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Wall St Futures Slip as Geopolitical Uncertainty and Mixed Earnings Weigh on Sentiment

Wall Street futures slipped early Thursday as investors grew cautious in the absence of clear signals on the U.S.–Iran war, while a wave of mixed earnings added to the uncertainty. Iran’s seizure of two ships in the Strait of Hormuz and its demand that the U.S. lift its naval blockade have heightened geopolitical tensions, even after President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely. The standoff continues to keep oil prices above $100 per barrel , raising concerns about a potential inflation flare‑up.  Economists warn that even if the conflict eases, the global economy may take time to normalize after one of the largest oil supply disruptions in decades.  As of early morning trading, Dow E‑minis were down 0.73%, S&P 500 E‑minis slipped 0.50%, and Nasdaq 100 E‑minis fell 0.48% , reflecting a broader pullback in risk appetite.  Earnings added another layer of volatility. Tesla shares fell after the company boosted its annual spending plan to more than $25...

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Israel Faces Criticism Over Humanitarian Aid Shortfalls in Gaza

 

International aid organizations have reported that Israel has not met the U.S. demands to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Despite a 30-day deadline set by the Biden administration, which included requirements such as allowing a minimum of 350 truckloads of goods into Gaza daily and opening an additional crossing, Israel has fallen short.

The U.S. had warned that failure to comply could lead to a reduction in military support. However, Israeli officials have downplayed the urgency of the deadline, expressing confidence that the issues will be resolved. Aid groups, including the Norwegian Refugee Council and Save the Children, have highlighted that the humanitarian conditions in Gaza are now worse than at any point in the 13-month conflict.

The situation remains critical, with international pressure mounting on Israel to take more substantial actions to alleviate the suffering of civilians in Gaza.


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