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Brazil court blocks political access to Jair Bolsonaro as presidential race intensifies
Jair Bolsonaro cannot campaign from house arrest, but his son published a political letter. Brazil’s Supreme Court has now closed the access route.
July 19, 2026
US-China tensions rise as Donald Trump revives election interference allegations
Washington wants a China summit, but Donald Trump has revived disputed election claims. The fragile trade truce now faces a domestic political test.
July 17, 2026
Why the failed Thomas Massie amendment could reshape US policy towards Israel
Israel kept its $3.3 billion aid package, but 103 Democratic votes exposed a deeper shift. The 2028 security agreement may face a harder fight.
July 17, 2026
Karim Khan removal vote explained: What happens at the International Criminal Court on July 24?
The ICC faces an internal misconduct crisis and an external United States attack. The July 24 vote will test whether the court can survive both.
July 17, 2026
Why Brazil may target US patents instead of imposing counter-tariffs
Washington taxed Brazilian goods, but Brasília may target patents and media revenue instead. The trade fight is moving beyond ordinary tariffs.
July 17, 2026
Eos Energy (NASDAQ: EOSE) surges 21% after Golden Dome Z3 prototype award from Pentagon
Eos Energy (NASDAQ: EOSE) surges 21% after winning a multi-million-dollar Golden Dome prototype contract from the Department of War, referenced by Trump.
July 16, 2026
Traders warn oil stockpiles close to empty as Hormuz re-closes in July 2026
Iran's re-closure of the Strait of Hormuz on 12-13 July returns crude markets to the supply gap as IEA emergency stockpile buffers approach empty.
July 16, 2026
Iran war enters dangerous phase as Donald Trump gains new military options
Washington is weakening Iran’s coastal defences, but Tehran still threatens Hormuz. Kharg Island now sits at the centre of the next escalation risk.
July 16, 2026
Revised Russia sanctions bill targets India and China over Moscow energy purchases
Washington cut its Russia tariff threat from 500% to 100%, but India and China remain exposed. Donald Trump’s waiver may determine the real impact.
July 15, 2026
Alcoa (NYSE: AA) approves Australia gallium project with US-Japan-Australia backing
Alcoa (NYSE: AA) reaches FID on 100-tonne Wagerup gallium plant with US, Japan and Australia backing under the $13bn allied critical minerals framework.
July 15, 2026