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China’s support for Tehran grows more restrained as U.S. enters war between Israel and Iran

While the U.S. openly threw its military heft behind Israel, Beijing's support for Tehran appeared more nuanced, raising doubts over China's objectives.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Russia watches on as ally Iran is pummeled β€” and it's unlikely to go to Tehran's rescue

While Iran has helped ally Russia in its fight against Ukraine, there might be little that Moscow can or will do now to repay the favor.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump calls 'obliteration' an accurate description of damage to Iran's nuclear facilities

Trump on Sunday disputed Iranian attempts to downplay the strikes on its nuclear facilities, stressing that "obliteration" was an accurate description.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Shipping groups avoid the Strait of Hormuz to reduce exposure after U.S. strikes on Iran

The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, is recognized as one of the world's most important oil chokepoints.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Tech investor Prosus bets on India to produce a $100 billion company

India will produce a $100 billion tech company in the coming years, the CEO of Prosus told CNBC.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

How the Israel-Iran standoff took a turn and what's next after a pivotal 24 hours

Iran's response will be watched by the rest of the world, especially among oil traders.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

NATO allies pledge to hike defense spending – but will they deliver?

NATO meets for its annual summit this week, with allies being pushed and shoved to sharply increase their defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Why global markets are brushing off U.S. strikes on Iran

Investors are largely shrugging off escalations in the Middle East, with many strategists believing the conflict to be contained.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Dollar surge could be short-lived after U.S. strike on Iran

Analysts say the dollar rally is masking concerns over U.S. fiscal policy, trade wars, and weakening international demand for U.S. assets.

Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

I've studied over 200 kidsβ€”parents who have an easy time getting their child to listen never use these 5 'toxic' phrases

Child psychologist Reem Raouda has studied more than 200 child-parent relationships. She found the five phrases that get kids to listen without throwing a tantrum. It's language that makes "children actuallywantto cooperate," she says.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Iran foreign minister to hold talks with Putin in Moscow

Oil, gold and dollar rise in wake of US strikes on nuclear sites

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

U.S. calls on China to prevent Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz and disrupting global oil flows

Iran's foreign minister warned earlier Sunday that the Islamic Republic "reserves all options to defend its sovereignty" after U.S. airstrikes.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Oil prices jump more than 2% after U.S. strikes on Iran raise fears of supply disruption

Oil markets are reacting to the impact of a U.S. decision to directly enter the Iran-Israel conflict.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Oil price jumps after US strikes Iran

International benchmark Brent rises to almost $80 as geopolitical risks mount

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Spain secures opt-out from new Nato spending goal, says SΓ‘nchez

Premier had refused to increase military expenditure to 5% of GDP to placate Donald Trump

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Netanyahu says Israel is close to fulfilling goals of Iran campaign

Comments towards Tehran come after top US officials insisted they were not seeking a different government there

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump taunts Iran with prospect of β€˜regime change’ after strike on nuclear sites

President’s social media posts contradict officials’ claims that US does not seek to topple government

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

FirstFT: Trump raises possibility of β€˜regime change’ in Iran

Also in today’s newsletter, Taiwan launches national unity drive, and Pimco bets on long-term Japanese debt

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Energy prices cut for business as part of UK industrial strategy

Sectors including automotive, aerospace and chemicals will be exempt from paying green levies on electricity bills

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

How the US used stealth and decoys to launch surprise attack on Iran

β€˜Tactical surprise’ and β€˜misdirection’ allowed American B-2 bombers to attack Iranian nuclear sites without drawing fire

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

At least 20 people killed in suicide bombing at Damascus church

Syrian government says jihadi group Isis is responsible for first major terror incident since the end of the Assad regime

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Gulf allies shaken by Trump’s Iran strikes

Arab rulers had feted Trump and urged him to avoid military option that would leave them exposed to retaliation

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

U.S. isn't at war with Iran, 'we're at war with Iran's nuclear program,' Vance says

Vice President JD Vance's remarks come after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran's "nuclear ambitions have been obliterated" following Saturday's strikes.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump’s step into the dark

America’s gamble in Iran makes the world a more dangerous place

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Gulf markets end higher, shielded from major turmoil after the U.S. strike on Iran

Markets across the Middle East ended mostly higher on Sunday after the U.S. entered the war between Israel and Iran.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

In maps: Iran’s three nuclear sites targeted by US bombers

The raids attacked research and centrifuge arrays that Tehran has built up over decades

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

A key week for Nato and defence deals

Military alliance members gather in The Hague, EU leaders meet in Brussels and the Korean war passes a milestone

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

West Virginia, Baltimore, Tulsa: 7 U.S. states, cities and towns that will pay you to move there

For years many places across the United States have offered monetary incentives to move there.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump gambles his presidency as US enters war with Iran

US president joins Israel’s attacks on Tehran months after vowing to keep America out of new conflicts

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Politicians slashed migration. Now they face the consequences

Across the West the number of new arrivals is plummeting

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

The perils of war with Iran

Tehran’s grand strategy has failed, but that is no guarantee Israel and America can succeed

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Shipping threats around Arabian Peninsula rising, largest global shipowners organization warns

The world's largest direct-membership organization for shipowners is warning about the rising threat to commercial shipping around the Arabian Peninsula.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Hegseth claims Iran's nuclear ambitions 'obliterated' after U.S. strikes

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed remarks made by President Donald Trump Saturday following strikes on three major nuclear enrichment facilities in Iran.

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Iran’s supreme leader faces his defining moment

Ali Khamenei must choose between escalation, a diplomatic compromise with the US, or containing the conflict to Israel

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Israel weighs next phase of Iran campaign after US strikes

IDF signals it will continue offensive while assessing impact of US raid on nuclear sites

Published on: June 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World