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IRAN STRIKES US BASES AS WASHINGTON ESCALATES AIR CAMPAIGN -- Iran has launched fresh attacks on US military bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain as the United States carried out a new wave of airstrikes across Iran, targeting military command centres, air defence systems and coastal facilities. The latest escalation comes as negotiations remain stalled, with both sides exchanging threats over the Strait of Hormuz. The continued conflict has intensified regional tensions, disrupted global oil supplies and pushed energy prices higher, while President Donald Trump warned Tehran to return to talks or face further military action. -- Visit:www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: BBC / Reuters -- #Iran #UnitedStates #DonaldTrump #USIran #MiddleEast #StraitOfHormuz #Airstrikes #MilitaryConflict #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Geopolitics #IranIsraelConflict #GulfRegion #OilPrices #EnergySecurity #Tehran #USMilitary #GlobalAffairs #InternationalNews #WarUpdate #ForeignPolicy #CurrentEvents #JadeTimes #BBCNews #Reuters

IMF: AI offsets Middle East conflict impact, global growth steady for 2026 -- The International Monetary Fund says artificial intelligence is helping offset the economic impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict, allowing the global economy to maintain a steady growth outlook for 2026. AI-driven productivity gains, stronger business investment, and faster technological adoption are helping cushion the effects of geopolitical uncertainty, rising energy costs, and supply chain disruptions. -- According to the IMF, AI is improving efficiency across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and logistics, enabling businesses to lower costs and sustain output despite external shocks. These technological advancements are expected to support economic resilience even as global trade and energy markets remain under pressure. -- The IMF cautioned, however, that prolonged instability in the Middle East could still fuel inflation, disrupt trade flows, and increase financial market volatility. Continued investment in AI, innovation, and digital infrastructure will be critical to sustaining global growth and strengthening long-term economic resilience. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: -- #IMF #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #GlobalEconomy #EconomicGrowth #MiddleEastConflict #Innovation #Technology #Productivity #DigitalTransformation #BusinessNews #GlobalTrade #EnergyPrices #Geopolitics #Finance #Markets #WorldEconomy #FutureOfAI #EconomicOutlook #BreakingNews #CurrentAffairs #TechNews #GlobalImpact #AIInnovation #NewsUpdate

'Slowed development of all regions': Putin says Middle East conflict could have Covid-like global impact -- Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict could have a global economic impact similar to the COVID-19 pandemic if it continues to escalate. He said prolonged geopolitical instability could slow development across all regions by disrupting trade, increasing energy prices, and creating uncertainty in global financial markets. -- According to Putin, the conflict risks affecting supply chains, investment flows, and economic growth worldwide. Rising oil prices, higher transportation costs, and market volatility could place additional pressure on businesses and governments already navigating a fragile global recovery. -- Economists note that while the full impact will depend on how the conflict evolves, prolonged instability in the Middle East could fuel inflation, weaken international trade, and slow economic growth. Governments and global institutions continue to monitor the situation closely as geopolitical risks remain elevated. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: -- #Putin #Russia #MiddleEastConflict #GlobalEconomy #EconomicGrowth #COVID19 #EnergyPrices #OilPrices #GlobalTrade #SupplyChain #Inflation #Geopolitics #BreakingNews #BusinessNews #Finance #Markets #WorldEconomy #EconomicOutlook #CurrentAffairs #Investment #GlobalImpact #NewsUpdate #Trade #MarketVolatility #RussiaNews

Trump to Attend FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey -- U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina this Sunday in New Jersey, the White House has confirmed. It will be Trump's first appearance at this year's tournament. He is also expected to attend a FIFA reception in New York ahead of the final. The White House described the tournament as the "most watched, most secure, and most successful". -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: SAUL LOEB -- #DonaldTrump #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #Spain #Argentina #WorldCupFinal #Football #Soccer #BreakingNews #SportsNews #USNews #WhiteHouse #GianniInfantino #MetLifeStadium #FootballNews #GlobalSports #USA #NewJersey #InternationalFootball #FinalMatch #TrendingNews #SportsUpdate #WorldFootball #NewsUpdate #FIFA

US Launches New Strikes on Iran as Trump Warns: 'Better Behave' -- The United States has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes targeting Iranian military sites, including missile systems and coastal defenses near the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump warned Tehran it had "better behave" and urged Iran to return to negotiations. In response, Iran claimed it struck US military targets in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, escalating tensions across the Middle East. Despite the renewed fighting, Iran released an American detainee. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: Anadolu/ JALAA MAREY/ ABBAS FAKIH/ Dan Kitwoo -- #USIran #DonaldTrump #Iran #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #USMilitary #Airstrikes #StraitOfHormuz #Geopolitics #WorldNews #Trump #IranNews #Military #GlobalNews #Conflict #InternationalRelations #USNews #Defense #Diplomacy #OilMarkets #Security #BBCNews #MiddleEastCrisis #Politics #NewsUpdate

Trump's New Election Claims Ignite Fresh US-China Tensions -- Did Donald Trump just reignite the 2020 election controversy? In a White House address, Trump claimed newly declassified files prove China tried to influence the 2020 election in Joe Biden's favor. He also alleged major flaws in US voting systems. However, US intelligence has previously said China did not interfere in the election. Beijing dismissed Trump's claims as "entirely fabricated" and "malicious smears," while Trump ended his speech without taking questions from reporters. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: SOPA Images/Bloomberg/Pool/Andrew Harnik -- #DonaldTrump #Trump #China #USElection #Election2020 #JoeBiden #USPolitics #BreakingNews #WorldNews #ChinaNews #ElectionNews #WhiteHouse #Geopolitics #USChina #Politics #Voting #ElectionSecurity #InternationalNews #NewsUpdate #CurrentAffairs #GlobalNews #PoliticalNews #USNews #TrendingNews #YouTubeShorts

Merlier Outsprints Everyone to Take Stage 12 -- Can Tim Merlier be stopped? Belgium's sprint star powered through a dramatic finish to win Stage 12 of the Tour de France, claiming his third stage victory of this year's race. Merlier surged from behind to beat fellow Belgian Jasper Philipsen, while a late crash involving Fernando Gaviria took down several riders. Despite the chaos, Merlier found the perfect gap and crossed the line first. Meanwhile, Tadej Pogačar continues to dominate the overall standings, keeping a comfortable lead in the race for the yellow jersey. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT -- #TourDeFrance #TourDeFrance2026 #TimMerlier #Stage12 #Cycling #RoadCycling #SprintFinish #CyclingNews #BikeRace #ProCycling #YellowJersey #TadejPogacar #JasperPhilipsen #SportsNews #CyclingLife #GrandTour #CyclingHighlights #CyclingFans #BikeSport #UCI #Cyclist #BreakingSports #RaceDay #SportsReels #YouTubeShorts

ZELENSKYY FACES PROTESTS AFTER DEFENCE MINISTER OUSTER -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing nationwide protests after dismissing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was widely credited with strengthening Ukraine's drone warfare and military technology. Thousands of demonstrators accused the government of weakening the country's defence at a critical stage of the war with Russia. Zelenskyy defended the decision, citing disagreements within military leadership, while critics warned the move could undermine Ukraine's battlefield momentum and political stability. -- Visit:www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: AP -- #Ukraine #Zelenskyy #MykhailoFedorov #RussiaUkraineWar #DefenceMinister #Kyiv #Military #DroneWarfare #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Politics #Europe #UkrainianMilitary #Government #Protests #Geopolitics #Security #InternationalNews #WarUpdate #Leadership #CurrentAffairs #GlobalNews #JadeTimes #APNews #UkraineCrisis