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US, Israel war on Iran
Vance calls Iran deal a ‘win-win’ as Trump lashes out at ‘fools’ who oppose it
US Vice-President also claims Iran will not receive money or sanctions relief unless it meets the obligations outlined in agreement.
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No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with a fragile freeze
Thousands dead, hundreds of billions lost and an agreement many analysts expect to collapse. The Iran ceasefire, explained.
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China energy security
Strait of Hormuz still eerily quiet as doubts remain over ‘fragile’ peace deal
The only vessel moving in the waterway on Monday morning was a patrol ship, as analysts warned uncertainty lingered over the US-Iran agreement.
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US, Israel war on Iran
In latest about-face, Trump calls off ‘very hard’ attack on Iran
After warning of imminent military action, US president says an agreement may be days away in a repeat of claims made in recent weeks.
12 Jun 2026 - 9:13AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran’s ‘unity of theatres’ strategy exposes US-Israel rift
Analysts say Iran’s new tactic is both an attempt to reassert strategic deterrence and a political bargaining chip ahead of negotiations.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Israel and Iran hold fire after exchange, but warn of escalation if provoked
Middle East foes lift immediate safety restrictions while actively preparing for the next wave of retaliation.
9 Jun 2026 - 3:47PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
‘Immediately stop shooting’: Trump urges Iran and Israel amid tit-for-tat strikes
Fragile April ceasefire collapses as direct tit-for-tat strikes resume on day 100 of the US-Israel war against Iran.
8 Jun 2026 - 7:13PM
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Banking & finance
Macau taps into Project mBridge digital currency platform
Project mBridge is seen as part of Beijing’s push to establish alternatives to traditional, US-dollar-centric payment networks.
2 Jun 2026 - 6:08PM
Energy
Oil prices rally on Hormuz talks but will Asia’s energy woes ease?
Analysts say recovery ‘will take a far longer time’, with ship backlogs and damaged facilities weighing on Asia’s energy importers.
1 Jun 2026 - 7:46PM
US, Israel war on Iran
How ‘strategic ambiguity’ made Turkey a winner in the Iran war
However, experts caution that the country’s economic instability and enduring regional rivalries have capped its gains.
1 Jun 2026 - 6:08PM
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Middle East
Syria says Sharaa holds phone call with Trump
Ahmed al-Sharaa tells the US president that ending economic restrictions is essential to reviving Syria’s economy.
1 Jun 2026 - 3:38PM
India
India seals BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, eyes Indonesia next
A senior Indian defence ministry official made the announcement at the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore.
31 May 2026 - 10:51AM
Islamic State
Man jailed for 15 years over foiled Taylor Swift concert attack plot in Austria
Austrian court convicts 21-year-old over planned 2024 bombing that forced the cancellation of concerts.
29 May 2026 - 3:13PM
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The Philippines
Homesick Filipino migrants count cost of separation for a ‘better’ future
Economic necessity has forced Filipino migrants like Jeffrey Ongoco to spend years away from the people they left home to support.
28 May 2026 - 5:09PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US hits Iran with fresh strikes amid negotiations to end war
Marco Rubio insists a deal with Iran remains within reach after the US military claimed its attacks were in ‘self-defence’.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump now ties Iran deal to major expansion of Abraham Accords
US president suggests Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and other regional powers normalise ties with Israel to secure peace.
26 May 2026 - 8:42AM
Middle East
Muslims begin haj in sweltering heat and shadow of Middle East tensions
Over 1.5 million faithful gather as annual sacred rites in Mecca officially get under way.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Israel thrusts a reluctant UAE into the open over defence ties
Disclosures about Iron Dome batteries and secret meetings have exposed ties analysts say the UAE would rather handle ‘more discreetly’.
23 May 2026 - 1:00PM
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Hong Kong stock market
SpaceX share sale won’t drain Hong Kong IPO boom, JPMorgan says
Bank sees strong demand for Chinese AI, robotics and healthcare listings despite SpaceX’s projected record-breaking IPO in the US.
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IPO
SpaceX’s US$75 billion IPO sparks liquidity fears as Fed rate-increase odds rise
The blockbuster offering’s repercussions could be far-reaching, drawing capital away from Hong Kong and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
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IPO
Hong Kong set to be ousted by Nasdaq as world’s biggest IPO market
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump calls off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states
US president signals possible Iran breakthrough as ‘serious negotiations’ continue to end conflict.
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US, Israel war on Iran
How does the Strait of Hormuz stand-off look in the wake of Trump-Xi summit?
The US and Iran are both considering their next moves as the deadlock over the key shipping route continues.
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