Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump have signaled an end to ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas, stating the talks were no longer viable. Both leaders asserted that Hamas had shown no genuine interest in peace. “It’s clear they don’t want a deal,” Trump said. The halt in negotiations raises fears of renewed violence in the Gaza region.
Gold prices slipped as optimism over a potential trade deal between the United States and China reduced investor demand for safe-haven assets. Analysts said easing tensions between the two major economies pushed traders toward riskier investments, pressuring gold in global markets.
President Donald Trump finalized agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam aimed at boosting trade and collaboration on critical minerals. The deals, signed during his Asia visit, underscore U.S. efforts to deepen economic ties and secure key resources vital for advanced manufacturing and clean…
