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The ongoing crisis in the Middle East, fueled by Israeli attacks on Iran, has compelled UAE gold traders to sell gold at concessionary rates. According to foreign media reports, the volatile situation in the region has resulted in flight cancellations on one hand and disrupted the transfer of gold supplies from major trading centers, creating a bottleneck in the market. Several buyers have backed out of new purchases due to the high costs of shipping and insurance, with no guarantee of fast delivery.
The global gold market has witnessed a significant drop in prices, falling to $5,110 per ounce from $5,144. In response, UAE gold traders are selling gold at around $30 per ounce less than the global benchmark price in London. The UAE, particularly Dubai, is a major hub for gold exports in Asia, and also serves as a conduit for gold imports from Switzerland, the UK, and several African countries.
The UAE Ministry of Defense has reported that the country’s defense system has intercepted 15 ballistic missiles and 119 drones today. Lebanon’s Health Ministry has confirmed that the victims of the attack belonged to the same family. Foreign reports suggest that India’s crude oil stocks have been increasing steadily, with the country considering purchases from Russia.
Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz has urged the Lebanese government to follow Israel’s instructions before any further action is taken. In a statement, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps has clarified that it will not target countries that deny the US airspace for a potential attack on Iran. A recent program on an Indian channel featured a debate on the current situation in the region, including the recent passing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.
Iran’s Minister of Economy, Ali Madani-Zadeh, has announced the temporary closure of the stock market until further notice. Israel’s Defense Forces have released a video of a secret underground bunker beneath the office of Iran’s Supreme Leader, where the leader was reportedly targeted. The annual Houston Iftar dinner, attended by over 2,000 people, was held in the US without any major incidents.
The US has expressed concerns that Chinese hackers may have been involved in a cyber attack on the FBI network. In India’s state of Karnataka, a man allegedly stole Rs 2.5 million from his close friend and then murdered him, before using the same amount to purchase gifts for his ex-wife. The US State Department has announced that it has waived the congressional review condition under Section 36B of the Arms Export Control Act.
In a separate incident in Bangalore, a 27-year-old woman reportedly took her own life after consuming a poisonous substance in a domestic dispute. The Iranian military has stated that it will not target countries that deny the US airspace for a potential attack on Iran. Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz has urged the Lebanese government to follow Israel’s instructions before any further action is taken.
