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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Rise Above $101 Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Oil prices climbed past $101 per barrel as increased attacks in the Strait of Hormuz heightened concerns over global energy supplies. Asian stocks declined while US markets reached new highs.
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Politics · RussiaPutin to address Valdai Discussion Club on October 1
President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to deliver a keynote speech at the Valdai Discussion Club's plenary session on October 1, 2026. The annual meeting, held in the Moscow region, will include representatives from 40 countries and discussions on Ukraine and the United States.
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Politics · UkrainePutin warns of 'dangerous moment' and potential use of all weapons
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated the world is in a dangerous period and warned that Russia would consider using all its weapons if its exclave of Kaliningrad were attacked. He also spoke of a global turning point and the receding of Western influence.
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Politics · RussiaPutin: International Conflicts Likely to Continue
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that international conflicts are highly likely to continue due to fundamental changes in the world. He believes the situation will improve as Western hegemony declines and warned that catastrophic scenarios must be avoided.
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US officials: Chinese invasion of Taiwan unlikely before 2028
US officials now believe a Chinese invasion of Taiwan before 2028 is increasingly unlikely. Delays in military readiness due to anti-corruption purges and the outcome of Taiwan's 2028 elections are cited as key factors influencing this revised timeline.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Climb for Second Day on Middle East Supply Fears
Oil prices rose for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, as concerns over Middle East supply disruptions persisted. Brent crude futures for November delivery rose to $106.99 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude was at $94 a barrel. Crude exports from major Middle Eastern producers climbed to 12.8 million barrels a day in September.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran's Khamenei says enemy forces will be driven from Arabian Sea
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has stated that 'enemy forces' will soon be driven out of the Arabian Sea. He asserted that Iranian forces have already pushed adversaries from waters off southern Iran into the Arabian Sea and will expel them from there as well. Khamenei's remarks were made on the occasion of Iran's 'Sacred Defense Week'.
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Business & Economy · IndiaIndian stock markets plunge amid oil price surge and US-Iran tensions
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty50 indices falling sharply. The decline was attributed to a confluence of factors including persistently high crude oil prices, a spike in US bond yields, and escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.
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Politics · United StatesAlaska Governor says zero chance of US invasion of Canada
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy stated there is 'zero chance' the United States would invade Canada. He made these remarks at the Global Business Forum in Banff, Alberta, following comments by Prime Minister Mark Carney about his government studying the 'extreme tail risk' of such an event.
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Politics · European UnionEU suspends tariffs on Armenian exports to counter Russian pressure
The EU Council has formally adopted temporary trade measures to liberalise approximately 80% of Armenian exports for two years. This decision aims to support Armenia's economy following trade restrictions imposed by Russia.
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PoliticsTrump signs security deal with Denmark and Greenland
President Donald Trump signed a new security deal with Denmark and Greenland, ending a period of tension. The agreement aims to strengthen transatlantic relations, with Greenland itself potentially benefiting from increased autonomy and influence.
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Politics · United StatesTaiwan confident US arms sales will continue amid China pressure
Taiwan expressed confidence that US arms sales will continue, despite pressure from China. The island's military conducted live-fire drills, and its president plans to increase the defence budget.
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Politics · United StatesMark Carney to attend UN General Assembly
Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to attend the United Nations General Assembly next week. Geopolitical instability and war are noted as factors surrounding the event, with U.S. President Donald Trump's actions to dismantle the multilateral order also mentioned. Carney will not deliver a speech, but Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is slated to speak.
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Von der Leyen proposes European Security Council with non-EU states
Ursula von der Leyen plans to propose a European Security Council to coordinate responses to growing threats. The body would include EU member states alongside the UK, Canada, Norway, and Ukraine, and feature a consultation mechanism inspired by NATO's Article 4.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastJD Vance: US-Iran conflict to enter new phase in months
US Vice President JD Vance said the conflict with Iran is expected to enter a "much different phase" within months. He also suggested the war could conclude shortly after the upcoming midterm elections, aligning with President Trump's predictions.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionTwelve EU Countries Urge Stronger Arctic Presence
Twelve European countries met in Finland to call for a strengthened EU presence in the Arctic. They cited Russia as a significant threat and also mentioned Donald Trump's past actions. No official decisions were made, but a new EU strategy for the region is anticipated.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Crown Prince met US CENTCOM chief amid Houthi escalation
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with U.S. Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper in Jeddah on Monday. The meeting took place amid escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and its energy infrastructure.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Attacks and Diplomatic Setbacks
Oil prices surged on Monday, with Brent crude reaching $107.51 per barrel and WTI crude at $102.32. Attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia and incidents in the Strait of Hormuz contributed to the rise, alongside the postponement of a meeting between Iran and Persian Gulf powers.
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Saudi Arabia Shuts East-West Oil Pipeline After Drone Attacks
Saudi Arabia has shut its 1,200-kilometre East-West oil pipeline following drone attacks launched from Iraq. The closure removes a key route for oil exports, potentially impacting four percent of global supply and driving up crude prices.
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Politics · Middle EastBRICS Leaders Urge Restraint in Middle East, Condemn Unilateral Sanctions
Leaders of the BRICS nations have issued a joint declaration expressing deep concern over escalating Middle East tensions. They called for maximum restraint and condemned unilateral sanctions not authorized by the UN, stating they violate international law.
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