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Brent crude futures rose 1. 13% to $90.04 per barrel. IRGC stopped two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, supporting prices.
Saudi Arabia is preparing a large-scale military operation against the Yemeni Houthis, including a naval and ground offensive. Riyadh is creating an international naval coalition of 14 states to protect shipping.
Global oil prices rose about 21% in July due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. US WTI crude is trading near $84 per barrel, while Brent is around $89.
According to Reuters, Yemeni Houthis may have attacked Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory jointly with Iraqi groups. The coordination was carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Gold prices rose by 0. 8% after the Fed left rates unchanged. Tensions in the Middle East exacerbate inflation risks.
The United States has begun airstrikes against Iran following a missile attack on an American base in Jordan. These are the first strikes after a pause announced by President Trump.
Iran launched missile strikes on US facilities after the US and Saudi Arabia attacked Iraqi militias, killing 20 fighters. In Egypt, two gas vessels caught fire following drone attacks.
US President Donald Trump said that the US is preparing a response to Iran's attempt to attack American troops. He emphasized that now "it's our turn" to deliver a powerful strike, despite Iran's apology.
The fire in the port of Damietta was caused by a drone strike on the American gas tanker Energos Winter. Reuters confirmed the incident, but no one claimed responsibility for the attack.
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq accused the US of attacking the PMF and pilgrims, resulting in casualties. The group set a deadline until August 7 for a response, threatening direct action.
US President Donald Trump vowed revenge for Iran's missile strike. He called the Shiite militias a "cancerous tumor" and did not rule out further actions.
Brent oil prices surged 6. 8% to $89.79 due to the resumption of US and Saudi strikes on Iran. US oil inventories fell by 3.3 million barrels, and OPEC+ may suspend production increases.
The US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint precision strikes against Iranian proxy force facilities in eastern Iraq. The strikes followed more than 30 drone attacks by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps over the past 72 hours.
FIFA announced the creation of a semi-private subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to raise $4. 2 billion. The plan drew criticism from UEFA and former FIFA President Sepp Blatter.
Iran is theoretically capable of attacking Ukraine with Khorramshahr missiles, but their accuracy and reliability are questionable. The expert believes that the strikes will be demonstrative in nature.
The Government of Montenegro has decided to introduce a visa regime for citizens of Russia, Belarus, China, Saudi Arabia and Turkey from November 1. This was done to harmonize the country's visa policy with EU rules.
Brent oil prices fell to $89. 23 per barrel after the suspension of US and Iranian attacks. Analysts doubt that the pause will restore supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Yemeni Houthis struck Saudi Aramco oil facilities in Jizan and Yanbu. The US did not carry out airstrikes on Iran for the first time in two weeks, Trump ordered the military to stop strikes.
37-year-old world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has stated that 2026 will be the final year of his professional career. The boxer plans to fight Mariusz Wach, followed by a possible bout with Anthony Joshua.
Iran-backed Houthis claimed a missile strike on the Saudi city of Jizan. This came after Riyadh struck Houthi military targets in Hodeidah.
Saudi Arabia struck Houthi targets in Hodeidah. The coalition called this a proportional response to the attack on a Saudi vessel.
Pakistan is exploring the possibility of resuming talks between the US and Iran following China's diplomatic initiatives. The prospects for direct negotiations remain uncertain due to political obstacles.
US President Donald Trump stated that any damages to ships will be paid from Iranian funds controlled by the US. This came after a Houthi attack on Saudi vessels in the Red Sea.
The White House stated that the agreement on the peaceful use of nuclear weapons with Saudi Arabia will not be implemented without the normalization of the kingdom's relations with Israel.
US President Donald Trump said he is close to a decision on a massive attack on Iran, larger than previous ones. He emphasized that Israel may join, but a decision has not yet been made.
Brent oil price jumped to $100. 14 per barrel after Yemeni Houthi attacks on Saudi vessels in the Red Sea. This threatens to block a key oil export channel from Saudi Arabia.
US President Donald Trump stated that the nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia depends on its joining the Abraham Accords. The agreement on the civilian nuclear program was signed the day before.
The US has deployed special forces units and over 150 medics to the Middle East. Fighters are deployed, bombers are on heightened alert due to a possible escalation with Iran.
Yemeni Houthis claim attack on Saudi tankers Encelia and Layla. US strikes new blows against Iranian targets.
The Trump administration has approved a 30-year agreement that gives American companies a key role in Saudi Arabia's nuclear program. The document provides for the potential construction of a uranium enrichment plant in the kingdom.