Iran
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worldIran Strait Standoff: Deal 'Far Off' as Crucial Waterway Remains Closed
Iran signals peace deal is distant as the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains shut amid ongoing negotiations with the United States over port blockades.
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worldTrump, Iran Cite Talk Progress Amid Strait of Hormuz Uncertainty
US-Iran talks report progress on nuclear issues and Strait of Hormuz, but tensions remain high as a ceasefire nears expiration and key shipping lane faces renewed uncertainty.
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worldIran Re-Closes Strait of Hormuz After Attacking Ships
Iran's IRGC announces closure of the Strait of Hormuz, targeting vessels after alleged US blockade and ship attacks near the vital shipping lane.
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worldIran Launches Major Strikes on Israel, Markets Predict Continued Aggression
Iran claims to have struck over 40 targets in Israel, with prediction markets showing a 100% probability of further Iranian military action by April 30.
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cryptoIran Embraces Bitcoin as Strategic Oil Payment Amidst Stablecoin Dominance
Iran is adopting Bitcoin for oil tolls due to its censorship resistance, but stablecoins like USDt still lead its crypto transactions.
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cryptoBlackRock Clients Invest $284M in Bitcoin Amid Geopolitical Turmoil
Amid escalating Iran-US-Israel tensions, BlackRock clients have poured $284 million into Bitcoin via iShares Bitcoin Trust, signaling a strategic hedge against market volatility.
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financeGold Surges as US Import Prices Climb Amid Iran Tensions
US import prices are rising, driven by energy costs linked to Iran conflicts, increasing demand for gold as a safe-haven asset and inflation hedge.
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worldTrump Thanks Iran as Strait of Hormuz Reopens Amid Ceasefire
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open for maritime traffic following a ceasefire, prompting a "Thank You" from President Trump, though US blockades remain.