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June 9, 2026
The U.S. Military reported that the drone rescued the two crew members from a U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter which had crashed in waters near Oman. President Donald Trump confirmed the pilots' safety. Central Command of the U.S. Military…
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June 9, 2026
A diplomatic source in the EU said that the 'EU' is planning to propose on Wednesday a 21st set of'sanctions' against Russia for 'its' 'war in Ukraine'. The sanctions will target the country's banks and crypto networks, increasing the risk of…
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June 9, 2026
The ship tracking firm revealed 'this week' that an oil cargo sent to the Philippines, which Kpler claimed last month was from Iran, is actually from Russia. Kpler's data, which previously showed that the Suezmax Tanker Ocean Start had delivered…
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June 9, 2026
The central bank of Indonesia raised the interest rate by 25 basis points in an unexpected rate?hike on Tuesday, bringing the benchmark rate up to 5.50%. It is doing this to stabilize?the rupiah. After the?decision the rupiah, which is one of the worst performing currencies in the world…
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June 9, 2026
The central bank of Indonesia?raised the interest rate by 25 basis points on Tuesday, in an unexpected rate hike. This took?the benchmark?to 5.50% as it moves to stabilise rupiah. Bank Indonesia (BI), in a press release posted on its website…
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June 9, 2026
The South Korean cabinet approved a presidential decree on Tuesday as part of the process of allowing $350 billion in strategic?investments to be made in the United States under the terms of the trade agreement signed between the two countries last year.
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June 8, 2026
The European Union announced on Monday that it had imposed sanctions?on two Iranians and a unit of 'Islamic Revolutionary.Guard.Corps, for threatening?freedom of maritime traffic?in the Strait of Hormuz. Around a fifth of world oil passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
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June 8, 2026
Two industry sources said that a fire started at the'main diesel hydrotreating units of Tyumen refinery' on June 6, due to a technical issue. This may force teh plant to cut back its operations. The unit's capacity is 2.6 million metric tonnes…
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June 8, 2026
Sea-Watch, a charity group, said that at least '11 people died when a migrant boat capsized off the coast of Malta. A fishing vessel in this area rescued a further '50 people. The Italian coastguard reported that the vessel left Libya with around…
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June 8, 2026
The Indian shipping ministry said that 24 Indian sailors were on board the oil tanker Marivex when a fire was reported. Opesh k. Sharma, director of the federal ministry for?ports and shipping,? told a press conference that the vessel flying the flag of Madagascar was not carrying cargo.
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June 8, 2026
The largest oil supply shock since decades is now in its fourth month. There's no end in sight, as neither the U.S. or Iran appear willing to compromise. Yet the market remains surprising calm. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable…
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June 8, 2026
Seattle's pro soccer clubs, the Sounders, and the Reign, hope to create an unforgettable waterfront venue for fans to watch and play games. A pierside barge equipped with a mini soccer pitch, as well as a large video screen, and other amenities.
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June 8, 2026
The market is surprisingly calm despite the biggest oil supply shock since decades. There's no end in sight, as neither Iran nor the U.S. are willing to compromise. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable truth: The biggest drivers in today's energy markets are unknowns.
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June 8, 2026
The largest oil supply shock since decades is now in its fourth month. There's no end in sight, as neither the U.S. or Iran seem willing to compromise. Yet the market has settled into a eerie calm. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable…
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June 7, 2026
Wellington Koo, Minister of Defence for Taiwan, said that Chinese Coast Guard patrols to the east are "provocative" and that the military would closely coordinate with the island's Coast Guard. China, which considers democratically governed…
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June 7, 2026
Wellington Koo, Minister of Defence for Taiwan, said that the Chinese Coast Guard patrols in the east of Taiwan were a "provocative action"?and that the military would closely coordinate with the island’s?Coast Guard to respond. China, which…
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June 7, 2026
Iran's chief negotiator said that the U.S. -naval blockade -of Iran, and Israel's green?"light" on?Sunday to escalate attacks on Lebanon?make U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israeli assets legitimate _targets_. Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf is the speaker of Iran's parliament.
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June 6, 2026
Taiwan announced on 'Saturday' that a Chinese Coast Guard ship and a survey ship carried out the first coordinated op to "provoke Taiwan in the?waters?around strategically located islands?in the South Chinese Sea. Taiwan's?Pratas Islands - a…
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June 6, 2026
Police said on Saturday that a man died after being attacked by sharks while fishing off the coast 'Western Australia State. This is the third shark attack fatality in Australia within three weeks. Police said that the 35-year old man was attacked…
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June 6, 2026
Taiwan announced on Saturday that the Chinese coast guard ship and a survey vessel had conducted the first coordinated operation in order to "provoke Taiwan" in waters surrounding strategically located islands in 'the South China Sea. The 'Pratas Islands'…
