The United States has launched strikes targeting locations near Kharg Island and in the Jask area, according to a FOX News report.

U.S. officials allege Iran attacked American naval vessels on Monday, though the U.S. military has yet to confirm the incident. Over the weekend, Iran reportedly launched ballistic missiles at a carrier and a guided missile destroyer, causing no damage to the ships. The recent military activity has heightened concerns over Iran's deployment of sophisticated weaponry, potentially with assistance from China or Russia. More information is available here.

The Iranian IRGC Navy has issued a warning to crews of oil tankers near Kuwaiti and Bahraini ports with U.S. presence, advising evacuation. The IRGC indicated that vessels will be targeted in retaliation for any U.S. attacks on Iranian oil tankers.

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The White House is contemplating decreasing the roles of Witkoff and Kushner in negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv, according to a report by FT. CIA Director John Ratcliffe is set to undertake shuttle diplomacy between the two capitals.

U.S. Treasury to raise long bond purchases to $6 billion per operation from $4 billion.

Analysts highlight RATCLIFFE surpassing WITKOFF and KUSHNER in geopolitical analysis concerning Ukraine.

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Stocks, bonds, and Bitcoin decline as yields climb despite expansion of long-term bond buyback program; Bessent still struggling to gain investor confidence.

American government bond sell-offs persist despite Treasury announcements.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Vietnamese President To Lam have formally endorsed a cooperation package aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, according to RIA. The agreement includes transitioning to trade conducted in their respective national currencies and facilitating visa-free travel for Vietnamese citizens to Russia in the near future. Additionally, Vietnam seeks to expand private and charter flight operations to Russia and enhance collaboration in the oil and gas sectors. The two countries will also pursue increased investments, with a focus on energy and industrial projects.

The Russian Aircraft Corporation (OAK) has reportedly secured its first export contract for the delivery of the Yak-130M, according to TASS.

A U.S. startup, Covenant, is preparing to begin manufacturing cruise missiles in Germany, according to RTRS. The company plans to initiate mass production of its Anthem missile in early 2027 at a facility located in Saxony. Covenant targets an annual production capacity of 5,000 missiles by 2028 at this German site.

A U.S. startup named Covenant is preparing to begin manufacturing cruise missiles in Germany, according to reports from RTRS. The company plans to initiate mass production of its cost-effective Anthem missiles in early 2027 at a facility located in Saxony. Covenant has set a target to produce approximately 5,000 missiles annually by 2028 at the German plant.

The White House has denied an article published by the Financial Times regarding Ratcliffe, Whitkoff, and Kushner.

The White House has denied the article in FT concerning Ratcliffe, Witkoff, and Kushner.

Global oil reserves declined by 400 million barrels in 2026 and are expected to continue decreasing through the end of the year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

Inflation in Russia edged higher by 0.05% for the week ending September 7, according to Rosstat. Year-to-date, consumer prices have increased by 4.72%. The annual inflation rate as of September 7 stood at 6.29%, down slightly from 6.32% recorded at the end of August, as per Ministry of Economic Development data.

Analysts expect the Russian Central Bank to hold its interest rate at 14% this Friday, with a small chance of a 0.25% cut, according to an IF survey.

Analysts expect the Russian Central Bank to keep its interest rate unchanged at 14% this Friday, with a marginal chance of lowering it by 0.25%, according to an IF survey.

BTC encounters substantial resistance between $84,000 and $85,000, a zone characterized by high trading volumes, data from Glassnode shows.