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Grattan on Friday: Albanese government struggles under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war

Crises “stress test” governments and countries. Memories remain vivid of COVID, which put immense pressures on the Australian economy, the federation and Commonwealth and state budgets.

The Conversation

Bab al-Mandeb: How the 'Gate of Tears' may emerge as Iran’s second choke point after Hormuz

Iran has issued a stern warning, threatening to disrupt the vital Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the US and Israel attempt a ground invasion of Iranian territory, including Kharg Island. This move, coupled with existing control over the Strait of Hormuz, could significantly escalate economic disruption. Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen are…

The Times of India

Two British men detained in a suspected antisemitic hate crime are released on bail

British police say two men arrested in connection with an arson attack that destroyed four ambulances owned by a Jewish charity have been released on bail as authorities continue to investigate the suspected antisemitic hate crime

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Iran could hit London with a missile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth suggests

It comes as US President Donald Trump blasted the Royal Navy’s aircraft carriers as ‘toys’

Evening Standard

Australia accused of ‘betrayal’ after banning Iranian tourists with valid visas

Government says it’s ‘acting in national interest amid rapidly changing global conditions’

The Independent UK

Iran war has raised risk of attack in Britain, top terror chief warns

‘I think it would be very surprising if the events in the Middle East didn’t have an impact on the UK’ - Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor

Evening Standard

Iran war briefing: Trump extends strike deadline citing ‘very good’ talks

President Donald Trump has extended a pause on threatened strikes against Iran's energy facilities by 10 days, claiming the extension was at Tehran's request and that talks to end the war were "going very well". The Pentagon is considering sending another 10,000 troops to the Middle East, according to a…

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Next warns of higher prices for shoppers as Iran war hikes costs

The retailer has taken a £15 million hit due to the conflict

The Independent UK

Will Ships Have to Pay to Cross the Strait of Hormuz? Iran Drafts Toll Bill Amid War

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is driving global oil markets deeper into turmoil, as Iran consolidates control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for energy supplies. Tensions have escalated further with warnings from Tehran that the passage could be completely closed if the United States targets…

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'They’ll get mowed down': Did Trump reject Netanyahu’s plan to urge Iranians to protest?

US president Trump reportedly rejected Israeli prime minister Netanyahu's proposal for a joint public call for Iranians to protest, fearing high civilian casualties. While Israel prioritizes fostering an uprising, the US views regime change as a secondary outcome. This divergence emerged after Israeli strikes targeting key Iranian security figures, aimed…

The Times of India

Next reveals £15m cost hit from Iran war and warns prices may need to rise

The high street chain said if the conflict lasts beyond three months, it would probably need to pass on higher costs by raising prices.

Evening Standard

Iran Rejects US Peace Plan via Pakistan, Sets 5 Conditions to End War Including Strait of Hormuz Control

US-Iran tensions escalate as Iran rejects a ceasefire proposal, demanding control over the Strait of Hormuz and war reparations. Learn how this impacts global oil supply and market stability.

International Business Times UK

Next warns shoppers of higher prices if Iran conflict drags on till summer

Next’s UK sales have been “encouraging” so far this year and strong overseas “up to the point the conflict began in the Middle East.”

Evening Standard

'It was already open': Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif jabs US’ ‘shifted war goal’ on Strait of Hormuz

NEW DELHI: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif took a jibe at the United States and Israel, saying that the goal of their war against Iran has “shifted to reopening the Strait of Hormuz."

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Euronews

Newsletter: Cut Hungary from EU talks unless it explains allegations of leaks to Russia - Barroso

Also in this neswsletter: The embattled EU-US trade deal is expected to clear the final hurdle in a vote in the European Parliament's plenary.

The Times of India

Gulf states 'losing patience' with Iran, could join US-Israel war against Tehran: Report

Iran’s Gulf neighbours are weighing the possibility of joining the United States-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic but could be pushed further into entering the conflict if Tehran follows through on its threats to target their critical infrastructure, according to people familiar with the situation.

The Guardian - UK

NS&I chief executive replaced in ‘fresh start’ over missing savings crisis; bad day for markets – as it happened

Pension minister says ‘appropriate compensation’ will be paid to the approximately 37,500 people affected

The Times of India

US President Donald Trump says he wants Iran war to end within weeks: Report

President Trump aims to conclude the Iran conflict within weeks, believing it's in its final stages. He has urged officials to adhere to a four-to-six-week timeline, potentially before a summit with China's Xi Jinping. White House states Iran expressed willingness to talk, leading to postponed strikes. However, Tehran insists hostilities…

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The Independent UK

Trump confirms May visit to China after Iran war forces delay to landmark trip

US president says he’s visiting Beijing on 14-15 May

The Guardian - AU

Auction clearance rate slumps to 57% nationwide as interest rate hikes prompt Australians to sell

Homebuyers lose confidence amid higher rates and Iran war-linked price rises across the economy, buyers agent says

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: Why most Israelis back the conflict with Iran, even as international support wanes

In today’s newsletter: This new war has exposed widening fractures between Israel and its allies, and the country finds itself increasingly out of step with global opinion

The Times of India

Trump’s China visit set for May 14–15 after delay over Iran war; talks with Xi planned in Beijing

President Donald Trump will visit China on May 14-15 for state talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, a meeting rescheduled due to the Iran conflict. This marks Trump's first trip to China in eight years and follows a previous trade truce. Discussions are anticipated to cover trade, Taiwan, and…

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: RBA official’s rate hike warning; ABC boss’s ‘utterly offensive’ comments condemned; and ‘boy kibble’ goes viral

Iran war ‘making us all poorer’, but bank may need to raise interest rates again to curtail inflation, assistant governor says

The Independent UK

British woman jailed in Iran has ‘made peace’ with chance of dying amid bombing

British couple Lindsay and Craig Foreman, of East Sussex, were jailed for 10 years.

The Guardian - UK

UK consumer confidence has ‘collapsed’ during Iran war, retail industry says

BRC survey finds public even more pessimistic about finances as higher energy prices fuel inflation fears

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