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Zelenskiy says Ukraine strikes Russian oil facility in Ust-Luga
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine’s military strikes a Russian oil facility in Ust-Luga, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 08:47 AM UTC
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Ukraine strikes Russian airbase in Nizhny Novgorod, Zelenskiy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine’s forces struck a Russian airbase in Nizhny Novgorod, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 08:47 AM UTC
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Ukraine strikes Russian missile factory in Samara, Zelenskiy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine’s military strikes a Russian missile factory in Samara, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 08:44 AM UTC
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Israel strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon on Saturday in response to attacks on soldiers in a security zone.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 07:46 AM UTC
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UKMTO: no damage assessment reported, environmental impact unclear
UKMTO: no damage assessment reported, environmental impact unclear
EQUITY | Aug 15, 2026, 05:54 AM UTC
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UKMTO reports projectile strikes vessel hull; crew safe
UKMTO says a projectile struck a vessel hull, and it confirms the crew is safe, with no additional details on damage, location, or responsible party provided.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 05:54 AM UTC
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Bulk carrier hit by unidentified projectile in Strait of Hormuz
UKMTO reports a bulk carrier was hit by an unidentified projectile on Friday in the Strait of Hormuz, without providing further details on damage or casualties.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 05:53 AM UTC
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World Liberty Financial wins conditional OCC trust bank approval
World Liberty Financial says it won conditional approval from the OCC for a national trust bank charter through World Liberty Trust Co., allowing it to pursue direct stablecoin issuance if it meets remaining requirements
EARNINGS | Aug 15, 2026, 05:52 AM UTC
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Seven killed in Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday: state news agency
Seven killed in Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday: state news agency
EQUITY | Aug 15, 2026, 05:25 AM UTC
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Iran says it has not chosen to restart US talks
Iranian Foreign Minister says Tehran has not chosen to restart talks with the US, with no further catalyst or timing provided.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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Xi tells nations to keep strategic cooperative partnership on track
Chinese President Xi Jinping says he will ensure a strategic cooperative partnership between countries continues on the right track, according to Xinhua.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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Xi Jinping congratulates South Korea’s President on 78th government anniversary
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on the 78th founding anniversary of the South Korean government, according to Xinhua.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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Iran FM says Iran-Oman talks focus on Strait of Hormuz passage
Iran’s foreign minister says discussions with Oman are distinct and centered on maritime passage via the Strait of Hormuz.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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Iran FM says Qatar and Pakistan exchange messages with Tehran
Iran’s foreign minister says Qatar and Pakistan are exchanging messages with Tehran, adding that this process is not a negotiation.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:25 AM UTC
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Investcorp Credit Management BDC (ICMB) reports quarter results
Investcorp Credit Management BDC, Inc. (ICMB) announces financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
EARNINGS | Aug 15, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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EQUITY | Aug 15, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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CCOI: Securities fraud class action outcome cited in filing
Cogent Communications Holdings’ securities-fraud class action is described as resulting from undisclosed demand and backlog issues, with the stock noted as down about 29%.
EQUITY | Aug 15, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Hub Group securities fraud class action cites erroneous financial statements
Hub Group, Inc. (HUBG) faces a securities fraud class action result tied to erroneous financial statements, with the report referencing an approximately 31% stock decline.
REGULATION | Aug 15, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Futu Holdings faces securities fraud class action tied to regulatory compliance
Futu Holdings Limited is named in a securities-fraud class action outcome linked to undisclosed regulatory compliance failures, with the stock reportedly down approximately 32%.
REGULATION | Aug 15, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Procept BioRobotics faces securities fraud class action outcome
PRCT, Procept BioRobotics Corporation, is cited in a securities fraud class action result linked to undisclosed inventory issues and an approximately 18% stock decline.
REGULATION | Aug 15, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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South Korea’s President Lee flags methods to limit North nuclear capabilities
South Korea President Lee says he can also discuss effective methods to limit North Korea’s nuclear capabilities, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 01:42 AM UTC
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South Korea’s President Lee urges safeguards to prevent escalation
South Korea President Lee says the country must implement multiple safeguards to prevent escalation with North Korea, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 01:40 AM UTC
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South Korea’s President Lee calls for North Korea meeting
South Korea President Lee calls for a meeting with North Korea to seek peaceful coexistence, according to Pro.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 15, 2026, 01:40 AM UTC
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U.S. urges Apple against purchasing Chinese memory chips - WSJ
U.S. urges Apple against purchasing Chinese memory chips - WSJ
EQUITY | Aug 15, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC