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Watch: Iran strikes US embassy in Baghdad, smoke rises over compound

Tensions flared in the Middle East as Iran reportedly targeted the US embassy in Baghdad with drones following a stern warning. The attack, which saw thick black smoke rising from the compound, occurred shortly after strikes hit powerful Iran-backed group Kataeb Hezbollah. Iraq finds itself increasingly drawn into the regional…

The Times of India

Five US refuelling planes struck by Iran strikes at Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base: Report

Iran struck and damaged five US Air Force refuelling planes on the ground at Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Air Base, The Wall Street Journal reported, in what would mark a major escalation in the Middle East conflict involving the United States-Israel and the Islamic Republic.

The Times of India

Iran Puts Amazon, Google and Other Tech Firms on Target List as 'Enemy Technology Infrastructure'

Iran has identified assets belonging to major U.S. technology companies across the Middle East as potential targets, according to a list published by the Iranian news agency Tasnim, which has ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

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Vietnam War ghost rises over Trump as he sends thousands of US Marines to Middle East for Hormuz Strait battle

US military to deploy more forces to the region, as Iran continues to disrupt shipping and send oil prices soaring

Evening Standard

2 Dividend Stocks Insulated From Middle East Conflict

The war in Iran has heightened market volatility, and investors are seeking safe havens. VZ and AEP offer strong dividends while limiting volatility.

MarketBeat

F1 set to cancel races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia amid chaos in the Middle East

Rounds four and five of the 2026 season, in Bahrain on 12 April and Saudi Arabia on 19 April, will not take place

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: France sees first death in Iran war and F1 to be cancelled in Middle East

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Ministers warn petrol retailers against ‘unfair practices’

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband called in forecourt operators in response to the Middle East crisis.

Evening Standard

'A perfect storm': Airlines cut flights and increase airfares as jet fuel price spikes

Increased demand on flight routes that avoid Middle East and Gulf stopovers also means flyers are having to pay more.

Euronews

Where are Crude Oil Prices Heading?

Crude oil prices have surged after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, and Iran retaliated with attacks throughout the Middle East. Critical logistical chokepoints have become war zones, heightening supply concerns. Crude oil prices have been in a bullish freight train, but while the trend is higher, an end to…

Barchart

F1 close to cancelling Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GPs due to Middle East conflict

It is highly unlikely that the races in the Middle East will be replaced, leaving the sport with a five-week void between Japan and Miami.

The Independent UK

France treads 'a fine line between defensive and offensive’ in Middle East

President Emmanuel Macron has condemned the attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel as a violation of international law, while France deploys military forces to protect its interests in the region and defend its allies hit by Iranian reprisals – a balancing act that could prove to be…

Radio France Internationale

‘Certainly does not help peace’: Zelenskyy says US easing of Russian oil sanctions could hand Moscow $10 billion for war

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy criticized a US decision to temporarily ease sanctions on Russian oil, warning it could provide Moscow billions for the war and undermine peace efforts. French President Macron echoed concerns, stating Russia is mistaken if it believes the Middle East conflict offers respite. The US claims the waiver…

The Times of India

3 Ways to Play Gold Amid the Ongoing Middle East Conflict

The Iran war may change investors' approach to gold, and these three ETFs are a good place to start for those looking to capitalize on new opportunities.

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Deja vu 2020? Tech firms revive WFH as Middle East war disrupts fuel

Technology firms and global capability centers are activating business continuity plans due to rising tensions in West Asia. Companies are implementing work-from-home policies, travel advisories, and temporary office closures, with India increasingly serving as a stable hub for global operations. Firms are also taking measures to ensure employee well-being and…

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Gold Crash Alert: Why Prices Suddenly Fell Today

When global tensions rise, investors usually move toward safe-haven assets like Gold and Silver. That is why the recent market reaction surprised many observers. Even as tensions between Iran and Israel intensified, gold prices moved downward instead of rising. The April futures contract on COMEX dropped sharply, catching investors off…

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Stock Market Crash: Sensex Falls 1,470 Points, Nifty Below 23,200

Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Friday, extending their ongoing downtrend as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and surging crude oil prices rattled investor sentiment.

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S&P Futures Gain as Oil Prices Retreat, U.S. PCE Inflation and GDP Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending up +0.18% this morning, rebounding slightly from yesterday’s sharp losses as oil prices steadied, while investors await a flurry of U.S. economic data, with particular attention on the Fed’s favorite inflation gauge and the second estimate of fourth-quarter GDP.

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The Independent UK

Tommy Fleetwood relieved to get family out of Dubai and back to England amid Middle East conflict

Fleetwood has been competing in the United States while his wife and children sought to leave their home of the last four years in the United Arab Emirates

The Times of India

Middle East crisis: 4 crew members killed after US refueling aircraft crashes in western Iraq

A US KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Friday, resulting in the deaths of four of its six crew members. The US military confirmed the incident is under investigation but ruled out hostile or friendly fire. This marks the fourth US military aircraft loss in the Middle East…

Evening Standard

Economy stagnates in January ahead of Iran war and fears over UK impact

Experts warned a prolonged Middle East conflict and an ongoing spike in oil prices could send the economy into reverse in 2026.

Radio France Internationale

French soldier killed in Iraq as pro-Iran group vows to hit France's interests

A French soldier has been killed and several wounded in an attack in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan, President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed, describing the attack as "unacceptable". It is France's first military death in the Middle East war, in which at least 2,000 people have been killed since the United States…

The Guardian - UK

Do we want to keep fixing the same issue? Unlearned lessons from the first big oil crisis

As energy prices tripled in the 1970s due to Middle Eastern wars, Scandinavia, France and the Netherlands sped up green transition

The Times of India

Dubai targeted again: Video shows thick black smoke after blasts rock financial hub, debris hits building

Explosions shook buildings in Dubai on Friday, sending a large plume of smoke over the central area of the Middle East’s financial hub, marking day 14 of the conflict between the United States-Israel, and Iran.

The Times of India

UAE news: Schools shocked as ICSE and ISC board exams cancelled across the emirates amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Amid escalating Middle East conflict, CISCE has cancelled Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) board exams in the UAE due to security concerns. This decision impacts thousands of Indian students, following consultations with local authorities and diplomatic missions. Alternative assessment methods are likely, prioritising student safety during this uncertain…

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