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Iran Judiciary Chief: Confrontation with US Will Continue, Warns Against Trust
Iran's judiciary chief declared that Tehran's confrontation with the United States and its allies will not end, using the anniversary of a 12-day war to caution against relying on Washington.
Iranian Official Unveils Comprehensive Bill for Persian Gulf Security
Ebrahim Azizi announced a new bill focused on the security, development, and progress of the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, calling it a comprehensive law if passed.
Iran Parliament Committee Proposes Bill on Strait of Hormuz Management
The head of Iran's parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Committee announced a proposed bill to regulate transit rules and assert Iranian rights in the Strait of Hormuz.
Weekend Market Update: Modest Moves in Stocks and Commodities
Major stock indices showed minimal changes while gold edged up and oil fell slightly in the weekend market update.
Access to Half-Ton of Highly Enriched Uranium Now More Difficult: Report
A report states that access to approximately half a ton of highly enriched uranium has become significantly more difficult, dangerous, and time-consuming compared to a month ago, when former President Trump suggested a potential US military seizure.
Iran Escalates Efforts to Seal Bomb-Grade Uranium Stockpile
Iran has intensified efforts to secure its near bomb-grade uranium stockpile by collapsing tunnels and planting mines, fearing a US seizure operation, CNN reports.
Rezaei: Trump Agreed to Partial Unfreeze of Iran Assets but Won't Announce
Mohsen Rezaei, an Iranian political figure, claims President Donald Trump has agreed to a partial unfreezing of Iran’s blocked assets but is unwilling to announce the move publicly.
US strikes may have hit Iranian water facility, NYT analysis shows
A New York Times analysis of satellite imagery and video suggests U.S. strikes may have accurately hit an Iranian water facility, though it is unclear if the facility was intentionally targeted or if its function was known.
Lebanese President Warns of Fateful Crossroads Between Statehood and Militias
Lebanon's President stated the nation faces a decisive choice between establishing a sovereign state with a monopoly on arms and the rule of law, or remaining captive to militia logic and a culture of exclusion.
US mayoral race sees flood of betting-company sponsored misinformation
Analysts warn that online influencers paid by betting firms spread false narratives in a recent US mayoral election, raising concerns about future electoral integrity.
Trump Says 'Great Deal' to End War, Netanyahu Accepts
Trump stated a deal to end the war is in place, calling it 'great,' while a senior U.S. official said Netanyahu did not oppose the agreement.
Iranian Hardline Daily Warns Against Strait of Hormuz Diplomacy
A hardline Iranian newspaper, Kayhan, has cautioned against reopening the Strait of Hormuz through diplomatic talks with the United States, highlighting internal opposition as Tehran and Washington discuss a potential agreement.
Iran Says US MoU Could Be Signed Remotely as Hardliners Oppose Draft
Iran indicates a memorandum of understanding with the US might be finalized remotely within days, while hardliners criticize the draft. Washington ties any relief to nuclear dismantlement, and tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz after CENTCOM reports downing drones targeting shipping.
Biden Official Says Reporter’s Unique Access Came from Information Sharing
A Biden administration official revealed that a reporter obtained privileged access by exchanging information with sources.
Ichimoku Cloud Trading System Explained in New Video
A new video explains the Ichimoku Cloud trading strategy, covering market trends, momentum, support/resistance, and market structure.
US Consumer Spending Loses Momentum as Retail Sales Expected to Fall
The Chicago Fed projects a 0.3% month-over-month decline in retail and food services sales excluding autos for May, the largest drop since January 2025. After adjusting for inflation, sales are estimated to fall 1.3%.
Dow Jones gains 0.66%, S&P 500 rises 0.46%, Nasdaq up 0.30% at close
Unofficial closing data shows the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 337.75 points to close at 51,186.50, the S&P 500 gained 33.89 points to 7,428.19, and the Nasdaq rose 76.49 points to 25,886.15.
US Official: Iran Deal Ensures Reopening of Strait of Hormuz, Nuclear Containment
A senior US administration official stated that the Iran agreement guarantees long-term regional peace and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, achieving core US objectives regarding nuclear materials.
Deutsche Bank: UK Growth Resilient, Inflation Softening
Deutsche Bank's Sanjay Raja notes the UK economy is tracking close to the Bank of England's Scenario A, with stronger-than-expected early-2026 GDP but cooling labour market and easing price pressures.
Retail Investors Sell Stocks for Three Consecutive Days, First Streak Since 2020 Pandemic
Retail investors sold stocks for three consecutive days ending Wednesday, the first such streak since the 2020 pandemic. Monday saw the highest retail outflows since November 2023, with semiconductors and AI stocks hit hardest.
FOMC Meeting Next Week: Expected Neutrality as Warsh Takes Chair
The upcoming FOMC meeting is expected to maintain a neutral stance, with Kevin Warsh presiding as Chair for the first time. Analysts anticipate no major policy shifts given the precarious economic environment.
Pakistan PM Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Text Agreed
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a final agreed text of a peace deal between the US and Iran has been reached, with Pakistan working to finalize next steps.
Pakistan PM Sharif: Final Peace Deal Text Agreed, Working on Next Steps
Pakistan Prime Minister Sharif confirmed that a final text of the peace deal has been reached, dismissing misinformation campaigns. He stated that the country is working closely with both sides to finalize next steps, adding that peace has never been this close.
Silver firms on USD weakness, easing US-Iran haven demand
Silver (XAG/USD) trades around $67.50, up 0.21% on the day, supported by a weaker US dollar and reduced haven demand as US-Iran diplomatic progress improves market sentiment.