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Israel-Gaza war: Israel publishes plan for new West Bank settlement as regional tensions simmer – as it happened

Far-right minister says move partly in response to the recognition of a Palestinian state by other countries

The Guardian - AU · Aug 14, 2024

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.

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 Independent UK · Aug 13, 2024

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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

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2024

Biden says Gaza ceasefire could deter Iran from retaliating against Israel

US President Joe Biden said Tuesday that a ceasefire deal in Gaza could deter Iran from attacking Israel in retaliation for the killing of a Hamas leader that sent regional tensions soaring. His remarks came after Iran rejected Western calls to "stand down" its threat of reprisals. Read our liveblog…

France 24 · Aug 13, 2024

Asian Stocks Build On Gains Ahead Of US Inflation Data

Asian stocks mostly rose again Tuesday as worries about a US recession that sent markets into turmoil last week eased ahead of key inflation data, while oil prices held gains on concerns about a broader war in the Middle East.

International Business Times · Aug 13, 2024

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer calls Iranian president amid fears of wider Middle East war

The phone call was part of a day of intense negotiations amid fears of a wider war in the Middle East

Evening Standard · Aug 12, 2024

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Crude Prices Surge on Heightened Middle Eastern Geopolitical Risks

Sep WTI crude oil (CLU24 ) on Monday closed up +3.22 (+4.19%), and Sep RBOB gasoline (RBU24 ) closed up +5.26 (+2.20%). Crude oil and gasoline prices surged on Monday, with crude posting a 3-week high and gasoline posting a 1-week high. Rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East that...

Barchart · Aug 12, 2024

Crude Prices Underpinned by Middle Eastern Geopolitical Risks

Sep WTI crude oil (CLU24 ) today is up +1.47 (+1.91%), and Sep RBOB gasoline (RBU24 ) is up +2.39 (+1.00%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today climbed to 1-week highs and are moderately higher. Rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East that could cause a disruption to the region's...

Barchart · Aug 12, 2024

Israel preparing for large-scale attack from Iran as US orders warships to accelerate deployment

Washington also sends a nuclear-powered guided-missile submarine to the region

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2024

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.

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Reason · Aug 12, 2024

Israel prepares for likely retaliatory attack by Iran as tensions mount

US says it has prepared for significant attacks by Iran or proxies as Tehran stresses right to respond to assassinations

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12, 2024

US Deploys Military Assets To Middle East Amid Rising Tensions

U.S. Defense Secretary orders strategic military deployments to the Middle East to support peace efforts and address escalating tensions.

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

France 24 · Aug 12, 2024

US boosts military presence in Mideast amid fears of Iranian attack on Israel

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a guided-missile submarine and the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier to deploy to the Middle East amid reports that Iran is planning an attack against Israel in the coming days. Read our liveblog to see how all the day's events unfolded.

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 Independent UK · Aug 12, 2024

Pentagon chief orders submarine to the Middle East, tells aircraft carrier to hasten its transit

The Pentagon says U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a guided missile submarine to the Middle East and is telling the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group to sail more quickly to the area

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Hamas Leader Pushes For Ceasefire Deal Amid Political Tensions

Hamas leader seeks ceasefire with Israel amidst internal opposition and external pressure. Tensions rise in the Middle East.

The Guardian - US · Aug 11, 2024

‘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

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2024

Threat to stock markets comes from China and Middle East, not the US

US economy has staying power but China’s growth prospects have worsened and too little attention is paid to war in Gaza

US Personnel Treated For Injuries After Drone Attack In Syria

Recent drone attacks in Syria and Iraq injure US personnel amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Israel Braces For Potential Conflict With Hezbollah

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran threatens Israel through proxies like Hezbollah, raising fears of a potential regional conflict.

The Conversation · Aug 9, 2024

Wagner in Auckland: can performing a famously antisemitic composer hit the right note in 2024?

Whenever the music of Richard Wagner is performed, the composer’s famously antisemitic views come back into sharper focus. With a harrowing conflict in the Middle East and rising antisemitism elsewhere, the “Wagner question” is almost inevitable.

Iran Considers Pulling Back In Exchange For Gaza Peace Talks

Recent assassination of Hamas leader raises fears of wider conflict in the Middle East. Diplomatic efforts underway to prevent escalation and find a peacef...

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