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Futures Tumble As Iran War Sends Oil, Gold And Dollar Sharply Higher
FinancecnbcYahoozerohedge20m ago3 sources

Futures Tumble As Iran War Sends Oil, Gold And Dollar Sharply Higher

Futures Tumble As Iran War Sends Oil, Gold And Dollar Sharply Higher US equity futures and global stocks tumbled, the dollar and gold rallied and oil soared as military strikes intensified across the Middle East, sending oil to its biggest surge in four years and stoking concern that faster inflation could weigh on the global economy. AS of 8:10am ET, S&P 500 futures are down more than 1% - but off overnight lows - after the cash index fell nearly 1% over the previous two tradin...

Three US fighter jets mistakenly shot down over Kuwait
WorldThe Guardiannational-postdanas33m ago3 sources

Three US fighter jets mistakenly shot down over Kuwait

All six crew members ejected safely in apparent ‘friendly fire’ as Kuwait launches investigation into incident US-Israel war on Iran – live updates Three US fighter jets were mistakenly shot down over Kuwait early Monday in an apparent “friendly fire” incident, military officials said. All six crew members ejected safely. According to a statement from US Central Command (Centcom), Kuwait’s air defences fired on the F-15 war planes during a combat mission on the third day of conflict followi...

Long Iran war could hurt Ukraine’s fight against Russia, says Zelensky
WorldSCMPaktuality-sk58m ago2 sources

Long Iran war could hurt Ukraine’s fight against Russia, says Zelensky

A protracted war in the Middle East could reduce the availability of air defences for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said, acknowledging potential ripple effects from the US-led bombing campaign in Iran. Washington has all but stopped providing military aid to Kyiv since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, but the US continues to sell weapons financed by Ukraine’s allies, mainly from Europe. Zelensky said that he had discussed military assistance with German...

US-Iran war: ECOWAS sounds alarm over Gulf hostilities
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US-Iran war: ECOWAS sounds alarm over Gulf hostilities

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed "deep concern" over the rapidly escalating military hostilities in the Gulf region, warning that the conflict could trigger a…

Defense chief, US undersecretary discuss Middle East situation
PoliticsKorea Herald1h ago

Defense chief, US undersecretary discuss Middle East situation

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back on Monday talked with US Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby on the phone to discuss the situation surrounding the Middle East following US-Israeli strikes against Iran, his office said. During the phone call, Ahn was briefed on Washington's position regarding its military operations against Iran, and the two officials shared their views on the current situation unfolding in the Middle East. "The two sides reaffirmed the steadfast South Korea-US all

FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike
Politicsvanguard-ng2h ago

FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike

Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike has declared that peace has now returned to his state, Rivers, following President Bola Tinubu's mediating influence on him and Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The post FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.

Two People Stabbed in Edinburgh, Scotland
Worldaktualne-cz2h ago

Two People Stabbed in Edinburgh, Scotland

An unknown man stabbed two people in Edinburgh, Scotland, who were subsequently hospitalized. Police have the situation under control and do not consider the act terrorism.

War 2026: key takeaways from the Ukrainska Pravda conference
Politicsukrainska-pravda2h ago

War 2026: key takeaways from the Ukrainska Pravda conference

The 'War 2026. Humans vs Machines' conference in Kyiv brought together weapons manufacturers, military personnel, businesses, and partners to discuss the future of Ukraine's defense industry, focusing on exports, institutions, and human vs. machine roles.

Trump’s Iran attack, EU ‘too slow’, China-India relations: 7 global relations reads
PoliticsSCMPel-mundo32m ago2 sources

Trump’s Iran attack, EU ‘too slow’, China-India relations: 7 global relations reads

We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering global relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Iran strikes: Trump threatens more hits, Khamenei dead, Israel mounts new attacks On the final day of February, the US and Israel launched a shock military strike on Iran, killing hundreds – including the nation’s supreme leader, the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In response, Iran launched attack...

Taxation of Electronic Commerce activities in Ghana
Businessmyjoyonline1h ago

Taxation of Electronic Commerce activities in Ghana

The Electronic Commerce (e-commerce) has become a crucial part of global retail including Ghana. Section 15 (4a) of the Value Added Tax (VAT) Act, 2025 (Act 1151) defines “Electronic commerce” to include a business transaction including a digital service that takes place through electronic transmission of data over communication network such as internet. Although e-commerce […]

Psychiatrists condemn killing of colleague in Enugu, demand justice
HealthPremium Times1h ago

Psychiatrists condemn killing of colleague in Enugu, demand justice

Mr Orovwigho was kidnapped from his residence in Enugu on 30 December 2025. He was later found the next day at a sand evacuation site and taken to the hospital. The post Psychiatrists condemn killing of colleague in Enugu, demand justice appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Iran Bombings: Adeyanju urges US, Israel to protect civilians
Politicsvanguard-ng1h ago

Iran Bombings: Adeyanju urges US, Israel to protect civilians

By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — Human rights lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju, on Monday called on the United States and Israel to prioritise the protection of children and other vulnerable groups following reported bombings in Iran. Adeyanju urged both countries to avoid targeting civilian populations and to respect international humanitarian law, particularly the Geneva Convention, […] The post Iran Bombings: Adeyanju urges US, Israel to protect civilians appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iran war disrupts Chinese tech firms’ Middle East operations
BusinessSCMP1h ago

Iran war disrupts Chinese tech firms’ Middle East operations

Chinese technology companies that have rapidly expanded across the Middle East face a sudden test amid Iran’s response to the US-Israel attack, as mounting hostilities disrupt their operations. Several firms that accelerated investment in the region over the past year have temporarily suspended services, shifted staff to remote work and reviewed contingency plans as security risks mount in the short term. Baidu, which began operating its Apollo robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, the capital of th...

Reports of smoke near Dhekelia base following drone warnings
Worldrzeczpospolita24urluxemburger-wort+4indian-expressnaftemporikiin-cyprusmercopress2h ago7 sources

Reports of smoke near Dhekelia base following drone warnings

Reports of smoke rising near the British Sovereign Base at Dhekelia emerged on Monday afternoon, following a series of regional drone alerts and localized evacuations. GEOINT analysts from the Faytuks Network reported observing smoke approximately 1 kilometre east of the Dhekelia base perimeter. The sighting occurred shortly after security warnings were issued regarding potential drone […]

Atalanta get knocked down after tubthumping week ‘saving Italian football’ | Nicky Bandini
SportThe Guardian2h ago

Atalanta get knocked down after tubthumping week ‘saving Italian football’ | Nicky Bandini

Raffaele Palladino’s side lacked energy after salvaging Serie A pride last week, when league was written off prematurely On Wednesday, Atalanta “saved Italian football”. At least, that’s what the headlines said after their sensational 4-1 win over Dortmund that overturned a two-goal first-leg deficit and ensured Serie A representation in the last 16 of the Champions League. Yet on Sunday they could not save themselves from defeat to Sassuolo. This ought to have been so much easier. Their opp...

The war in the Middle East in maps, video and photos
WorldThe Guardianle-figaromorgunbladid+2hinduil-sole-24-ore16m ago5 sources

The war in the Middle East in maps, video and photos

How the US-Israeli war against Iran exploded into a regional conflict, as Tehran retaliated with strikes across the Middle East US-Israel war on Iran – live updates A US-Israeli war against Iran…

Leonardo gets £1 billion contract for 23 UK helicopters
BusinessANSA19m ago

Leonardo gets £1 billion contract for 23 UK helicopters

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 2 - The UK Ministry of Defence on Monday announced it had awarded Italian aerospace and defence giant Leonardo a £1 billion contract for the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) program. The company will build and deliver 23 AW149 helicopters from its Yeovil facility, enhancing the capabilities of the country's armed forces, a statement from the ministry said. "Thousands of skilled jobs across the UK supply chain are being safeguarded and national expertise is being preserved for de...

Trump says he was disappointed with Starmer over Diego Garcia base access
Politicsindex-hrin-cyprus28m ago2 sources

Trump says he was disappointed with Starmer over Diego Garcia base access

US President Donald Trump said he was very disappointed with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over Britain’s initial refusal to allow the United States to use the Diego Garcia air base to carry out strikes on Iran, the Daily Telegraph reported. Trump made the comments in an interview with the newspaper, according to the report. […]

Iran operation will not be an 'endless war', says Hegseth
Politicstelexvghvg+3index-hrjutarnji-listrte-news33m ago6 sources

Iran operation will not be an 'endless war', says Hegseth

US ⁠Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that military operations against Iran ‌would ⁠not lead to an "endless war" and that the aim was ‌to destroy Tehran's missiles, ⁠navy ‌and other security…

Will Iran play in the Football World Cup?
SportYahoodanas36m ago2 sources

Will Iran play in the Football World Cup?

What the conflict between America and Iran means for the already complicated political situation surrounding the organization of the Football World Cup, which is supposed to start in three months.

Ambassador Trichilo visits Istria
WorldANSA1h ago

Ambassador Trichilo visits Istria

(ANSA) - ZAGABRIA, 02 MAR - The Italian Ambassador to Croatia, Paolo Trichilo, was on a mission to Pula, in the Istrian region, the only region in Croatia where Italian-Croatian bilingualism is in force and which is home to a large part of the country's indigenous Italian minority. During his visit, he met with the President of the Region, Boris Miletić, and Vice President Jessica Acquavita. The meeting provided an opportunity to review the state of bilateral cooperation, highlighting the sha...

Missing 12-year-old boy in Espoo, Finland
Worldhelsingin-sanomat1h ago

Missing 12-year-old boy in Espoo, Finland

Police are asking for observations regarding a missing 12-year-old boy in Espoo, Finland, who is likely moving around the capital region, possibly in shopping centers.

The Costs of the Attacks on Iran
WorldNYTwsj1h ago2 sources

The Costs of the Attacks on Iran

Rising oil prices, volatile stocks and potentially higher inflation are all weighing on investors’ minds as the military campaign continues.

Punjab CM approves province’s first cybercrime investigation unit
TechnologyDawn2h ago

Punjab CM approves province’s first cybercrime investigation unit

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday approved the establishment of the province’s first cybercrime investigation unit and made e-tagging mandatory for all vehicles, including motorcycles. According to an official press release, during a special meeting to crack down on digital terrorism and bring cyber networks under strict surveillance, the Punjab CM said the state’s surveillance across Punjab would be significantly intensified in the coming days. She also directed the establ...

Tennis: Darderi wins in Santiago after Cobolli's Acapulco triumph
SportANSA2h ago

Tennis: Darderi wins in Santiago after Cobolli's Acapulco triumph

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 2 - Italy's Luciano Darderi beat German Yannick Hanfmann 7-6 (6) 7-5 on Sunday to win the ATP 250 tournament in Santiago, Chile, on the same weekend that his compatriot Flavio Cobolli triumphed at the Acapulco ATP 500 with a victory over American Frances Tiafoe. Darderi's triumph means he is the player to have the most tour-level clay titles since the start of the 2024 season - five, one more than world number one Carlos Alcaraz. The rude health Italian tennis is enjoying w...

MotoGP: Aprilia's Bezzecchi wins season-opening Thailand Grand Prix
SportANSA2h ago

MotoGP: Aprilia's Bezzecchi wins season-opening Thailand Grand Prix

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 2 - Italy's Marco Bezzecchi won the season-opening Thailand MotoGP Grand Prix on Sunday on an Aprilia. Ducati's reigning world champion Marc Marquez had to retire with a wheel problem while his team-mate, twice world champion Francesco Bagnaia, also had a bad start to the season after a difficult campaign in 2025, finishing ninth. Bezzecchi is second in the riders' standings with 25 points, while KTM's Pedro Acosta, who came second on Sunday and won Saturday's sprint race, ...