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Market news: Belarus plans to expand cooperation with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan in the tourism sector.

Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member Dingella: Winter energy prices will be crucial to the second round of impacts.

According to S&P Global Market Intelligence data, the European iTraxx Crossover Index rose to 286 basis points, a four-month high.

According to Saudi media Hadas, Israeli sources say that if Iran crosses the red line, we will take action to strike Iranian nuclear facilities regardless of whether the United States participates.

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that the Russian armed forces have taken control of Buzovo and Shiznyakovo in the Kharkiv region.

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government: Net gold exports to mainland China in August were 58.491 tons, compared to 56.193 tons in July; total gold exports to mainland China in August were 77.137 tons, compared to 75.457 tons in July.

The Kremlin reiterated that Russia hopes for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine issue, rather than a temporary ceasefire.

The Kremlin: No decision has been made regarding a summit between US President Trump and Russian President Putin in December, and it is too early to discuss the possible agenda.

Kremlin: We appreciate the invitation from the United States to Russian President Vladimir Putin and will decide how to respond.

Ali Rabiei, the Iranian president's aide for social affairs, said that Trump's "foolish remarks" have exacerbated the Iranian people's distrust of the United States. He said that after Trump made the "foolish remarks," the level of distrust of US policies in Iranian society increased by 60%.

Fadvi, head of the advisory group to the commander-in-chief of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard: We will respond more fiercely to any attacks by the United States and Israel.

Bank of America: It expects the European Central Bank to raise interest rates by 25 basis points in December 2026, compared to its previous forecast of no policy change.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: I met with leaders and economic advisors from more than 30 leading U.S. companies in New York. The participants were a diverse group, and I thank everyone for their attention to Ukraine, their support, and their best wishes for our people.

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange filings, Citigroup's long position in Baidu (09888.HK) increased from 0.0% to 5.04% on September 18, 2026.

The Danish Defence Intelligence Agency predicts that Russia will intensify its hybrid warfare efforts in the coming months.

According to the Wall Street Journal, U.S. technology industry groups are calling on the Trump administration to withdraw the proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fee.

Sources say Amazon plans to invest $3 billion in its fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) business in India by 2030. Amazon plans to open approximately 1,300 fast-commerce stores in India by April, a significant increase from the current 750.

Federal Reserve's Williams: I think the AI ​​boom is more like a traditional demand shock, and the key question is how long the chip supply challenge will last.

Pakistani Prime Minister: We remain hopeful for progress between Iran and the United States.

Pakistani Prime Minister: We are currently focused on ending hostilities between Iran and the United States.