U.S. Treasury yields increased across the curve on Tuesday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions. Reports of ceasefire mediation efforts tempered oil prices, but strategists warn government bonds remain vulnerable to energy price shifts and developments in the Iran conflict.
The UK government has announced an extension of cladding remediation funding to buildings under 36ft, previously only available for blocks 59ft or higher. This move, part of the Remediation Acceleration Plan, aims to accelerate safety fixes and prioritize properties based on risk to residents. Applications will open from August.
Congolese opposition coalition C64 postponed nationwide protests scheduled for July 8, following mediation by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, chair of the African Union. The coalition accuses President Felix Tshisekedi of seeking a third term via constitutional reform.
Congolese opposition coalition C64 postpones nationwide protests, originally set for July 8, following mediation by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, chair of the African Union. The coalition accuses President Felix Tshisekedi of seeking a third term via constitutional reform.
US Senator Rick Scott questioned Pakistan's credibility as a mediator between the US and Iran, citing conflicting signals after PM Shehbaz Sharif attended Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral in Tehran and praised the late leader. Scott highlighted past issues and urged close US monitoring of Pakistan's actions.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauded Qatar's mediation in US-Iran talks. During his visit, Jaishankar met Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani to discuss bilateral relations, energy, trade, and regional issues.
One person died and two were injured in a Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin held separate calls with US President Trump to discuss ending the war.
Queensland faces potential taxpayer burden for abandoned mine cleanups if rehabilitation laws are weakened. Critics warn smaller companies may default, leaving environmental damage and costs to the public, while industry advocates seek reduced investment barriers.
Securitize President Brett Redfearn states that tokenizing real-world assets will deliver crypto's disintermediation benefits directly to retail investors, disrupting traditional brokerage models. The BlackRock-backed firm is set to debut on the NYSE as "SECZ" on Thursday.
Iran announced progress in talks, citing the lifting of a blockade, release of frozen assets, and a reconstruction plan. However, Iran's Foreign Minister stated the "real test" is deconfliction in Lebanon. The US stated unfrozen assets should be spent on American goods and not fund terrorism.
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif reports Iran-US talks in Switzerland showed constructive atmosphere, achieving a 60-day roadmap for a final deal, a High-Level Committee, and upcoming technical talks.
Iran claims US-Iran talks in Switzerland have led to the lifting of blockades, release of frozen assets, and a reconstruction plan. Pakistani and Qatari mediation is credited. The next key challenge is deconfliction in Lebanon.
The US and Iran are set to hold official four-party talks, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, this afternoon at the Swiss resort of Burgenstock. These will be followed by separate bilateral consultations between Washington and Tehran later in the day.
Afghanistan's Taliban government claimed its forces conducted airstrikes on militant hideouts in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. Pakistan's information ministry vehemently denied the claims, stating no such strikes occurred and only a drone from Afghanistan was intercepted.
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin Friday at 4 p.m. local time, brokered by Qatar, the US, and Iran. The truce aims to de-escalate months of cross-border hostilities and prevent wider regional conflict, though neither party has officially commented.
Qatar's discreet mediation, characterized by patience, access, and shuttle diplomacy, ultimately secured the US-Iran ceasefire, outmaneuvering Pakistan's more public efforts. Doha's credibility with Tehran and established lines to Washington proved crucial.
Turkey offers mediation for Ukraine, while tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz with potential US-Iran deals. Reports detail military actions in Ukraine, drone attacks, and international diplomatic exchanges involving leaders like Trump, Putin, Lukashenko, and Macron.
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and his former wife, Roh Soh-yeong, attended a court mediation session for their divorce settlement. The case involves the division of assets, particularly Chey's SK Inc. stocks, with Roh's side claiming they are marital property.
Iran's foreign minister and Pakistan's PM claim a peace deal with the US is close, but President Trump furiously denies Iran's leaked terms, calling them lies. Disagreements persist over uranium enrichment, Strait of Hormuz control, and frozen assets.
Qatar's mediation efforts to bridge the gap between Washington and Tehran have concluded without new understandings or breakthroughs. The talks come amid escalating military tensions and stalled negotiations, raising concerns about the prospects for a diplomatic settlement.
US President Donald Trump stated that Pakistan is continuing its mediation efforts in negotiations with Iran. He mentioned that Pakistani representatives are working to encourage Iran to "do what's right" for a meaningful deal.
Iran launched missiles at Israel after Israel struck Beirut’s southern suburbs, escalating tensions and complicating ceasefire mediation. The dispute is now tied to Lebanon, Hezbollah, and wider talks involving the U.S., Pakistan, Egypt, and Qatar.
The 3rd Global Islamic Economy Summit in Istanbul featured a panel on capital formation and intermediation, discussing participation banking, Islamic capital markets, sukuk, investment funds, and private equity. Turkey's Wealth Fund manages over $360 billion and highlighted sukuk issuance and tech investments.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia's national interests are the main priority, even with respect to US mediation efforts concerning Ukraine. He emphasized that these interests take precedence over any external mediation.
