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Vast ship clusters and speeding tankers point to Hormuz jamming

The maritime artery is a key focus for investors at present because its effective closure during the conflict has thrown the global energy market into disarray, forcing Persian Gulf producers to lock-in oil output as storage capacity runs out.

Why China still wants Donald Trump to visit despite the Iran war

Beijing is signalling that diplomacy with Washington matters more than geopolitical tensions, even as it criticises the US military campaign against Iran.

Who the Islamic Revolutionary Guards are and why they hold so much power in Iran

Created to defend Iran’s 1979 revolution, the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps has grown into the country’s most powerful military, political and economic force.

Why Iran’s missile launch crews have become the most hunted targets in the war

Iran’s ballistic missiles remain its most powerful weapon against Israel and the US, but the crews that launch them are now operating under constant surveillance and deadly pressure.

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new supreme leader?

The son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has long operated quietly behind the scenes. His appointment signals continuity of Iran’s hardline system during a moment of war and crisis.

Why more Gen Zers are using AI to handle difficult conversations

From rejection texts to relationship advice, many young people are turning to chatbots to navigate social situations. Experts say the trend may come with hidden emotional costs.

What options India has to help its ships stranded near Strait of Hormuz

All 36 Indian-flagged vessels currently operating in and around the strait and adjoining waters are safe and have adequate provisions on board. However, none have been able to transit the area so far due to the volatile security situation.

Iran war: Closure of Strait of Hormuz unlikely to delay ISM 2.0 rollout

The strait is a key corridor for India's energy shipments and petrochemical feedstock used in chip manufacturing and a prolonged disruption can affect the availability and pricing of specialised gases and chemicals used in fabrication

Pakistan navy begins ship escorts due to Gulf tensions

The military said it was vital that sea routes remained safe, secure and uninterrupted because 90 percent of Pakistan's trade is moved by sea

AI and rare earths: Inside China’s 141-page plan that could squeeze the US military where it hurts most

As the world watches the Iran war, China’s latest blueprint on AI, robotics and critical minerals is raising bigger questions about US strategic vulnerability.

India invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure LPG supply as West Asia crisis worsens

To manage the impact of LNG supply disruptions, oil refining companies have been asked to absorb part of the strain by reducing gas allocation to refineries to around 65% of their past six-month consumption, depending on operational feasibility

Air raid sirens sound at Dubai airport after missile threat; passengers moved to shelters

The alert briefly disrupted operations at the airport, one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs, with travellers directed away from terminals as precautionary measures were activated.

Aramco profit slips to $104 billion as Iran war puts Saudi oil giant in the crosshairs

Aramco released its annual results Tuesday. It planned to brief investors later in the day as the war that began Feb. 28 has seen Iranian drones and missiles target its facilities. Aramco, formally known as the Saudi Arabian Oil Co., reported profits of $110 billion in 2024.

Abu Dhabi property prices see sudden cuts as war jitters hit buyers

Listings in parts of the emirate saw steep price reductions within hours as uncertainty from the Middle East conflict rippled into the luxury property market.

'It’s more fun to sink them': Trump claims US sank 46 Iranian ships, says Iran has 'no navy' and war will continue

Trump says the US Navy has sunk 46 Iranian ships as Washington sends mixed signals on the war timeline and Iran’s Revolutionary Guards respond.

Trump advisers push for Iran war exit plan: Why even a ceasefire may not fix the oil crisis | Explained

A political settlement could end the fighting relatively quickly. But the commercial systems that allow global oil to move safely through maritime chokepoints operate on much slower regulatory and actuarial cycles.

Video shows journalist reporting as Tehran oil depot burns after Israeli strike

A clip spreading online captures a reporter speaking in front of a massive fire at what appears to be a fuel storage site in Tehran, highlighting the scale of damage after reported Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil infrastructure.

‘Keep your hands off us’: UAE billionaire rebukes Lindsey Graham’s war call. What it reveals about Gulf war calculations

Iran War News: For Gulf states whose economies rely heavily on trade, energy exports and foreign investment, the risks of war can outweigh the perceived benefits of military alignment.

Could water become a target in the Middle East war?

The region has long worried about attacks on oil facilities. Now experts say something even more basic could be at risk. The water systems millions depend on every day.

Tehran warns Iranians abroad supporting US-Israeli strikes: 'Will be met with confiscation of properties'

The warning followed marches organised in several European and American cities by some people of Iranian origin seeking political change in Tehran.

Iran warns of acidic rain in Tehran after oil depot fires

Massive blazes at fuel storage sites following Israeli strikes have filled the skies over Tehran with smoke, raising fears about polluted rainfall and its health impact.

One-ton warheads and bigger barrages: Iran signals a dangerous new missile strategy

Iran has shifted to deploying one-ton warhead missiles and saturation attack tactics targeting regional air defences.

Gold demand surges as Middle East war pushes investors toward safe havens

Rising geopolitical tensions and inflation worries are driving global investors back to gold, swelling the value of the precious metal market.

'Iran awaiting US naval fleet in Strait of Hormuz': IRGC on Trump's claim conflict may end soon

Naeini's remarks come shortly after US President Donald Trump vowed that the key waterway would remain open and warned Tehran against attempting to disrupt shipping through it.

One crisis, two chokepoints: Strait Of Hormuz disruption raises a new question. Could Bab el-Mandeb be next?

The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which links the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, could become a new pressure point in global energy and trade routes if Iran decides to broaden the confrontation.

Amid raging West Asia war, Iran's IRGC issues new threat: 'Not even one litre of oil will be exported if…’

IRGC had earlier pledged to target energy facilities across the region in retaliation, warning that oil prices could surge to $200 per barrel if the United States and Israel "continue this game."

Pentagon burned through $5.6 billion in weapons in just 48 hours of Iran strikes

US spent $5.6 billion worth of weapons in the first 48 hours of strikes on Iran, raising concerns over advanced weapons supplies.

China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US

The export figures released by China’s customs agency on Tuesday were much better than economists had forecast. They far exceeded the 6.6% annual pace of growth recorded in December.

A capitulating market — Is it time to buy the panic?

Middle East conflict delivers a triple shock to India’s economy, testing the resilience of corporate earnings and equity valuations

India condemns airstrikes on Afghanistan, calls them 'flagrant violations' at UN

The remarks come as Pakistani and Afghan forces have carried out multiple strikes against each other in what has become the deadliest fighting between the two neighbours in recent years. Islamabad has described the hostilities as an “open war”.

White House plans executive order to rip Anthropic AI out of federal agencies

White House preparing executive order to remove Anthropic’s Claude AI from federal systems as dispute with the company escalates.

OPINION | Iran conflict showcases the brutal economic logic of drones, reshaping air defence planning globally

'Kamikaze' or one-way attack drones offer a compelling cost-to-effect ratio. The US has embraced this logic in its ongoing operations

'Don't try anything cute': Trump warns Iran against blocking Strait of Hormuz, says war 'pretty much over'

Trump has repeatedly threatened to intensify strikes if Tehran disrupts the strait, a narrow maritime corridor between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula that is considered one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints.

5,000 targets, 50 vessels in 10 days: US details scale of Operation Epic Fury in Iran

US has struck over 5,000 targets and damaged 50 Iranian vessels in the first 10 days of Operation Epic Fury launched on February 28.

Iran’s IRGC responds to Trump: ‘We will determine the end of war’

‘It is we who will determine the end of the war,’ Iran's Revolutionary Guards said in a statement

Five Iranian women footballers seek asylum in Australia after anthem protest

The Iranian players' silence during the anthem ahead of an Asian Cup tournament match in Australia last week was widely seen as an act of defiance against the Islamic republic.

Trump says Putin phone call ‘positive’ as Ukraine and Iran conflicts discussed

Speaking to reporters on Monday, Trump said the two discussed the prolonged fighting in Ukraine. “We were talking about Ukraine, which is just a never-ending fight,” he said, adding that “I think it was a positive call on that subject.”

UAE welcomes US terrorist designation for Muslim Brotherhood in Sudan

The designation, which will be effective in a week, comes after the US in January made the same declaration for several other Brotherhood branches, including in its historic base of Egypt.

US designates Afghanistan as 'state sponsor of wrongful detention'

The move comes just over a week after Iran became the first country added to Washington's new "wrongful detention" blacklist.

Israel says Iran's new supreme leader a 'tyrant' who will continue 'regime's brutality'

In a post on X featuring a picture of Mojtaba Khamenei and his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, holding guns, the ministry wrote: "Mojtaba Khamenei. Like Father Like Son".

Iran War News Highlights (March 10): Qatar Airways says to operate 29 flights on Thursday

Modi govt intervenes as cities across India see major LPG cylinder shortage

Geopolitical shocks trigger sharp market corrections followed by strong rebounds

Market reactions to such events over the past three decades have followed a somewhat similar pattern

Trump says Iran war 'going to be ended soon', warns of stronger response if fighting resumes

"It's going to be ended soon, and if it starts up again they'll be hit even harder," Trump said during a news conference in Florida, though he did not provide a specific timeline for when the fighting might stop.

Trump warns Iran of tougher strikes if global oil supply is disrupted: 'Will hit 20 times harder'

Oil markets have been on edge since the outbreak of hostilities, with prices climbing amid concerns that the conflict could affect supplies from the Gulf, a region responsible for a large share of the world’s crude exports.

Trump says some oil sanctions will be lifted as crude surges during Iran war

Oil prices have climbed rapidly since the start of the conflict, intensifying pressure on the White House to contain the economic fallout.

Trump hints end of Iran war in sight, saying operations 'very complete'

Trump told the US broadcaster that the United States was "very far" ahead of his initially stated timeframe for the war of four or five weeks.

Shipping giant MSC halts Gulf export shipments amid Middle East war

Amid escalating tensions, Iran warned security in the Strait of Hormuz cannot be restored while the war continues, raising concerns over global oil supplies and financial markets.

Ships brandish China-links to weave through Strait of Hormuz

Iran has effectively closed the vital waterway since US-Israeli strikes on it began on February 28, and at least 10 vessels have been attacked since

France, allies preparing 'defensive' mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz: Macron

The European Union on Monday said it was ready to "enhance" its operations to protect maritime traffic in the Middle East

UAE 'will not partake in any attacks' on Iran: Ambassador

The UAE does not seek to be drawn into conflict or escalation, said Jamal Al Musharakh, the UAE's ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva