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A senior Ukrainian official said that Russian ballistic missiles struck the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv.

On July 14th, local time, the Iranian military issued a statement saying that in response to the recent provocations and aggression by the United States against Iran, hours earlier, Iranian forces launched suicide drone strikes against the communication systems, fuel storage facilities, Patriot air defense systems, control towers, and ammunition depots of US troops stationed in Kuwait. In addition, in response to the US missile attacks on some Iranian military facilities, the Iranian Navy launched cruise missiles to strike US warships. The Iranian military stated that its defensive strikes against enemies who violate their commitments will be adjusted according to the severity of the enemy's aggression and will continue to be carried out forcefully.

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has approved the final rule to amend margin requirements for unsettled swaps.

July 14 - On July 13 local time, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced that Darlene Graham Nodonne, the sister of the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, will complete the remainder of Graham's term.

July 14th - According to information obtained by CCTV reporters from the UK on the 13th, Labour MP Andy Burnham has secured the nominations of 349 out of 403 Labour MPs, effectively locking in the Labour Party leadership and potentially becoming Prime Minister on July 20th. According to regulations, a candidate for party leadership needs at least 81 nominations from Labour MPs; currently, no other candidates meet the requirements. It is understood that Burnham also needs the support of three Labour Party affiliates, at least two of which are trade unions; however, this is widely considered a procedural step.

According to The Hill, when asked whether he would reveal the content of his prime-time speech on Thursday, President Trump said, "This is just a speech, much like many of my previous speeches."

Fitch: Over the next few years, the industry disruption brought about by artificial intelligence will remain within manageable credit risk for most North American diversified services companies.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down 138.25 points, or 0.26%, at 52,498.76 on Monday, July 13; the S&P 500 closed down 59.61 points, or 0.79%, at 7,515.78 on Monday, July 13; and the Nasdaq Composite closed down 408.43 points, or 1.55%, at 25,873.18 on Monday, July 13.

SK Hynix shares fell more than 9% on its second day of trading on the US stock market.

July 14th - According to The Hill, as tensions between the US and Iran escalate again over the Strait of Hormuz, US President Trump stated that he will deliver a national address at 9 PM Thursday (9 AM Friday Beijing time). Trump did not specify the content of his speech, but this statement indicates that the war with Iran is indeed accelerating again, even though the two sides were supposed to enter into negotiations after the signing of the memorandum of understanding.

According to MS NOW: US President Trump will address foreign interference in the 2020 election in his speech on Thursday (Friday morning Beijing time).

According to the Iranian news agency IRNA: Four missiles have hit the area near the southern Iranian port city of Konarak, where a U.S. aircraft is flying over Konarak.

On July 14th, local time, Houthi military spokesman Yahya issued a statement on the evening of the 13th, claiming that in retaliation for Saudi airstrikes on Sana'a International Airport that afternoon, the Houthis launched a multi-missile and drone attack on Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport. The statement also warned all airlines not to fly over Saudi airspace until the blockade of Sana'a International Airport is lifted. Previously, the Saudi-led coalition stated that its air defense system intercepted ballistic missiles launched by the Houthis towards southern Saudi Arabia. Earlier that day, Sana'a International Airport, controlled by the Houthis, was attacked. The Houthis accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out the airstrikes and vowed revenge.

Hang Seng Index futures closed up 0.18% at 24,158 points in overnight trading, a premium of 56 points.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Ukraine’s Freyja project, which aims to gain European support for ballistic defense, will be implemented within 12 months, but Ukraine urgently needs defensive measures now.

The Houthi rebels in Yemen have warned airlines against flying in Saudi Arabian airspace.

Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport using ballistic missiles and drones.