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Stocks End Mostly Lower on Geopolitical Risks in the Middle East

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down -0.50%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -1.24%. Stocks on Friday mainly settled lower, although the...

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Crude Surges on Fears the Israeli-Hamas War Could Escalate

November WTI crude oil (CLX23 ) this morning is up +3.51 (+4.23%), and Nov RBOB gasoline (RBX23 ) is up +8.67 (+4.00%). Nov WTI crude oil and gasoline prices this morning are sharply higher on concern the Israel-Hamas conflict may spread, potentially disrupting Middle East crude supplies. The conflict could...

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Israel-Gaza crisis: NZ must condemn atrocities but keep pushing for a two-state solution

It was perhaps inevitable that the shock Hamas attack on Israel would become a minor election sideshow in New Zealand. Less than a week from the polls, a crisis in the Middle East offered opposition parties a brief chance to criticise the foreign minister’s initial reaction.

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IMF sees economic growth in the Mideast improving next year. But the Israel-Hamas war poses risks

The International Monetary Fund says Middle East economies are gradually recovering as external shocks from the war in Ukraine and global inflation fade

The Independent UK

Magazine: Verstappen seals F1 world title in Qatar GP

First, Max Verstappen became a three-time Formula 1 world champion before the Qatar Grand Prix even started, and he’s still only 26. Many of us who feel old would prefer title number three to have been clinched on a Sunday at Watkins Glen rather than in the Middle East desert…

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China Condemns Violence Against Civilians, Middle East Envoy Says

Zhai Jun made the comments while on a call with a senior Egyptian diplomat, as the death toll from the Israel-Palestine conflict reached over 2,200

Caixin Global

Tension over Middle East fuels fears of local violence

The possibility of opportunistic violence has sparked a warning by Australia's security intelligence boss ahead of protests over clashes in Israel and Gaza.

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3 Energy Stocks With Bullish Signals This Week

The escalating conflict in the Middle East is driving a surge in oil prices. The possibility of new U.S. sanctions on Iran could drive prices even higher. Against this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in robust energy stocks NCS Multistage (NCSM), NOW Inc (DNOW), and Ranger Energy (RNGR),…

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FIFA World Cup bid | Indonesia wants to co-host 2034 edition with Australia, Malaysia, Singapore

Indonesia, Australia, Malaysia and Singapore discuss joint bid to host 2034 World Cup. FIFA invited Asia & Oceania to bid & Saudi Arabia announced intention. Qatar hosted 2022 edition, so Middle East may not be considered. 2026 World Cup to be hosted by US, Canada & Mexico.

The Hindu

Putin concerned over ‘catastrophic’ civilian deaths in Israel-Gaza war

Russian leader blames explosion of violence on failed US Middle East policy that ignored aspirations of Palestinians.

Al Jazeera

Premier League clubs wary of being seen to take sides in Middle East conflict

Clubs are awaiting guidance on how to commemorate victims of the attacks in Israel, with no public statements expressing sympathy yet to be made

The Guardian - UK

Tyranny not ‘terror’ afflicts the Middle East

From Riyadh to Cairo, Tehran to Jerusalem, Palestinians are merely useful pawns in the Middle East regional game of tyrants, writes Leon Goldsmith

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Middle East expert Ian Parmeter on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict

Hamas’ attack on Israel has unleashed a horrific conflict. Breaking out over the weekend, Palestinians murdered Israeli civilians and are threatening to execute many hostages. Israel countered with mass aerial bombing and has cut off electricity, water and food going into the Gaza Strip.

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This Oil Shipping Player Stands Out Amid Sudden Mideast Shock

Amid sudden geopolitical tension in the Middle East, oil transportation player Frontline has gapped up above an alternative buy point.

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Stocks Mixed on Middle East Turmoil

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.22%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.22%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.01%. Stocks are mixed after the militant group Hamas attacked...

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Middle East Tensions Ignite Crude Oil Rally Amid Gaza Rocket Attacks

WTI crude jumps 5.3% as Hamas launches rockets on Israel, raising concerns of potential supply disruptions.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the Hamas attack: a new and deadly chapter opens in the Middle East

Editorial: The devastating and unforeseen assault has profound implications for the future of Israelis, Palestinians and the region

The Guardian - UK

Hamas attack has abruptly altered the picture for Middle East diplomacy

Iran wants to make it impossible for Saudi Arabia to strike deal with Israel, while others in region cannot afford mayhem in Gaza

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Israel attack is Hamas imposing itself on wider Middle East diplomacy

Assault is designed to give militant group control over the Palestinian narrative as regional relationships change

Zenger

CAMERA Analysis: CNN’s Disproportionate Focus On Israel In Middle East Coverage

CNN's Middle East section online posted more articles on Israeli judicial reform than on the entire rest of the region combined, says media watchdog.

The Guardian - UK

Condemnation and calls for restraint after Hamas attack on Israel

Incursion shocks international observers, particularly among governments of the Middle East

France 24

Hamas surprise attack a ‘historic failure’ for Israeli intelligence services

The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on Israel on Saturday, firing thousands of rockets from the Gaza Strip into Israel, as dozens of fighters infiltrated the heavily fortified border in several locations by air, land and sea. The offensive caught the country completely off guard and represents…

The Guardian - UK

Labour Friends of Israel calls on a Starmer government to transform policy

Group says party ‘freed of the stain of antisemitism’ can promote two-state solution and reverse Tory apathy to Middle East

Zenger

Netanyahu’s Vision: Historic Peace With Saudi Arabia And The Blessings Of AI Revolution

Israeli Prime Minister outlines path to peace in the Middle East and calls for responsible use of artificial intelligence

The Independent UK

Top US Air Force official in Mideast worried over possible Russia-Iran 'cooperation and collusion'

Iran’s supplying of bomb-carrying drones to Russia could see Moscow help Tehran’s program become more lethal, raising risks across the wider Middle East

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