Oil prices rose more than 1% after a fall, but are heading for their first weekly decline in almost two months. Investors are focused on US-Iran talks.
The first round of diplomatic talks between the US and Iran began in Muscat on February 6. Tehran signals that the meeting is only the beginning of a long process with no quick resolution to the crisis.
Bitcoin fell to a 16-month low, testing the key support level of $60,000. The overall cryptocurrency market has lost about $2 trillion since October.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that further US sanctions against Russia depend on negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. Washington will consider new sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet if peace talks do not yield results.
In eastern Colombia, armed individuals attacked the motorcade of Senator Jairo Castellanos, resulting in two deaths and four people missing. President Gustavo Petro ordered the arrest of those responsible, while the Minister of Defense suspects the involvement of the National Liberation Army.
Bitcoin fell by 11% to $64,944, its lowest level since October 2024. This drop wiped out almost half of Bitcoin's value since it reached its record high.
The expiration of the nuclear pact between Russia and the US will effectively remove the last restrictions on the two largest nuclear arsenals for the first time in over half a century.
Donald Trump claims he prevented nuclear wars between Pakistan and India, Iran and Israel, and Russia and Ukraine. He also announced the restoration of the US armed forces, including nuclear weapons, and the creation of the Space Force.
Donald Trump, in a Truth Social Post, expressed support for Viktor Orbán, calling him a strong leader who tirelessly fights for his country. Trump endorsed his re-election as Prime Minister of Hungary.
China maintains its nuclear forces at the minimum necessary level and will not participate in nuclear disarmament talks. Beijing expresses regret over the expiration of the New START treaty between Russia and the United States.
US President Donald Trump said he would probably go to heaven because he had done a lot of good. He called his previous statements a joke, accusing the media of misinterpretation.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that the US will continue to sell weapons to NATO allies for Ukraine until a peace agreement is concluded. This is necessary for self-defense and to prevent the country from being seized.
Bitcoin fell 3. 8% to $69,858, reaching its lowest level since November 2024. Over the week, Bitcoin lost almost 8%, and since the beginning of the year, almost 20%.
India and the US plan to sign a trade agreement in March, after which New Delhi will lower tariffs on American goods. India will buy $500 billion worth of American goods, including Boeing aircraft.
Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, announced the continuation of negotiations that began in Abu Dhabi. Additional progress is expected in the coming weeks.
Delegations from the US, Ukraine, and Russia have agreed on an exchange of 314 prisoners. This result was achieved through peace talks held in the UAE under the leadership of Donald Trump.
Donald Trump did not choose a successor between J. D. Vance and Marco Rubio for the 2028 presidential campaign. He called both fantastic and very capable, noting the difference in styles.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not interfere in the dispute between Netflix and Paramount Skydance over Warner Bros. Discovery, although he had previously promised to participate in reviewing the deal. The US Department of Justice is considering proposals from both companies.
The Russians stated that despite the state of emergency imposed against Cuba, Russia will continue to supply oil to the country as before.
The price of silver fell by 17% on February 5, negating a two-day recovery, while gold dropped by 3. 5%. The decline is attributed to a massive exit from positions due to deteriorating sentiment and uncertainty surrounding the Fed.
Oil prices are falling after Tehran confirmed talks with Washington on February 6, 2026. WTI adjusted to $64, Brent is trading around $69 per barrel.
The U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike for alleged discrimination against white employees. The company is suspected of having its ambitious racial diversity goals lead to systemic discrimination against white employees.
In Nigeria, militants killed at least 162 people in an attack on the settlements of Nuku and Woro. This occurred amid Nigeria's first official confirmation of the presence of US military units on its territory.
Melania Trump confirmed that she is in contact with Putin's representatives to expedite the return of Ukrainian children. Thanks to her efforts, 15 children have already been returned to Ukraine.
Crypto traders expect Bitcoin to fall below $65,000, with an 82% probability. Since October last year, Bitcoin has lost 40% of its value, and the crypto market capitalization has shrunk by $1.5 trillion.
The released US Department of Justice documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case indicate his numerous attempts to establish contact with Vladimir Putin. The Russian leader's name is mentioned over 1,000 times in the case materials.
WisdomTree's WTI Crude Oil Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) experienced its largest daily inflow of capital since the 2020 pandemic. Investors poured nearly $200 million into the asset, increasing the fund's total capital to $915 million.
Ryan Rout has been sentenced to life imprisonment for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump in September 2024. He received a life sentence without parole, plus 7 years for weapons possession.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need for China's participation in nuclear arms limitation talks. This is due to the significant growth of the country's nuclear arsenal.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the US is working to arrange a meeting with Iran this week. Iranian state television stated that the talks would take place in Oman.
