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Market Wrap: Sensex falls 479 points, Nifty below 23,950 as bank stocks falter; small, midcaps shine

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed significantly lower on Tuesday, impacted by a downturn in banking, oil and gas, and pharma stocks. Investor sentiment shifted following U.S. strikes in southern Iran, reigniting Middle East conflict concerns. Broader markets, however, showed resilience, with midcap and smallcap indices posting gains.

The Economic Times

UK Household Energy Bills May Surge Again as US Strikes on Iran Fuel Oil Supply Fears

UK households may face increased energy bills this summer due to Middle East tensions affecting global markets. Ofgem's upcoming price cap announcement could see annual costs rise significantly.

International Business Times UK

Middle East crisis live: US will no longer have safe haven in region, warns Iran’s supreme leader after strikes

Mojtaba Khamenei makes apparent posting on his Telegram channel saying that Gulf powers can no longer be a shield for US bases

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Middle East live: US will no longer have safe haven in region, warns Iran's Khamenei after strikes

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Tuesday that regional countries would "no longer serve as shields for American bases", in a written statement carried by state television. The remarks came after US forces struck missile sites and vessels allegedly laying naval mines in southern Iran, even as Tehran…

France 24

Proposed US-Iran pact to reopen Hormuz, end Iranian transit charges: Report

The United States and Iran are discussing a plan that would open the Strait of Hormuz roughly 30 days after the two sides reach a deal to end hostilities, a Middle East diplomatic source told Nikkei on Monday.

The Times of India

Israel pounds Lebanon with fresh air strikes, vows to 'crush' Hezbollah

Israel intensified air strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon on Monday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to “crush” Hezbollah, deepening fears of a wider regional conflict. The escalation comes despite an April ceasefire and as another round of US-Iran talks takes place in Doha in a bid to negotiate…

France 24

The Abraham Accords: The boldest Middle East gamble in decades, did it actually work? Here's all about it

Abraham Accords: Trump just called six Muslim nations to sign the Abraham Accords — live, out loud, tied to an Iran nuclear deal. Pakistan said no. The rest went silent. This is the biggest Middle East normalization push since 2020. And the world is watching to see if it cracks…

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Trump demands widespread sign-up to Abraham Accords as part of Iran peace deal

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump on Monday urged Muslim-majority nations across the Middle East and beyond to normalize relations with Israel as part of the emerging Iran peace deal.

Bangkok Post

Shock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peace

Region is adapting to diminished US power after Washington fails to land knockout blow on Tehran

The Guardian - UK

Fears over Thai car exports as Mideast war hits trade

Thailand’s automotive industry is bracing for a potential setback in 2026, with car production expected to miss its target for the first time in five years if the war in the Middle East drags on beyond three months and shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz remain disrupted, says the…

Bangkok Post

Trump says Iran talks ‘proceeding nicely’, pushes for expanded Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump stated Iran negotiations are progressing well. He warned of a larger conflict if a deal is not reached. Trump also urged more countries to join the Abraham Accords. He believes this expansion can create a powerful and economically strong Middle East. Diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize…

The Economic Times

Possible Iran-US deal: What we know about the key issues on both sides

The United States and Iran have downplayed prospects for a rapid deal to end the Middle East war, despite signs of progress in talks. Key sticking points remain over Iran’s nuclear programme, control of the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief and a possible ceasefire in Lebanon, with both sides signalling…

France 24

What needs to be agreed to end the Iran war?

Iran and the US are nearing an understanding on a 14-point memorandum of understanding. Discussions focus on ending the Middle East war and a US naval blockade. In return, Iran would ensure safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz. While progress is reported, difficult issues like Iran's nuclear program and…

The Economic Times

Global Markets | European shares climb to over two-month highs on Iran-US peace optimism

The pan-European STOXX 600 was up 0.61% at 628.93 points, as of 0712 GMT, trading just shy of a record high touched in late February, just before the Middle East war erupted.

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India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners sought oil from Latin America and Africa as Middle East supplies faced disruptions. Imports from Venezuela, Brazil, Angola, and Nigeria increased. Russia remained a key supplier, though its share saw a dip. The UAE and Saudi Arabia saw increased imports. Overall oil imports in April remained steady but…

The Guardian - AU

Tehran expresses ‘resolute support’ for Hezbollah – as it happened

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France 24

Iran's president issues order to restore global internet access

Iran's ⁠President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order to reopen international internet access, Iranian state ‌media ⁠reported on Monday, ‌citing an official. Authorities first imposed an internet blackout from January 8 in response to nationwide anti-government protests, with access gradually returning to normal in February, before a new blackout following…

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AI chip demand drives 6% growth for Singapore in first quarter

Singapore's economy surged six percent in the first quarter. Demand for artificial intelligence chips is driving this growth. This boost helps balance challenges from the Middle East conflict. The government maintains its annual economic forecast. Strong performance in trade, manufacturing, and finance sectors is noted. AI-related demand is expected to…

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Bangkok Post

Deadly Israeli strikes pound south, east Lebanon

BEIRUT - Israeli strikes pounded south and east Lebanon on Sunday despite a ceasefire as Hezbollah's chief expressed hope for an agreement between Iran and the United States to end the Middle East war that includes Lebanon.

AAP

Wall Street rises as Middle East hopes lift sentiment

US stocks have closed higher as investors monitored developments in the Middle East and as Kevin Warsh took over as head of the Federal Reserve.

Bangkok Post

Possible Iran-US deal: What we know

TEHRAN - The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market.

The Guardian - AU

Oil prices fall to two-week lows – as it happened

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International Business Times UK

'United States of the Middle East?': Trump's Viral Truth Social Post Renews Fears Over American Expansionism

President Trump posted a provocative map of the Middle East with the US flag, sparking reactions amid sensitive US-Iran negotiations. The post coincided with Trump's abrupt cancellation of a planned trip.

The Economic Times

Rubio says 'chance' of Iran accepting deal as soon as Saturday

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated a potential deal to end the Middle East war could be reached soon. Pakistan's army chief arrived in Tehran for mediation. US President Donald Trump remained in Washington due to government circumstances. Rubio confirmed progress in negotiations but did not rule out further…

The Economic Times

European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boost

European shares closed at over a month's high, boosted by technology stocks and optimism surrounding a potential Middle East conflict resolution. AI advancements and French government investments in tech also fueled gains. However, rising inflation concerns and a stalled merger deal led to some stock declines.

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