Oil Prices Jump After Strait of Hormuz Attacks

The Image shows an oil pumpjack in a desert at sunset next to a map of the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting key global oil shipping routes affected by rising geopolitical tensions.

Oil Prices Jump After Strait of Hormuz Attacks Global oil prices have surged sharply on Monday after multiple vessels came under attack near the Strait of Hormuz. It intensified fears of supply disruptions as Iran escalates military strikes across the Middle East. The vital waterway, which carries nearly 20% of the world’s oil and gas … Read more

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Killed in U.S. and Israeli Airstrikes

Concept illustration depicting Ayatollah Ali Khamenei superimposed on a visibly cracked Iranian flag, alongside a regional map marking reported strike sites.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Killed in U.S. and Israeli Airstrikes Iran’s top leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is reported killed after a series of air strikes carried out by forces of the United States and Israel, Iranian state media and several international news organisations have confirmed the news of his death. A senior Israeli official disclosed that … Read more

Mark Carney India Visit Signals Canada Trade Reset

The Image shows Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a side-by-side portrait highlighting diplomatic engagement aimed at strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation between Canada and India.

Mark Carney India Visit Signals Canada Trade Reset Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in India on Saturday for a high-stakes visit. It aimed at rebuilding diplomatic ties with the world’s largest democracy, as Ottawa and New Delhi seek to reduce trade dependence on the United States. The Canadian leader began his trip in Mumbai, where … Read more

Trump Signs 10% Global Tariff After Major Court Blow

Donald Trump speaks from the podium during a press briefing at the White House about the new global tariff policy.

Trump Signs 10% Global Tariff After Major Court Blow President Donald Trump announced on Friday evening that he had signed an executive order introducing a new 10% “global tariff”. The move came only hours after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down his sweeping reciprocal import duties in a major setback to his … Read more

US-Indonesia Tariff Deal Cuts Duties to 19%

The image shows Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump in a side-by-side portrait representing the US–Indonesia tariff deal that reduces import duties to 19%.

US-Indonesia Tariff Deal Cuts Duties to 19% The administration of Donald Trump and the Indonesian government have finalized a new trade agreement. It will reduce US tariffs on Indonesian goods to 19% from 32%. Officials from both sides confirmed the move on Thursday. They stated that the deal aimed to ease trade tensions while strengthening … Read more

Japan Commits $36bn to US Oil and Mineral Projects

The image shows US President Donald Trump with Japan PM Sanae Takaichi during a formal US-Japan bilateral discussion.

Japan Commits $36bn to US Oil, Gas and Mineral Projects Japan has outlined plans to invest roughly $36 billion in United States oil, gas, and critical mineral projects. This project will be part of the first phase of a broader bilateral trade agreement with the Donald Trump administration. The initiative was announced jointly by Trump … Read more

US-Iran Talks in Oman Sets as War Fears Intensify

The Image shows Abbas Araghchi and Steve Witkoff facing away, reflecting diplomatic tension as nuclear talks between Iran and the United States resume amid military pressure.

US-Iran Talks in Oman Sets as War Fears Intensify As diplomatic channels reopen in the Gulf, Iran and the United States are preparing for sensitive negotiations in Oman that could shape the future of regional security. Although both governments said that they want to revive dialogue, sharp disagreements over the scope of the talks that … Read more

Trump Endorses Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Before Election

The image shows U.S. President Donald Trump shaking hands with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during a formal diplomatic meeting, with American and Japanese flags displayed behind them, symbolizing Trump’s endorsement of Takaichi ahead of Japan’s national election and the strengthening U.S.–Japan alliance.

Trump Endorses Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Before Election As Japan heads into a pivotal national election, the campaign has taken on a distinctly international dimension. With markets unsettled, voters divided, and regional tensions simmering, the outcome is being closely watched not only in Tokyo but also in US, China, and global financial centers. U.S. President … Read more

US Partial Government Shutdown Continues Amid Immigration Row

The image shows a bold red STOP sign in sharp focus in the foreground, symbolizing political deadlock, with the White House blurred in the background under a clear blue sky, visually representing the prolonged US government shutdown and the escalating immigration dispute in Washington.

US Partial Government Shutdown Continues Amid Immigration Row The partial shutdown of the US government entered its third day on Monday. Meanwhile, Congress remains deadlocked over immigration policy and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. It left several federal agencies without a full-year budget that heightened the political tensions in Washington. The impasse persists … Read more