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Crude oil prices jump 2% above $100 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate. Brent crude at $107, WTI at $97.6. Experts see bullish bias.
South Korea plans 10 startup hubs outside Seoul by 2027 to boost regional growth, youth jobs, and global competitiveness. Four cities named in 2025.
US President Donald Trump signals possible military action against Iran if negotiations fail, says he is in "no rush" for a deal after recent strikes.
Trump announces 3-week ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon, signaling possible direct talks in Washington. Both sides cite Hezbollah as common threat.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei says national unity has fractured the enemy, urges stronger cohesion amid US-Israel pressure.
US President Trump announces a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, with plans to host Netanyahu and President Aoun.
Iran's central bank confirms toll revenue from Strait of Hormuz deposited in cash, not cryptocurrency. Deputy speaker warns US over waterway.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says no divisions in leadership, calls all Iranians revolutionaries united under Supreme Leader, rejecting Trump's infighting claim.
India remains in touch with family of ex-Naval Commander Purnendu Tiwari detained in Qatar, clarifying separate legal cases and extending diplomatic support.
Trump claims hardliners vs moderates infighting in Iran, alleges US controls Strait of Hormuz. Iran denies division, says unity is 'unprecedented.'
Piyush Goyal meets Qatar’s Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed to enhance bilateral trade and investment ties amid global tensions.
Strait of Hormuz traffic halts after Iran seizes ships, including one bound for India. Oil prices rise above $103. India diversifies imports, cuts fuel excise.
South African High Commissioner Anil Sooklal urges peace in West Asia, warns of devastating effects on energy security and global growth.
Israel Defense Forces says troops eliminated two individuals in northern and southern Gaza Strip, both posing an "immediate threat."
Iranian Embassy in Thailand mocks Trump administration after Navy Secretary John Phelan's resignation, citing "regime change" amid Pentagon upheaval.
Kingsley Coman scores a hat-trick as Al-Nassr routs Al-Ahli 5-1 to reach the AFC Champions League Two final. Cristiano Ronaldo features in the emphatic win.
South Korean special envoy Chung Byung-ha meets Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran to discuss safety of stranded ships and crew in the blocked Strait of Hormuz.
US State Department advises citizens to leave Iran via air or land routes as airspace partially reopens, while Trump admin extends ceasefire and tightens blockade.
Turkish President Erdogan tells Germany's Steinmeier regional war is weakening Europe. US-Iran talks may resume as Trump extends ceasefire amid Tehran's hesitations.
Iran's IRGC seizes two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, drawing condemnation from Panama and complicating US diplomatic efforts.
