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Wall Street Ends October on a High as Amazon, Tech Giants Drive Market Rally

US stocks closed October with strong gains, capping off a winning month fueled by robust corporate earnings and optimism over easing interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1% , the S&P 500 gained 0.3% , and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.6% , marking another month of steady growth across Wall Street’s major indexes. The standout performer was Amazon , whose shares surged nearly 10% to an all-time high after reporting third-quarter results that exceeded expectations. The company’s cloud division, Amazon Web Services, showed renewed momentum, easing investor concerns about slowing growth in the tech sector. This rally helped lift the broader technology space, with the Nasdaq notching its seventh consecutive monthly gain. Other members of the so-called “Magnificent Seven” also contributed to the upbeat sentiment, as investors embraced signs that Big Tech’s heavy investments in artificial intelligence and infrastructure are beginning to pay off. The S&P 500 an...

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Trump’s Controversial Stance on Crimea: A Path to Peace or a Political Gamble?


In a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that "Crimea will stay with Russia," sparking intense debate over his approach to ending the war in Ukraine. Trump emphasized that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and others "understand" this position, citing historical ties and the region's predominantly Russian-speaking population. Crimea, annexed by Russia in 2014, remains a contentious issue in peace negotiations.

Trump has accused Zelenskyy of prolonging the conflict by resisting concessions, including the recognition of Crimea as Russian territory. Meanwhile, Russia continues its aggressive military actions, with recent drone strikes causing civilian casualties in Ukraine. Trump’s administration faces mounting pressure to broker a peace deal, with warnings that U.S. military aid to Ukraine could be at risk if negotiations stall.

Critics argue that Trump's stance undermines Ukraine's sovereignty and sets a dangerous precedent. Supporters, however, view it as a pragmatic step toward ending a devastating war. As the situation unfolds, the world watches to see whether this controversial strategy will lead to peace or further conflict.

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