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Rising Tensions: Reports Hint at Possible U.S. Move Toward Iran

In this frame grab from footage circulating on social media from Iran, protesters once again take to the streets of Tehran despite an intensifying crackdown as the Islamic Republic remains cut off from the rest of the world in Tehran, Iran, January 10, 2026. Regional tensions have intensified as Israeli officials place the country on heightened alert amid growing speculation that the United States may be preparing to take action involving Iran. The shift comes at a moment when Iran is facing widespread domestic unrest, with demonstrations erupting across major cities and drawing international attention. Washington has issued increasingly sharp warnings to Iran’s leadership about the use of force against protesters, emphasizing that the U.S. is monitoring the situation closely. While American officials have not confirmed any operational plans, the possibility of U.S. involvement is being taken seriously by regional governments. The heightened alert follows a period of volatility mark...

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China’s Central Bank Cuts Reserve Requirement Ratio for Banks to Boost Slowing Economy

 

China’s central bank has announced a cut in the reserve requirement ratio for banks to help boost the slowing economy. The move is expected to provide 1 trillion yuan ($141 billion) in long-term liquidity to the market. The deposit reserve requirement will be cut by 0.5 percentage points as of February 5th, 2024. 

The decision comes as the world’s second-largest economy faces multiple challenges, including a faltering recovery from the shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic. The central bank’s moves appear to be part of a concerted effort to stabilize the markets and instill greater confidence in the outlook for the economy.


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