EU unveils new sanctions package targeting Russian military personnel and financial networks
The European Union is preparing a fresh round of sanctions against Russia that would further tighten restrictions on Moscow’s military, ...
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US and Iran exchange strikes after helicopter incident sparks new escalation
The United States launched multiple waves of military strikes against Iranian targets on Wednesday after a US Army Apache helicopter ...
Jakarta market rallies at the open as investors return to equities
Indonesia’s stock market opened strongly on Wednesday, with the Jakarta Composite Index posting one of the region’s most positive starts ...
Bangkok market opens mixed amid regional uncertainty
Thailand’s stock market opened Wednesday with investors taking a cautious approach as regional markets reacted to geopolitical developments and fluctuating ...
Saigon market opens cautiously higher as investors monitor global tensions
Vietnamese equities opened Wednesday’s trading session with modest gains as investors balanced strong domestic fundamentals against growing geopolitical uncertainty and ...
On this day in 1940: Benito Mussolini declared war against France and Great Britain
On 10 June 1940, Fascist Italy under the leadership of Benito Mussolini formally declared war on France and Great Britain, ...
European, Arab and African markets open cautiously as geopolitical tensions dominate
European, Arab and African equity markets opened Tuesday on a cautious footing as investors continued to monitor geopolitical developments in ...
UK regulator considers allowing limited crypto exposure in retail funds
The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has floated the possibility of allowing retail-focused investment funds to hold limited exposure ...
Trump administration expands sanctions on Cuban military-linked entities
The administration of US President Donald Trump has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Cuban military instrumentalities and other ...
Leftist Sánchez takes early lead in deeply polarised Peru election
Left-wing candidate Sánchez has emerged as the early frontrunner in Peru's closely watched presidential election, reflecting the country's deep political ...