Middle East

Leaders of the G7, including President Donald Trump, pledged to increase military support for Ukraine and strengthen sanctions targeting Russia’s energy sector in a joint declaration signed Wednesday during the three-day summit in Evian-les-Bains. “We, the Leaders of the G7, stand...

As the week draws to a close, here’s a look at some of the top stories that made headlines in the world of finance and tech. Jim Cramer Says SpaceX’s Mega Debut Could Unleash A Wave Of AI Deals SpaceX‘s (NASDAQ:SPCX) historic listing could trigger a wave of AI deals in the...

It’s been an eventful week in the political arena. Here’s a quick recap of the major political stories that unfolded this week. Trump Announces Iran Deal, Says Strait Of Hormuz To Reopen President Donald Trump announced a deal with Iran that is set to be signed on Sunday....

CNBC’s Jim Cramer warned Friday that SpaceX‘s (NASDAQ:SPCX) historic market debut could accelerate a fresh wave of AI equity offerings, potentially setting a constructive tone for stocks in the week ahead. Elon Musk's aerospace company ended its first trading session at $160.95 per...

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Friday a “final, agreed upon text” of a U.S.-Iran peace deal has been reached, as Pakistan works with both sides to finalize next steps amid what Sharif called an “incessant misinformation campaign” by those seeking to sabotage...

Robin Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ:RBNE) shares are trending on Thursday. RBNE shares surged 29.91% to $1.39 in overnight trading on Wednesday. The late trading-session move follows a 0.94% intraday gain that closed the stock at $1.07, according to Benzinga Pro data. The move came after Iran's Islamic...

Battalion Oil Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN: BATL) shares are trending on Thursday. BATL shares climbed 16.44% to $2.40 in after-hours trading on Wednesday. The surge in the extended trading session follows a 57.25% intraday gain that closed the stock at $2.06, according to Benzinga Pro data. For the Texas-...

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index rose 4.2% year over year in May, reaching its highest level since April 2023. Core inflation also accelerated from the prior month. Meanwhile, oil prices surged and equities retreated as renewed U.S.-Iran tensions rattled global...

The U.S. government reportedly plans to redirect Iranian assets to Gulf allies to cover damages caused by Tehran’s strikes, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent directing a team to assess costs, including potential future destruction. Bessent Eyes Iranian Assets For Gulf Repairs As the...

Global airlines could face more bankruptcies and consolidation this year as soaring jet fuel prices driven by the Iran war push budget carriers to the brink, the head of the global airline body warned on Saturday. Budget Carriers Bear The Brunt International Air Transport Association Director...

U.S. Central Command disabled a fifth commercial vessel Friday, firing a Hellfire missile into the engine room of a Gambian-flagged ship defying the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Blockade Tightens The vessel, M/V Lian Star, ignored more than 20 warnings while transiting toward an...

It’s been a rollercoaster of a week in the world of politics. From nuclear deals to drone strikes, here’s a quick recap of the week’s top stories. Trump Nears Iran Nuclear Deal Iran has reportedly agreed to surrender its stockpile of enriched uranium as part of a potential nuclear...

Iran has tentatively agreed to relinquish its stockpile of highly enriched uranium as a key condition of an emerging nuclear agreement with the United States. The New York Times reported this Saturday, citing two U.S. officials. Tehran’s Commitment Earlier that day, President Donald Trump...

Sen. Tom Cotton (R., Ark.) is urging Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to sanction any country or entity enabling or facilitating Iran’s new Strait of Hormuz toll system, including Oman, a major U.S. ally involved in helping Iran establish it. Sanctions Push Targets Iran-Backed Strait...

Iran cautioned on Wednesday that it could extend the war beyond the Middle East if the U.S. launches another attack.  The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) posted on X about the IRGC’s new statement to the “enemies of Iran.” “If the aggression against Iran is...