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Syria's Assad toppled, flees to Russia after rebels advance
The rapid collapse of Syria’s government has taken Russia, Iran and the US by surprise
December 09, 2024
Geopolitics
Israel and Iran are likely to escalate
An Israeli attack against Iran is a high-risk, high-reward strategy
November 07, 2024
Geopolitics
Israel eyes deal to end Lebanon combat after weakening Hezbollah
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met top aides late on Tuesday to discuss a US-shepherded cease-fire proposal, his spokesperson said.
October 30, 2024
Geopolitics
Israel strikes targets across Iran
The Israeli Defence Forces said it “completed precise and targeted strikes against military targets” in Iran.
October 26, 2024
Oil & Gas
US expands sanctions on Iran oil sector over Israel attack
The new sanctions allow the US “to more effectively target Iran’s energy trade,” National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said in a statement.
October 12, 2024
Geopolitics
Iran missile attack on Israel spurs swift promise to retaliate
The barrage started around 7.30pm Israel time, after the US only hours earlier warned that an attack was imminent.
October 02, 2024
Company in the news
Trendlines releases update on business activities amid security situation in north Israel
The group says they are “working as usual” despite the escalation of the security situation in Israel’s north last week.
September 30, 2024
Credit downgrade
Israel cut by Moody’s again as war takes economic toll
Moody’s cut Israel by two notches to Baa1 from A2, the ratings company said in a statement Friday, leaving the country three steps above non-investment grade.
September 28, 2024
Global Markets
Following Iran retaliation, investors seeking safety will boost gold and US Treasury bonds: UOB
Oil prices slipped lower on April 15 after Iran’s attack proved to be less damaging than anticipated.
April 16, 2024
Global Markets
Markets weigh up risk of retaliation-cycle after Iran hits Israel
A spike in nerves may still be tempered by Iran's statement that 'the matter can be deemed concluded'
April 14, 2024