Bitcoin fell to ~$63,316 after a brief rally, as renewed Israel-Iran conflict triggered a risk-off market, surging energy prices and dragging equity markets down, highlighting crypto's vulnerability to geopolitical and macroeconomic pressures.
Russian comedian Mikhail Shats, who lives in Israel and is designated a "foreign agent" in Russia, described the conflict between Israel and Iran as "national entertainment" in an Instagram post. He joked about his recent two-week tour coinciding with potential escalation.
Reports of a joint UAE-Israel defense fund and Israel loaning UAE aerial defense weaponry suggest a shift in regional alliances amidst the US-Iran conflict. Analysts debate whether this signifies a new Middle Eastern order or 'geopolitical promiscuity'.
The UAE denies reports of a secret visit by Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during the Israel-US conflict with Iran, emphasizing ties are conducted openly under the Abraham Accords. Iran warns Gulf states against aligning with Israel.
The UAE denies hosting Israeli PM Netanyahu or a military delegation amid Israel-Iran conflict, citing transparency under the Abraham Accords. Iran warns Gulf states against aligning with Israel.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has thanked US President Donald Trump for agreeing to extend the ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict, saying the move supports continued diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace. Sharif expressed hope that both sides will maintain the ceasefire and work toward a comprehensive peace deal during the second round of talks scheduled in Islamabad.
