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'Europe must make itself heard' on Middle East war, says former EU commissioner

As EU leaders meet in Brussels for a high-stakes summit dominated by the war in the Middle East, Thierry Breton – former European commissioner for the Internal Market and France's former economy and finance minister – spoke to RFI about the current escalation and called on Europe to act in…

Radio France Internationale

US Markets Crash After Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged as Oil Price Shock Amid the Middle East Conflict Plays Out

Crippled energy infrastructure in the Middle East continues to drive up price and compels the US Fed to keep rate unchanged.

International Business Times UK

‘Nuclear catastrophe’: As Trump’s war in the Middle East descends into chaos, WHO begins atomic disaster prep

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Russia, the quiet winner? How Middle East war may be boosting Putin’s war chest

As Middle East tensions escalate, Russia is quietly positioning itself to benefit from the ensuing chaos. While global powers focus on the conflict, Moscow is leveraging diplomacy and energy markets to expand its influence. The crisis has boosted Russia's energy revenues and shifted international attention away from Ukraine, creating a…

The Times of India

Cypriot president demands talks with UK over military bases – branding them ‘colonial consequences’

It comes after RAF Akrotiri was hit by an unmanned drone strike at the start of the Iran war, raising concerns that the bases could be a threat to the island’s security

The Independent UK

Stocks Slip Before the Open as Oil Prices Advance, U.S. Economic Data and FedEx Earnings on Tap

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.18%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -0.27% this morning as oil prices continued to rise amid escalating fighting in the Middle East.

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EU scrambles to contain energy costs from war in Middle East

European Union leaders are meeting to tackle soaring oil and gas prices driven by the war in the Middle East

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State Department cut jobs with deep expertise in Middle East as Iran crisis escalates

The widening war in Iran is exposing big gaps at the State Department, especially in the bureau that handles the Middle East

The Independent UK

RBA frets over severe global shock from Middle East war

Spillover from the Iran war and an uptick in risky lending to first-home buyers could threaten Australia's financial stability, the Reserve Bank warns.

AAP

Dubai’s green corridor with Oman goes live: UAE opens new route for faster sea and air cargo shipments

Dubai and Oman have launched a new green corridor for sea-air cargo. This initiative promises faster and more efficient trade between Asia and the Middle East. Goods will move seamlessly between sea ports and air cargo facilities. This collaboration aims to reduce transit times and streamline customs. It positions the…

The Times of India

1,000 flights to Thailand cancelled amid Mideast war

Since war erupted in the Middle East late last month, about 1,000 Thailand-bound flights have been cancelled, according to Aeronautical Radio of Thailand.

Bangkok Post

Aussie shares plunge, oil prices spike as war escalates

The Australian stock market has fallen to its lowest level since November, with heavy losses for goldminers as the yellow metal fell to $US4,850.

AAP

No exams? CBSE announces new evaluation rules for Gulf students amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, CBSE has cancelled Class 10 board exams in Gulf countries, impacting over 50,000 students. A new evaluation scheme uses performance in conducted exams and internal assessments, with averages for missed papers. This unprecedented move prioritises safety, offering a second chance for improvement while preserving…

The Times of India

Benjamin Netanyahu's Son Breaks 7-Day Silence on X, Sparking Rumours Over Jewish Mourning Tradition

Yair Netanyahu's unexpected social media silence coincides with rumors of an Iranian strike on Israel, sparking speculation about political stability in the Middle East.

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Greece launches an animal airlift to evacuate pets and their owners from the Mideast

Dozens of dogs and cats have arrived in Athens with their owners aboard a special evacuation flight for Greeks with pets who were trapped by the current war in the Middle East

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Dow Slides 768 Points on Inflation Fears: Stock Market Today

Nobody knows what's going to happen in the Middle East, including the White House and the Federal Reserve.

The Independent UK

Britain to buy more missiles for its forces in Middle East amid ‘indiscriminate attacks’ from Iran

The Ministry of Defence confirmed plans to stock up on more of the laser-guided Martlet weapons, which have been used to down drones from Tehran in recent weeks

AAP

'Over-prepared': PM's pledge on growing fuel crisis

Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.

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The Conversation

How hatred of Jews became a common ground for Islamic terrorists and left-wing extremists, fueling domestic terrorism

Every major escalation in the Middle East sends shock waves far beyond the region. In the United States, those shock waves arrive not as distant tremors but as catalysts for domestic radicalization and violence, particularly against Jewish communities.

AAP

Treasurer softens up voters for 'hard decisions' on tax

The government will warn of a hit to economic growth and Australia's productivity performance in the upcoming budget, raising the stakes for ambitious reform.

Latin Times

John Fetterman Warns Israel Is 'Losing Generations' Of Democrats Due To Middle East Wars, Vows To Maintain His Support

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman warned that Israel is "losing generations" of the party members due to its prosecution of different wars in the Middle East, but vowed to maintain his support for the country.

The Times of India

Iran leadership decimated: Which top figures were killed in US-Israeli strikes?

A series of US-Israeli strikes since February 28 has killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several other top political and military figures. These unprecedented attacks have created a leadership vacuum, intensified regional conflict, and disrupted ongoing nuclear talks, pushing the Middle East into a new phase of instability.

International Business Times UK

Benjamin Netanyahu's Ghost: Why Elon Musk's AI is Fueling the Deadliest Conspiracy Theory in the Middle East

Netanyahu's 'proof-of-life' video with Mike Huckabee quashed death rumours, but Grok first called it AI-generated before reversing, highlighting deepfake risks in the Iran war.

The Independent UK

Trump will pay his respects in Delaware to 6 US service members killed in the Middle East

President Donald Trump will be present when the remains of six U.S. service members return from the Middle East to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware

International Business Times

Is AWS Still Down? AWS Not Experiencing Global Outage, But Ongoing Disruptions Persist in Middle East Regions

Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world's largest cloud computing provider, is not down globally as of Tuesday evening in Seoul, but targeted operational issues continue to affect services in the Middle East, according to the company's official Health Dashboard and third-party monitoring sites.

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