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Markets Stutter After Rally, Oil Dips But Middle East Worries Linger

A string of supportive data in recent weeks and comments from top Federal Reserve officials have helped push equities higher in August after starting the month in turmoil on fears of a US recession.

Latin Times

Markets Retreat After Rally, Oil Dips But Middle East Worries Linger

Asian markets slipped Tuesday following a tepid day on Wall Street as traders took a breather from a recent rally fuelled by bets on a US interest rate cut, while oil eased from a surge caused by Middle East tensions.

International Business Times

Geopolitical Risks Underpin the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Monday recovered from a 13-month low and finished up by +0.13%. Rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East supported safe-haven demand for the dollar after Israel on Sunday launched airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. Gains in the dollar were limited after Monday’s news...

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Dollar Boosted by Safe-Haven Demand from Escalating Middle East Tensions

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today recovered from a 13-month low and is slightly higher by +0.11%. Rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East are supporting safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Israel on Sunday launched airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. Gains in the dollar are limited...

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Patients forced to flee al-Aqsa hospital in Gaza after Israeli evacuation order for nearby areas – as it happened

Military has not ordered evacuation of hospital itself but patients and medics fear it could become a target or engulfed in fighting

The Guardian - AU

Jordan Warns Of Potential Wider Mideast War After Israel-Lebanon Clashes

Jordan warns of potential escalation in Israel-Lebanon conflict and calls for adherence to UN Resolution 1701 to prevent broader conflict in the Middle East.

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Watch: Israeli government spokesman David Mencer gives update as Middle East conflict escalates

Watch again as Israeli government spokesman David Mencer gave an update on Sunday (25 August) as the Middle East conflict escalates.

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Hezbollah Disputes Israel's 'Preemptive' Strike Claims

Hezbollah disputes Israel's preemptive strike claim, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Geopolitical complexities highlighted.

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Gaza update: US politics and the fate of Palestinians increasingly bound up together

It would be a brave – or foolhardy – analyst who presumes to predict the outcomes of the talks which continue in Doha. But the fate of Gaza and its 2 million inhabitants as well as the 109 remaining Israeli hostages being held in Gaza, will depend on a political…

The Conversation

Blinken leaves Middle East with Gaza ceasefire deal still elusive

Antony Blinken warned ‘time is of the essence’ to secure a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

The Independent UK

Ceasefire elusive as Blinken leaves Middle East, with future Israeli presence in Gaza key sticking point

The US secretary of state’s ninth visit to the region since the start of the conflict has ended without truce agreement

The Guardian - AU

Jewish Democrat Criticizes Party's Stance On Middle East Conflict

Jewish activist Shabbos Kestenbaum criticizes Democratic Party's handling of Israel and antisemitism issues, highlighting internal divisions and challenges.

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Democrats ‘enthused’ as Harris prepares to accept nomination at Chicago convention

US Vice President Kamala Harris has enjoyed a steady rise in her favorability ratings, with her party members energized over her candidacy as the Democratic National Convention opens in Chicago Monday. But thousands of activists calling for a Gaza ceasefire are expected to converge at the convention, exposing increasing opposition,…

France 24

David Lammy warns of rising risk of full-scale regional war in Middle East

The UK foreign secretary and his French counterpart write in the Observer about their fears over Israel’s escalating tensions with Iran

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It’s never too late for peace in the Middle East – we must break the cycle of violence

A ceasefire could enable progress towards a two-state solution – the only long-term route to safety and security, says David Lammy and Stéphane Séjourné

Al Jazeera

Biden says Gaza ceasefire in sight, warns against efforts to undermine deal

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to the Middle East to continue diplomatic push for ceasefire deal.

Barchart

Crude Settles Higher on Economic Optimism and Middle East Tensions

Sep WTI crude oil (CLU24 ) Thursday closed up +1.18 (+1.53%), and Sep RBOB gasoline (RBU24 ) closed up +3.69 (+1.59%). Crude oil and gasoline prices closed moderately higher on Thursday. Stronger-than-expected US jobless claims and retail sales reports Thursday signaled economic strength and were positive for energy demand and...

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: Peter Dutton inflames debate around visas for Palestinians fleeing Gaza

Peter Dutton is 100% signed up to the position of Israel in the Middle East conflict. Immigration minister Tony Burke has an electorate with the second largest Muslim community of any seat in the country.

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U.S. Secretary Of State Postpones Middle East Trip Over Security Concerns

U.S. Secretary of State delays Middle East trip amid heightened security concerns and ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Cease-fire talks planned as tensions rise.

The Independent UK

US approves $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel amid threat of wider Middle East war

The U.S. has approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, including scores of fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles

The Guardian - UK

Why should US troops pay the price for Biden’s failure to rein in Netanyahu?

Small, poorly defended bases in the Middle East are targets because the president refuses to disown Israel’s reckless PM, says former US army officer Harrison Mann

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Western Powers Issue Joint Statement Warning Iran And Allies

Western powers caution Iran and allies to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East amidst rising conflicts and international efforts for peace.

The Guardian - UK

US orders strike group to accelerate deployment to Middle East amid fears of Iran attack on Israel

Secretary of defence also announces deployment of guided missile submarine, as Hamas appears to push back against resuming ceasefire negotiations

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US Deploys Submarine And Carrier Group To Middle East

US Defense Secretary deploys USS Georgia submarine and USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group to Middle East in response to imminent Iranian threat again...

The Guardian - US

‘It legitimizes us’: the minority businesses still fighting for recognition

Middle Eastern and north African business owners couldn’t get certified in the US – but a new wave of entrepreneurs is changing that

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