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Iraqi forces raid Baghdad's Green Zone, target politicians
Iraqi security forces conducted raids in Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone on Sunday, targeting several politicians. No official confirmations of names or arrests have been made.
Iran Condemns US Airstrikes on Southern Coastal Areas
Iran's Foreign Ministry issued a strong condemnation of recent US airstrikes on its southern coastal areas, calling the attacks a breach of a memorandum of understanding.
Iran Accuses US of Breaking Ceasefire with Southern Coast Strikes
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned U.S. airstrikes on coastal monitoring facilities, calling them a violation of the June 18 interim agreement and the UN Charter. Tehran accuses Washington of breaching commitments and says the strikes show the U.S. cannot be trusted to uphold ceasefires.
US Strikes Iran Again After Hormuz Air Defenses Rebuilt
A senior U.S. defense official reported that Iran has rebuilt parts of its air defense and missile network along the Strait of Hormuz since the April 7 ceasefire, prompting fresh U.S. strikes on Qeshm Island and Sirik.
US Aims for McDonald’s Model in Missile Production to Boost Speed, Scale
The United States is adopting a standardized, mass-production approach to missile manufacturing, modeled after McDonald’s operating system, to accelerate output and cut costs amid global security pressures.
Iran Links Strait of Hormuz Tensions to Transit Fees, US Rejects Narrative
A top Iranian military adviser says the current escalation is about control and transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz, but the White House has dismissed that claim, highlighting deepening disagreement between the two sides.
Iranian Op-Ed: Lebanon-Israel Framework Risks Civil War
An Iranian commentary argues that the U.S.-brokered framework linking Israeli withdrawal to Hezbollah's disarmament undermines Lebanese sovereignty and risks triggering internal conflict or civil war.
HSBC Survey: 62% of Investors Still Trust Human Advisers Over AI for Final Decisions
An HSBC survey of roughly 10,000 affluent and high-net-worth investors across 10 markets finds that 62% continue to rely on financial advisers and institutions for final investment decisions, despite growing AI use in preliminary research.
Zhipu AI Model Matches Claude Mythos in Security Vulnerability Detection
Zhipu AI's new model reportedly matches Anthropic's Claude Mythos in detecting security bugs, highlighting increased competition in AI cybersecurity.
1 in 3 Employers Replacing Entry-Level Jobs With AI: Fortune Report
According to a Fortune report, one in three employers say they are replacing entry-level positions with AI, highlighting AI's growing impact on junior roles.
Key liquidity gauge turns negative, signaling downside risk for US stocks
The G10 Excess Liquidity Leading Indicator dropped below zero for the first time since the 2021 inflation shock, historically leading the S&P 500 by about six months. The shift is seen as a potential warning of increased downside risk for U.S. equities if liquidity continues to deteriorate.
Taiwan Retail Leverage Surges as Margin Loans Hit Record NT$600 Billion
Margin loans in Taiwan have surged to a record NT$600 billion ($19 billion), more than doubling over the past year, indicating rising speculative activity and potential market volatility.
U.S. Strikes Iranian Military Sites Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Navy and Air Force conducted strikes on Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM confirmed. The strikes follow Bahrain's claim that Iranian drones struck the Gulf state on Saturday.
US Lawmakers Shaken by Mythos AI Demo Showing Cyber Misuse Potential
A private demonstration of Anthropic's Mythos AI model reportedly left U.S. House members concerned after it allegedly showed capabilities for financial theft and serious crime planning.
US Retirement Savers May Soon Access SpaceX via Private-Market Funds
Millions of American retirement account holders could gain indirect exposure to SpaceX as retirement funds consider expanding access to private-market investments, allowing broader participation in the valuable private company.
Iran's Inflation Nears 90% as Economic Crisis Worsens
Iran's inflation rate is approaching 90%, driven by currency weakness, sanctions, supply disruptions, and regional tensions, deepening the country's economic crisis.
U.S. Says Iran Situation Still Fluid, Assessing Attacks
A U.S. official reports that the situation involving Iran remains fluid and is developing, as Washington assesses Tehran's latest missile and drone launches and monitors regional security.
Iran's IRGC Navy Claims Control Over Strait of Hormuz, Warns Vessels
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy stated that recent US strikes near Sirik will not determine control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, and that warning shots are meant to enforce Iran's transit rules.
Iran Launches Missiles and Drones Toward Bahrain and Kuwait
Iran has launched multiple missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, according to a U.S. official. Bahrain reports Iranian drones entering its airspace, while Iran says it targeted U.S.-linked military sites.
US Housing Market Tilts to Buyers: Record Concessions in May
A record 46% of US home sellers offered concessions to buyers in May, double the rate since 2022, as the number of sellers now exceeds buyers by nearly 47%.
Trump Announces New US Military Strikes on Iran, Threatens Existence
President Trump announced new US military strikes on Iran and warned that Iran "will no longer exist" if the US reaches a point where it cannot be reasonable.
South Korea Margin Loans Hit Record $26B, Forced Liquidation Spikes
Margin loans in South Korea have reached a record ~$26 billion, doubling since early 2025, but as a share of free float they are at pandemic lows. The daily forced liquidation ratio recently spiked to 4-5% of total outstanding margin loans, far above the normal ~1%, indicating heightened market stress.
US Military Conducts More Strikes in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has carried out additional strikes in the Strait of Hormuz area, marking the second round since a recent memorandum of understanding was signed, according to Axios.
China Gold Imports Reach 163 Tonnes in May, Central Bank Adds 10t
China imported 163 tonnes of gold in May, the highest monthly figure since March 2024, marking three consecutive months above 150 tonnes. The People's Bank of China added 10 tonnes to its reserves, extending its buying streak to 19 months.