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Fertiliser costs are soaring amid war in the Middle East. Will your grocery bill follow?

Conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has now led to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route through which a fifth of the world’s oil passes.

The Conversation

Dear Lockheed Martin Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for March 6

Lockheed Martin has a meeting at the White House on March 6 as the situation in the Middle East escalates.

Barchart

‘Protection against 'Shaheds'’: US asked Ukraine for help against Iranian drones in Middle East, says Zelenskyy

Ukraine has agreed to share its expertise and interceptor drone technology to help the US counter Iranian attacks in the Middle East. President Zelenskyy emphasized that this assistance will only be provided if it doesn't compromise Ukraine's own defense and strengthens diplomatic ties. He also suggested a potential drone-for-missile swap…

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How dangerous has the conflict in Iran become? Expert Q&A

The conflict in the Middle East is now in its sixth day and is showing no sign of letting up. Israeli and US warplanes have continued to strike targets inside Iran, which has prompted retaliatory attacks throughout the region. An American submarine has also sunk an Iranian navy ship off…

The Conversation

'Disgusting': returning Australians slam empty seats

The lucky few Australians arriving home from the Middle East have slammed the government for failing to fill most of the seats with desperate passengers.

AAP

What Does the Middle East Conflict Mean for Valero Energy Stock?

Valero Energy (VLO) is the largest independent U.S. refiner. Shares are up more than 90% over the past 52 weeks. VLO stock has strong technical momentum and is trading at new all-time highs. Valero maintains a 100% “Buy” opinion from Barchart, but Middle East uncertainty clouds any projections. Today’s Featured...

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Dollar Rises as Soaring Crude Prices Boost T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.39%. The dollar is climbing today as soaring crude prices are boosting T-note yields, strengthening the dollar's interest rate differentials. Also, today's US economic reports, which showed a smaller-than-expected increase in weekly jobless claims and a larger-than-expected increase in Q4 nonfarm...

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British influencer charters £100k private jet to flee Dubai amid Iran war

Property investor and influencer Samuel Leeds has come under scrutiny for his ‘insensitive comments’ after escaping the Middle East

Evening Standard

How the Iran war will hurt you in the pocket as costs soar

Petrol, heating, and grocery bills could all take a hit as the conflict shows no sign of slowing

Evening Standard

Love Island star finally flees Dubai after three failed attempts as Middle East conflict continues

A Love Island star has managed to leave Dubai following three unsuccessful attempts as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies.

The Independent UK

Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of a drone attack on its territory, a development that signaled the war in the Middle East was spreading

The Independent UK

‘Outrageous’ fuel price hikes in Ireland amid Middle East conflict, Dail told

Reports of dramatic increases to fuel costs, such as home heating oil and motor fuel, have been sent to TDs.

Evening Standard

Embassies shut, travel restricted: What to do if your US visa is expiring soon

US immigration experts advised non-immigrant visa holders in the country not to travel outside as the Middle East crisis and the ongoing travel restrictions could result in delays, causing people to lose their visa status or jobs. But those who are already stuck outside the US and have their deadlines…

The Times of India

Operational secrecy kept the US from making evacuation plans – and that means Americans in the Mideast could wait days

As the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran, American citizens living in or visiting the Middle East found themselves stranded in countries facing bombing attacks by Iran. The State Department on March 2, 2026, urged Americans in 14 Middle Eastern countries to leave via “available commercial transportation, due to…

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HSBC, Nationwide and Coventry raise rates on fixed mortgages amid Middle East crisis

Experts say Iran war could cause energy price shock that pushes up UK inflation, in turn forcing up interest rates

Evening Standard

Foreign Office and British Chambers of Commerce brief firms impacted by conflict

More than 600 business have already been briefed on the situation in the Middle East by the Diplomatic Advisory Hub.

Fortune

Asia faces an energy shock from the Iran war and a closed Strait of Hormuz, as governments halt exports and draw down stockpiles

Asian countries like China, Korea and Japan have tried to diversify their energy imports, yet they still depend on oil and gas from the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Starmer to update on Middle East war as Defence Secretary travels to Cyprus

Britain has been facing criticism for failing to have enough military assets in the Middle East region.

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The Independent UK

Iran's barrage of attacks across the Persian Gulf shows regional chaos is key to its strategy

For years, Iran’s theocratic government warned it would blanket the Middle East with missile and drone fire if it felt its existence was threatened

Evening Standard

Couple back in UK after being stranded in Dubai tell of ‘absolute chaos’

A commercial flight from Muscat, Oman, landed at London’s Heathrow Airport on Thursday morning.

Golf Monthly

India Event Dropped By HotelPlanner Tour Due To Middle East Conflict

The HotelPlanner Tour has had to withdraw its sanctioning of an upcoming event in India with staff and players suffering travel disruption in the Middle East

The Independent UK

‘We paid £1,500 for a disco bus to escape Dubai for a Heathrow flight out of the Middle East’

Sarah and Ed Short travelled almost 300 miles across the Middle East to board a flight back to the UK

The Independent UK

Qantas adds stop to long-haul London flight amid Iran conflict

Adjusted flight paths due to the Middle East conflict mean the usually non-stop flight will have to land in Singapore

International Business Times UK

US-Iran Conflict Exposes EU's Struggle to Unite Over Response to Strikes, Leaving Europe Vulnerable

As the Iran conflict escalates, Europe grapples with unity and security challenges, highlighting divisions within the EU.

The Conversation

The Iran war and global trade: will the Cape route become the new normal?

Events in the Middle East during February and March 2026 again disrupted the flows of shipping trade to the eastern and western spheres of the international system.

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