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Oil Prices, Energy Stocks Jump As Gaza Ceasefire Risks Collapse On Rising Hamas-Israel Tensions

Arab Nations Reject Trump's Controversial Gaza Plan: Here's Why

Oil Dips As Israeli Security Cabinet Approves Gaza Ceasefire: Experts Warn Red Sea Risks Persist

Arab Nations Reject Trump's Controversial Gaza Plan: Here's Why

Oil Dips As Israeli Security Cabinet Approves Gaza Ceasefire: Experts Warn Red Sea Risks Persist

Netanyahu Postpones Ceasefire Vote, Raising Questions About Gaza Truce Prospects

Oil Prices Break $80, Reach 6-Month Highs Despite Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Why Is Crude Rallying?

Netanyahu Postpones Ceasefire Vote, Raising Questions About Gaza Truce Prospects

Oil Prices Break $80, Reach 6-Month Highs Despite Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Why Is Crude Rallying?

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal Nears As Mediators Push For Breakthrough In Doha Talks

Trump's Envoy Presses Netanyahu for Gaza Deal: Can Ceasefire Push Succeed Before Inauguration?

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Apple Expands Retail Footprint In Saudi Arabia With Online Store Launch, Plans Multiple Flagship Locations

Apple announced ambitious expansion plans in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in its Middle East growth strategy. The tech giant will launch its first Arabic-language online store in the summer of 2025, followed by multiple flagship retail locations starting in 2026, according to a company announcement Sunday.

Israel, Hezbollah Trade Strikes In Latest Sign Of Crumbling Ceasefire

Israel fired rockets at the occupied Shebaa Farms on Monday night, landing in an open area.

Ceasefire Deal Between Israel, Hezbollah Takes Effect Wednesday: Biden

According to CNN, citing an Israeli official, the short-term proposal is to pause hostilities for 60 days but with the intention of a lasting truce.

Israel, Lebanon Reach Reported Cease-Fire Deal: Gold, Oil Tumble; S&P 500, Dow Jointly Hit Record Highs

Israel and Lebanon agree on framework for cease-fire deal to end over a year of conflict, Axios reports. Global markets react with gold and oil prices falling.

Israel's Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister Gallant Over Lack Of Trust in War Management, Oil Prices Rise As US Election Results Loom

Netanyahu's relationship with Gallant deteriorated in recent months, fueled by what the prime minister described as significant gaps in their approach to the war effort.

Bernie Sanders Explains Why He Will Vote For Kamala Harris Even Though He Disagrees With Her Stance On Israel

Bernie Sanders addressed voters' concerns over Kamala Harris's stance on the Gaza war, noting he disagrees with her but finds Trump's position worse.

Israel Strikes Iranian Military Targets In Major Retaliation: IDF

Israel on Friday initiated strikes against Iranian military targets. This move comes as a response to Tehran's attacks on Israel, marking a significant escalation in Middle East tensions.

Oil Prices Fall As US, Top Israeli Negotiators Plan Meeting In Doha For Gaza Cease-Fire, Hostage Talks

Oil prices drop 1% amid progress in Gaza ceasefire discussions, as US and Israel convene in Doha. Israel also addresses Hezbollah threat.

Blinken Pushes For Cease-Fire As Israel Strikes Historic Lebanese City, Gallant Escalates Threats Against Iran

U.S. urges halt to hostilities in Gaza and Lebanon as Israel continues military offensive. Blinken emphasizes need for diplomatic solutions and peace initiatives. Lebanon's economy on brink of collapse due to conflict. IDF exposes alleged terrorist links of Al Jazeera journalist.

Blinken Heads To Middle East In Diplomatic Push As Israel, Hezbollah Tensions Soar

US Secretary of State Blinken travels to Middle East to ease tensions between Israel, Gaza and Hezbollah, while Israel busts Iranian spy ring.

Sinwar Death Marks Turning Point In Gaza War, Netanyahu Says: 'It's The Beginning Of The End'

The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar marks a turning point in the Gaza conflict, according to Netanyahu. Israeli stocks up, oil prices down.

Hamas Chief, Oct. 7 Mastermind Yahya Sinwar Possibly Dead: IDF Conducts DNA Tests After Gaza Clash

After a clash with militants, Israeli infantry discovered the corpse of a man with a resemblance to Sinwar.

Amid Fear Of China's Access To Nvidia, AMD Chips Through Middle East, This CEO Assures UAE Reliable Partner For US: 'We Can Guarantee The Safety And Security Of This Technology'

His comments follow the Biden administration's contemplation of restricting chip sales to the Middle East.

Emmanuel Macron Has Sharp Words For Israel's PM: 'Mr. Netanyahu Must Not Forget That His Country Was Created By A UN Decision'

French President Emmanuel Macron warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to disregard UN resolutions, reminding him that Israel was created by a UN decision, amid rising tensions with Hezbollah.

Defense Stocks Slip From Record Highs: US Says Military Aid To Israel Hangs On Gaza Humanitarian Conditions

US warns Israel to act within 30 days on Gaza humanitarian crisis or face potential restrictions on military aid. Market reactions mixed.

Oil Prices Take Largest Plunge In Over A Year As Israel Vows To Spare Iranian Facilities: Energy Stocks Sink, Airlines, Cruise Lines Rally

Oil prices dropped over 5% as Netanyahu assured US to avoid targeting Iranian oil facilities in retaliation. Energy stocks plunged, airlines rallied.

John Bolton Says Israel Should Strike Iran By 'Going After Its Nuclear Weapons Program' — Tehran's Nukes Threaten America's Security

John Bolton, who served as national security advisor during the Trump administration, has urged Israel to strike Iran's nuclear program, even as global calls for restraint follow Iran's recent missile attack.

Oil Prices Drop 2% As OPEC Cuts Forecast, Iran's Output Rises: Analyst Says Netanyahu May Doubt US Commitment To 'Restricting Iranian Exports'

OPEC cuts global oil demand growth estimate for third consecutive month, citing actual consumption data and reduced expectations for certain regions.

Former NATO Chief Predicts 'Shutdown Of Oil' Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

Former NATO Chief Admiral James Stavridis says the growing conflict between Israel and Iran may lead to a disruption in the oil supply from the Middle East.

US Hits Iran Oil Exports With New Sanctions After Israel Attack, Crude Oil Holds Steady At $75

U.S. imposes new sanctions on Iran's energy sector to cripple its revenue. Iran attacked Israel, US takes action to curb nuclear and terror activities.

Oil Rises Over 3%, Hits $76 As Middle East Tensions Mount: Israel Strikes UN Peacekeeper Bases In Lebanon, Threats Against Gulf Oil Facilities Emerge

Crude oil prices spike 3% as Middle East tensions rise over potential supply disruptions due to Israel's military actions and Hurricane Milton.

Oil Dips To $73 As China Withholds Stimulus, Biden Attempts To Contain Netanyahu Over Israel's Attack On Iran

Oil prices fall over 1%, extending 4% drop from Tuesday on weaker demand from China. Israel has yet to retaliate against Iran, tensions remain high.

5 Things To Know In Investing This Week: The Rising Price Of Commodities Edition

Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) has an outage with customers showing balances of zero. The customers are horrified. Want to know why the Bitcoin community finds this hilarious? The answer is hubris. Japan communicates it is dedicated to keeping ultra-low interest rates. The yen predictably declines again.

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