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Russia Deploys Kalibr-Armed Warship to Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions

On July 13, 2025, Russia deployed three warships to the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is armed with Kalibr cruise missiles , according to a report from the Ukrainian Navy. The missile carrier is capable of launching up to four Kalibr missiles , adding a new layer of strategic presence in the region. At the same time, Ukrainian officials confirmed that no Russian naval vessels  were detected in the Black Sea or the Sea of Azov  ,marking a shift in maritime focus. Over the past 24 hours, six vessels transited the Kerch Strai t toward the Black Sea, with three continuing toward the Bosphorus Strait , while five ships entered the Sea of Azov. This deployment comes amid ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, where Russian forces reportedly suffered significant losses in recent combat engagements. Analysts suggest the move may be part of a broader effort by Moscow to project power beyond its immediate borders , especially as tensions remain high across multiple fronts. The presence of Ka...

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Market Momentum Stalls as Investors Weigh Inflation Data and Fed Outlook

The recent rally in U.S. stocks took a breather on Wednesday as investors digested a softer-than-expected inflation report and assessed the implications for Federal Reserve policy. The Dow Jones Industrial Average remained flat, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite led declines, falling 0.5%.  

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data showed inflation rising 0.1% month-over-month, below the expected 0.2% increase. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, remained steady at 2.8% year-over-year. This cooler-than-anticipated inflation reading fueled speculation that the Fed might move toward an interest rate cut later in the year.  

Investor sentiment was also shaped by ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations, which aim to revive a tariff truce. While the framework agreement was announced, details remain unclear, leaving markets uncertain about its long-term impact.  

Meanwhile, Treasury yields declined, with the benchmark 10-year yield falling to 4.41%, reflecting increased expectations of monetary easing.  

Despite the pause in the rally, analysts remain optimistic about the broader market trajectory, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hovering near record highs amid hopes for economic stability and potential trade resolutions.  


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