South Korea Central Bank Warns of Rising Financial Stability Risks Amid Won Volatility 
Global Demand for Yuan Loans and Bonds Surges as China Pushes Currency Internationalization 
BOJ Minutes Reveal Growing Debate Over Interest Rate Hikes and Inflation Risks 
US and Japan Fast-Track $550 Billion Strategic Investment Initiative 
U.S. Stocks Rally to Record Highs as AI Rebound Fuels Holiday-Shortened Session 
Asian Stock Markets Trade Flat as Holiday Liquidity Thins and BOJ Minutes Watched 
Japan Plans $189 Billion Bond Issuance as Record Budget Signals Expansionary Fiscal Policy 
IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement With Egypt, Opening Path to $3.8 Billion in Funding 
Why U.S. Coffee Prices Are Staying High Despite Trump’s Tariff Rollbacks 
U.S. Dollar Slips as Yen Finds Support on Intervention Signals and Geopolitical Risks Rise 
Asian Stocks Rise as Wall Street Tech Rally Lifts Markets, Yen Slumps Despite BOJ Rate Hike 
China’s Power Market Revamp Fuels Global Boom in Energy Storage Batteries 
Gold Price Breaks $4,500 as Safe-Haven Demand and Rate Cut Bets Fuel Rally 
China Keeps Benchmark Lending Rates Steady as Economic Outlook Remains Cautious 
Oil Prices Ease in Asia as Geopolitical Risks Clash With Weak Demand Outlook 
Silver Prices Hit Record High as Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven Demand 
UK Economy Grows 0.1% in Q3 2025 as Outlook Remains Fragile 
U.S. Boosts Military Support to Ukraine with Expedited Missile Shipment
The United States plans to accelerate the delivery of more than 500 interceptor missiles to Ukraine in the coming weeks, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal on Saturday. This rapid deployment underscores Washington's commitment to support Ukraine as it defends against intensified Russian attacks.
Key Details of the Missile Delivery
The interceptors are primarily designed for Ukraine’s Patriot missile defense system and National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS). These systems are essential for countering aerial threats, with the new shipment anticipated to cover Ukraine's air defense needs through the remainder of the year, WSJ reports, citing a Pentagon source.
The increased urgency in delivery comes ahead of the U.S. presidential election, with recent political shifts influencing the decision timeline. This aid boost is part of a broader strategy to equip Ukraine with vital weaponry before potential leadership changes in Washington.
Ukraine’s Call for Continued Military Support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has consistently urged NATO allies for additional military support, particularly longer-range missiles, to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses. The ongoing conflict, now in its third year, represents the most severe standoff between Russia and Western powers since the Cold War, with Russian officials warning of escalated tensions.
New Policy Shift in Defense Assistance
In a recent move, President Joe Biden’s administration authorized U.S. defense contractors to operate in Ukraine for the maintenance of Pentagon-supplied weaponry. This policy change aims to streamline Ukraine's access to critical resources as it continues to resist Russian advances.
For more information, you may check out these resources:
