Trump calls off planned strike on Iran after Gulf allies’ appeal

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The pause in US-Iran tensions highlights the Gulf states' influence and underscores the global economic risks tied to regional conflicts. The post Trump says planned US attack on Iran was called off at Gulf states’ request appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The US's conditional stance on Iran could lead to fragmented Gulf diplomacy, increasing regional uncertainty and impacting global oil markets. The post Trump indicates US may accept Iran deal if Gulf allies support terms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Warsh's leadership may signal prolonged high interest rates, impacting global markets and potentially challenging speculative asset valuations. The post Kevin M. Warsh to be sworn in as Federal Reserve chair on Friday appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply moves through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran now wants a cut of it — not by force, but through Bitcoin. Related Reading: XRP Will Go ‘Higher, Much Higher,’ Analyst Says, Betting On Explosive Breakout A Platform Built Around Geography Iran’s Ministry of Economy launched Hormuz Safe on May 16, 2026, a maritime insurance platform that lets cargo operators pay with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies instead of going through traditional banks. Once a payment clears on-chain, the cargo gets immediate insurance coverage along with a digitally signed receipt. The target market is ships passing through the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz — one of the most heavily trafficked shipping corridors in the world. Iranian media have reported that the platform could eventually bring in more than $10 billion a year. No official figures have been released to back that number up. Sidestepping The Dollar For years, Western sanctions have blocked Iran from the global ba

The postponement opens a brief diplomatic window, but uncertainty looms, potentially impacting global markets and geopolitical stability. The post Trump postpones planned military attack on Iran scheduled for tomorrow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.