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US diplomatic mission in Morocco resumes normal operations

The United States diplomatic mission in Morocco has returned to normal operations following the signing of the 2026 federal budget by President Donald Trump. In an official statement on Wednesday, the US Embassy in Morocco confirmed that all diplomatic activities have resumed after the enactment of the H.R. 7148 law, part of the Consolidated......

Oil prices rise amid US-Iran tensions and US-India trade deal

Oil prices rebounded Tuesday after Monday's volatile session as traders assessed a historic US-India trade agreement potentially reshaping global energy flows and squeezing Russian oil revenues. Brent crude futures climbed nearly 2 percent, recovering from a 4 percent drop the previous day, while West Texas Intermediate edged toward $64......

Russia reaffirms offer to process Iran's enriched uranium

Russia has reiterated its role as potential mediator in the escalating dispute over Iran's nuclear program. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova confirmed Wednesday that Moscow's proposal to export Iran's enriched uranium stockpile remains active. "Russia has proposed to export Iran's enriched uranium reserves......

Chevron signs preliminary offshore exploration deal linked to Syria

US energy giant Chevron has entered into a preliminary agreement to assess offshore oil and gas exploration opportunities off the Syrian coast, the company confirmed on Wednesday. According to a spokesperson, the memorandum of understanding was signed with Syria’s state oil company and Qatar-based UCC Holding. The agreement aims to......

Xi Jinping holds phone talks with Donald Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, according to China’s state broadcaster CCTV, which did not immediately provide details of the discussion. The call comes amid a period of heightened diplomatic activity involving Beijing and Washington, as both powers navigate complex......

Musk becomes first person worth $800 billion after SpaceX-xAI merger

Elon Musk has shattered wealth records, becoming the first individual ever to surpass $800 billion in net worth following the merger of his aerospace giant SpaceX with AI venture xAI. Forbes pegs Musk's fortune at about $852 billion post-deal, adding roughly $84 billion to his already staggering tally. Announced February 2, 2026, the......

Volvo CEO predicts EVs cheaper than gas cars by 2030

Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson forecasts that electric vehicles will "very likely" cost less than gasoline-powered cars within five years. Speaking at a press event in Gothenburg, Sweden, this week, he highlighted his company's already profitable EV lineup and upcoming manufacturing advances set to drive costs even lower. "I......

Cathie Wood urges investors to swap gold for Bitcoin

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, is advising investors to abandon gold in favor of Bitcoin. She argues that the precious metal has reached extreme valuation levels not seen since the Great Depression. In a recent podcast appearance, Wood stated that as an aggressive investor, she would "consider switching from gold to Bitcoin right now."......

Ukraine and Russia begin second round of US-mediated talks amid airstrikes

Delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States gathered in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday for a second round of trilateral peace negotiations. The talks unfolded against the backdrop of Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine this year, which struck just 24 hours earlier. Rustem Umerov, Ukraine's national security and defense......

U.S. visa freeze faces legal challenge over nationality-based restrictions

A sweeping suspension of immigrant visa processing by the United States has triggered a major legal battle that could reshape the limits of executive power over immigration. The policy, introduced in January 2026, halted immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, affecting......

US approves $3 billion f-15 maintenance services sale to Saudi Arabia

The United States has approved a potential $3 billion sale of maintenance and support services for F-15 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, according to a statement released by the Pentagon on Tuesday. The authorization, granted by the US State Department and formally notified to Congress, covers a range of non-major defense equipment and services,......

US-UK team develops real-time Arctic sea ice forecast model

A team of American and British scientists has created a new method for real-time, accurate predictions of Arctic sea ice extent. This tool proves vital for climate monitoring and indigenous communities relying on stable ice for hunting and livelihoods. Published February 3 in the journal Chaos by AIP Publishing, the research marks a breakthrough......

Deaths in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk following Russian drone attacks

Two people were killed and two others injured in the southeastern Dnipro region of Ukraine after Russian drone strikes, local authorities reported. The attacks targeted Vasylkivka, a community near the front lines, causing fires, destruction of one home, damage to three others, and impacting several vehicles and power infrastructure. Governor......

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