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Markets Steady as U.S. Signals Protection for Hormuz Shipping

  Global markets showed signs of relief after President Donald Trump indicated that the United States is prepared to safeguard oil and gas shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy flows. His assurances came amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, where recent conflict had sharply disrupted tanker traffic and driven up energy prices. Oil shipments through the strait had nearly halted due to fears of attacks and soaring war‑risk insurance costs, prompting concerns about supply shortages. Trump stated that the U.S. may deploy Navy escorts and provide political risk insurance and financial guarantees to ensure safe passage for commercial vessels. These measures helped calm market volatility and stabilize crude prices, which had surged following regional escalations.  The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly one‑fifth of the world’s oil and LNG shipments, making any disruption immediately felt across global markets. By signaling a ...
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Airstrikes Continue in Gaza Despite Ceasefire Announcement, Over 70 Lives Lost


In a tragic turn of events, the Gaza Health Ministry has reported that more than 70 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement. The airstrikes, which occurred overnight, have shattered the brief moment of hope that had emerged with the ceasefire deal.

Residents of Gaza, who had been celebrating the anticipated truce, were met with columns of smoke and rubble as the airstrikes continued. Among the casualties were 20 children and 25 women, with around 200 others wounded. The scenes of devastation were repeated across the densely populated territory, where many have been displaced multiple times since the conflict began in October 2023.

The ceasefire agreement, brokered by Qatar and the United States, was set to take effect on Sunday, but the recent violence has cast doubt on its implementation. The Israeli military has not yet commented on the ongoing strikes.

As the international community watches closely, the hope for a lasting peace in Gaza remains fragile, with many fearing further bloodshed in the coming days.




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