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US Sees South Caucasus Potential in Trans-Caspian Corridor
US Chargé d'Affaires ad interim in Azerbaijan Amy Carlon said Washington is prioritizing the South Caucasus and sees potential in the Trans-Caspian trade corridor for American business.
IRGC Says Fighting Continues in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says battles between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing and the strait remains closed.
Qatar Calls US Forecast on Strait of Hormuz Losing Importance 'Wrong'
Qatar's Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi disagreed with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's claim that the Strait of Hormuz will lose its significance in two years. Qatar does not plan to build bypass pipelines.
US Average Diesel Price Hits Record $6.49 per Gallon
According to AAA, the average price of diesel fuel in the US has risen to $6.49 per gallon, significantly higher than last year's $3.70.
Fed Raises Rates for First Time Since 2023, to 3.75–4%
The Fed raised rates for the first time since July 2023, by 25 basis points to 3.75–4%. The unanimous decision came amid persistently high inflation; markets saw it as a hawkish signal.
Bitcoin Rises 1.9% After US Inflation Data
Bitcoin climbed to $78,914.6 after US inflation data matched forecasts, but gains were capped by US-Iran tensions.
US House Speaker Urges Caution on AI Regulation
Mike Johnson said that hasty decisions on AI regulation could lead to losing the race with China, and called for a balance between oversight and support for innovation.
Trump Says US Could Keep Iranian Oil
US President Donald Trump said the United States could gain control over Iranian oil. He also declined to comment on the expected September 14 meeting of Persian Gulf states with Iranian authorities.
US, Russia and Ukraine may announce trilateral talks
Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff said trilateral talks involving the US, Russia and Ukraine could be held soon.
US Strikes Three Iranian Tankers After IRGC Missile Attack
US military struck three tankers linked to Iran's IRGC after a missile attack on US Navy ships. No damage to American vessels.
US Used Nvidia Chip Access to Broker Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal
The US offered Armenia access to advanced Nvidia chips in exchange for participation in a peace agreement with Azerbaijan, according to the WSJ.
US Threatens Sanctions on Countries Helping Iran Evade Restrictions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will impose sanctions on states that help Iran evade existing restrictions and create mechanisms for Tehran to generate revenue.
US to Impose New Sanctions on Iran-Linked Entities Weekly
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington plans to impose new sanctions on Iran-linked entities every week to increase pressure on Tehran.
US Warned of Food Crisis Risk Due to Fertilizer Shortage
Jeff Stair, a policy adviser at The Heartland Institute, warns that control of the global fertilizer market by China, Russia, and Iran could lead to soaring food prices and a food crisis in the US.
Pezeshkian: US Will Not Achieve Goals with New Sanctions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the US will not achieve its goals with new economic sanctions, emphasizing Iran's readiness for negotiations but also resistance to pressure.
US Warns of Economic Collapse Risk for Countries Maintaining Ties with Iran
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that countries maintaining ties with Iran risk accelerating their economic decline, following Trump's announcement of an economic war against Iran.
More than half of US voters report financial decline since Trump's re-election
A Focaldata poll shows 53% of registered US voters say their personal finances have worsened since Trump returned to the White House in January 2025.
US: Oil Exports via Strait of Hormuz Reach Nearly 9 Million bpd
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said that nearly 9 million barrels of oil per day were transported through the Strait of Hormuz over the past week, with total supplies including pipelines reaching about 15 million bpd.
Azerbaijan and US Discuss Strategic Partnership
Deputy Foreign Minister Elnur Mammadov met with US Deputy Assistant Secretary Andrew Stow to discuss the implementation of the Charter on Strategic Partnership and regional issues.
US, Armenia and Azerbaijan Report Progress on TRIPP Route
The multimodal transit route TRIPP is moving from concept to practical implementation, according to a joint statement by the US, Armenia and Azerbaijan.
US, Armenia and Azerbaijan Mark Anniversary of Peace Summit
The United States, Armenia and Azerbaijan issued a joint statement on the first anniversary of the Washington peace summit, highlighting progress in normalization and economic cooperation.
Vance: US in Talks with Iran to Maximize Oil Flows Through Strait of Hormuz
US Vice President JD Vance said Washington continues negotiations with Tehran to maximize the volume of oil and gas transported through the Strait of Hormuz.
China Imposes Counter-Sanctions on US and Tightens Drone Export Controls
China has imposed counter-sanctions on the US, tightening export restrictions on drones and their components, and adding six American organizations to its countermeasures list.
US Doubles Funding for TRIPP+ Entrepreneurship Fund to $402 Million
The United States has increased funding for the TRIPP+ Entrepreneurship Support Fund from $201 million to $402 million, according to the official US government spending database.