf. Market concerns about the Middle...

The Independent UK

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East

Bangkok Post

Iran's mountains won't bow to bombs

In some ways, the dynamics of war between the United States and Israel against Iran boil down to bombs and mountains. As long as American bombs cannot beat mountainous Iran, Tehran can hold out on terms of its choosing with time on its side. The US' awesome airpower and Iran's…

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