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An abstract editorial illustration of two opposing pressure fields separated by a narrow luminous corridor, with restrained radar-like arcs and interlocking geometric lines suggesting military tension and an open diplomatic channel; a deep navy and muted teal palette, with no text, logo, map, flag, portrait or external asset.
World • Iran · Strikes

US Strikes Iran Again — and Qatar Says the Mediation Has Not Failed

President Donald Trump acknowledged a limited U.S. strike on an Iranian air-defence launcher on Qeshm Island, while separate reports of further explosions there remain unverified. Qatar says claims that U.S.–Iran negotiations have failed are false, and officials say Tehran is reviewing a proposal on its nuclear programme. Military pressure remains in play, but diplomatic channels are still active.

iranqatar
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An abstract network of illuminated flight corridors connects geometric airport nodes above layered runway lines, suggesting wider regional air links without depicting a map, flag, logo or identifiable aircraft.
Business • Central Asia · Aviation

Central Asia's Aviation Opening: Kazakhstan–China Flight Rights Rise to 180 Weekly

New bilateral flight rights will raise the Kazakhstan–China weekly ceiling to 180 and add Chengdu and Kashgar, as Central Asian carriers, airports and tourism markets seek stronger links with China.

Central AsiaAviation
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Original abstract editorial illustration of stacked banking balance-sheet panels, a small measured upward movement and a restrained capital buffer ring in navy, teal and amber; no flags, state emblems, maps, logos, portraits, real buildings, charts of observed data or third-party imagery.
Business • EU BANKING | OFFICIAL STATISTICS

ECB June Snapshot Shows EU Bank Assets Up 5.18% and Bad Loans at 1.99%

New ECB figures released November 6 put EU-headquartered bank assets at €34.99 trillion at end-June 2026, while the bad-loan ratio edged up to 1.99%.

European BankingECB
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Business • Banking regulation

Türkiye Revokes Golden Global's Banking Licence, Citing Unmet Obligations

Türkiye's banking regulator has revoked Golden Global Investment Bank's licence under a domestic obligations rule. The separate US sanctions case remains important context, not an established legal cause.

BankingTürkiye
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