Iran: news and markets

Houthis seize Yemen's Red Sea coast as Saudi pipeline shuts down

Iran-backed rebels capture strategic territory while Saudi Arabia suspends an oil pipeline following attacks, prompting Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to urge US action.

world 19 sources 3h ago

Polymarket Will Houthis target Saudi Arabia by September 30, 2026? 96% +6

Saudi Arabia Shuts East-West Pipeline After Drone Attacks Launched From Iraq

Saudi Arabia closes its critical East-West Pipeline after drone strikes originating from Iraqi territory, prompting Baghdad to dismiss a military commander and investigate the incident.

world 12 sources 2h ago

Polymarket Saudi Oil Pipeline (East-West) restarts by September 30? 87%

BRICS Leaders Meet in New Delhi Amid Global Tensions and Regional Conflicts

Leaders gather in New Delhi for the BRICS summit, where India seeks unity among emerging powers while Iran and UAE hold their first high-level talks since the war began.

world 13 sources 54m ago

Trump Says US-Iran War Will End After Midterms as Iran Prepares to Escalate

President Trump pledges the conflict with Iran will conclude after the midterms, while Tehran warns of intensified counterstrikes and domestic unemployment worsens.

world 11 sources 4h ago

Polymarket Will the U.S. invade Iran before 2027? 17% +1

US Blockade Chokes Iran Oil as Tensions Spike in Strait of Hormuz

The US naval blockade constrains Iranian exports while clashes in the Strait of Hormuz and strikes on bases in Bahrain and Jordan escalate regional conflict.

world 15 sources 7h ago

Polymarket Iran blockade lifted before Iran-Oman Hormuz agreement? 24% −3

Iran, Gulf States Meet to Discuss Strait of Hormuz as South Korea Sends Team

Iran and Gulf states hold talks in Oman while South Korea dispatches a fact-finding mission amid ongoing regional tensions.

world 7 sources 3h ago

Polymarket Will the United States send warships through the Strait of Hormuz by December 31, 2026? 38% −5

Oil Prices Surge Past $107 Amid Middle East Conflict and Fed Hike Fears

Crude oil prices exceed $107 a barrel due to escalating hostilities between Houthi militants and Saudi-backed forces, intensifying bets on Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.

business 25 sources 12h ago

Pakistan Clarifies Stance on Mecca Defense Pact Amid Houthi Tensions

Islamabad confirms no military response is planned under the pact despite warnings from Defense Minister Khawaja Asif regarding potential aggression against Saudi Arabia.

world 4 sources 6h ago

Polymarket Will there be Saudi Arabian military action against Yemen by September 15, 2026? 77% −11

IEA Cuts Oil Demand Forecast as Iran War Drags On

The International Energy Agency warns that global oil demand may fall further due to supply constraints from the conflict in Iran.

business 3 sources 8h ago

Polymarket Will Iran target Saudi Arabia by September 15, 2026? 11% −1

US Diesel Hits Record $6 A Gallon Amid Supply Strains And 9/11 Commemoration

National diesel prices surpass $6 a gallon for the first time, driven by geopolitical tensions and supply constraints, while markets await inflation data.

business 10 sources 20h ago

Iran Claims Capture of US Underwater Drone Near Strait of Hormuz

Tehran says its navy seized the Anduril-built Dive-LD, while Washington downplays the incident by claiming the vehicle was defective.

world 4 sources 11h ago

Polymarket Will the United States send warships through the Strait of Hormuz by December 31, 2026? 38% −5

US Core CPI Rises More Than Expected, Boosting Odds of Fed Rate Hike

Core consumer prices rose 0.3% in August while annual inflation held at 3.4%, strengthening market expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate increase next week.

business 8 sources 29h ago

Asian Games begin in Japan amid flooding and logistical challenges

The Asian Games open in Nagoya with early competitions starting, as athletes cope with severe flooding and housing issues while organizers push ticket sales.

sports 4 sources 22h ago

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