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Iran has proposed a 30-day plan to end its conflict with the United States and confirmed receiving Washington's response, prompting debate over whether the US should accept a "bad deal" or face an "impossible" war.
About a hundred students from the University of the Philippines Baguio walked out of classrooms to protest the killing of a fellow student and the US-Israeli war on Iran.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran and its actions in the Strait of Hormuz are leading to significant price increases for various consumer goods, including condoms, and contributing to a rise in global oil prices. The world's largest condom manufacturer, among others, has announced price hikes of up to 30%.
Hundreds of protesters demonstrated in Dublin, calling for the protection of Ireland's neutrality. They condemned the US-Israeli war on Iran and demanded a referendum on the Triple Lock mechanism.
Western Balkan leaders are taking diplomatic sides in the US-Israeli war on Iran, and the region faces escalating energy prices, with the economic impact likely to be more serious than potential security risks.
In the first weeks of the war, Pope Leo was initially reluctant to publicly condemn the violence and limited his comments to muted appeals for peace.
Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, identified by some reports as the South Pars facility. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed the strike, stating the complex accounts for approximately half of Iran's petrochemical production.
Reporting from Tehran early Friday, FRANCE 24’s Reza Sayah says there’s been a “disturbing trend” in recent days of US-Israeli strikes hitting non-military targets across Iran.
Israeli military strikes have intensified in Lebanon, hitting Beirut and southern areas, killing at least 8-10 people. The Lebanese army has redeployed in the south due to an Israeli ground offensive and incursions, as Israel aims to control swathes of the region.
Governments worldwide are implementing measures to tackle the energy crisis, which is linked to the economic effects of the US-Israeli war on Iran, causing sharp fuel price reactions. In response, Australia has announced new fuel powers to guarantee supply amidst surging prices and cancellations, stopping short of rationing.
An Edinburgh hostel has issued a warning about 'Iran war' scammers, as governments globally continue to tackle an energy crisis linked to the economic effects of the US-Israeli war on Iran, driving fuel price hikes.
An analysis suggests that ending the US-Israeli war on Iran would necessitate solid guarantees, with warnings that an early end could lead to a strengthened Iranian regime, a sentiment echoed by recent commentary that an early end would create an 'Iranian regime on steroids'.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has reiterated his criticism of the US and Israel's war against Iran, calling it a 'catastrophic mistake' that violates international law and an open rebuke of Donald Trump's foreign policy. This highlights a significant rift and differing perceptions between Europe and the USA regarding the conflict.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called the US-Israeli war on Iran a 'breach of international law.' Amid these developments, Iran has appointed Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, an ex-Revolutionary Guard commander, as the new secretary of its Supreme National Security Council.
Reports highlight the "alarming" civilian cost of the US-Israeli war on Iran, featuring personal stories of individuals like a pharmacist and a homesick lifestyle blogger.
President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.
Protests have erupted in London, with demonstrators expressing their opposition to the ongoing US-Israeli military actions against Iran.
Dubai’s property market is beginning to show early signs of weakening nearly three weeks into the US-Israeli war on Iran, with data from analysts showing tanking transaction volumes and some real…
From restaurant closures in the Philippines and petrol rationing in Sri Lanka, to Asian food production crises due to fertiliser shortages, the effects of the US-Israeli war on Iran reverberate…
Israel has launched a new wave of attacks on Iran, including fresh strikes on Tehran, as the US-Israel vs Iran conflict intensifies, impacting Gulf nations and global energy markets, with Netanyahu claiming victory.
South Korea finds itself boxed in as Tehran moves to turn the Strait of Hormuz into a bargaining chip amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, leaving Seoul caught between its dependence on Middle East oil…
An analysis explores China's position in the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, highlighting its long-standing financial support for Iran and its strategic interest in regional stability ahead of a potential Xi-Trump summit.
MOST members of the international community, particularly states in the greater Middle East, are gravely concerned about the direction the US-Israeli war on Iran is taking.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that several countries are prepared to assist efforts to restore shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, even as European nations have largely rejected his calls for a naval coalition and sought diplomatic solutions.
South Asia reels from global energy crisis sparked by the US-Israeli war on Iran
The US-Israeli attacks on Iran have profound implications for the global governance order.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route, is effectively blocked due to the escalating US-Israeli war on Iran, halting tankers traffic and forcing oil producers to cut the oil output.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre cautioned Europe against imposing a cap on natural gas prices, which have surged by 60% following the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Are there enough interceptor missiles to defeat Iran’s response to the US and Israel's attacks?
Regional states are confronting uncomfortable truths regarding collective security and the efficacy of an American defensive shield amidst the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran.
US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
Conservative leader accused of taking confusing position after she said Starmer should ‘do more than catch arrows’ Kemi Badenoch has denied calling for the UK to join Donald Trump’s war on Iran, after previously saying Keir Starmer should do more to “stop the people who are attacking us”. Labour accused Badenoch of having a confused position after the Conservative leader said she was not urging the government to join the US and Israel strikes on Iran but that the UK should “do more than catch...
Suffering in Gaza and occupied West Bank remains acute as the world focuses on the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Ramped-up attacks on Iraqi-based separatists Trump plans to use as ground troops in Iran Tehran Times
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Airlines are using long-readied contingency plans but bottlenecks have formed that no amount of planning can fix Middle East crisis – live updates A war engulfing the Middle East has cleared the…
The US-Israeli war against Iran could drive a drop of between 11% and 27% in international visitors to the Middle East this year, wiping out as much as $56 billion in tourism revenue, according to…
A protracted conflict in the Middle East could help Russia's war effort in Ukraine.
About 76,000 nationals thought to be in the region as tensions rise after US-Israeli attacks on Iranian regime US-Israeli war on Iran: latest updates The Foreign Office is drawing up plans to…
Piracy off Somalia has seen a surge, with over a dozen sailors, primarily from Pakistan, being held, as naval forces are reportedly diverted due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
The United Nations has issued a warning that a potential US-Israeli war on Iran could push more than 30 million people back into poverty. This stark projection highlights the severe humanitarian and economic consequences of such a conflict.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that a potential US-Israeli war on Iran could trigger the biggest energy crisis in history.
Hong Kong aims to become a global gold vault, with the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran potentially creating an opportunity by fueling demand for safe-haven assets.
Congressman Ro Khanna plans to introduce legislation to stop US gas exports, aiming to lower domestic prices amidst rising costs attributed to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
An associate of JD Vance said he has been careful in his interactions with Donald Trump because of his earlier opposition to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that Iran's agreement to grant safe passage for Philippine-bound energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz is a government 'risk management' strategy to secure the country's oil supply.
The ongoing Iran war is impacting global financial policy and fundamentally changing Israeli politics, economy, and society, with accusations of war crimes against the US and Israel, while Iran reportedly beefs up its defenses and recruits children in preparation for a ground war.
At least 46 rescue workers and five medical personnel have been killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon since the beginning of the conflict, according to the Lebanese Minister of Health.
An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring several US service members, two seriously, and damaging US aircraft. Marco Rubio claims the war is expected to end in weeks, adding to new reports confirming the extent of damage and casualties.
Donald Trump has extended the deadline for pausing strikes on Iran's energy sites until April 6, stating that talks were going 'very well,' leading to a slight decline in global oil prices in early Asian trading.
An analysis suggests that ending the US-Israeli war on Iran would necessitate solid guarantees, with warnings that an early end could lead to a strengthened Iranian regime, a sentiment echoed by recent commentary and military strategists.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called the US-Israeli war on Iran a 'breach of international law,' a disastrous mistake, and an avoidable, unnecessary conflict. This statement was highlighted in a liveblog covering developments in the Iran war, which also noted warnings of fuel shortages and Iran appointing a new Security Council chief.
The Spanish government has intensified its criticism of the US-Israeli war on Iran, stating it will not be complicit, as reports suggest former President Trump is considering withdrawing US troops from Spanish bases.
The toll on civilians is mounting fast as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues.
While Trump and Netanyahu suggest the US-Israeli war on Iran will end 'very soon,' the Israeli army now expects 'weeks more fighting,' indicating a prolonged conflict despite Tehran's ability to launch retaliation strikes after three weeks of bombardment.
As the US-Israeli war on Iran comes to the end of its fourth week an end to the conflict looks uncertain, with Donald Trump suggesting he is considering ‘winding down’ operations even as the US send…
A black market for internet access has emerged in Iran following a three-week wartime blackout imposed by Iranian authorities since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, severely restricting online access.
On the twenty-first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran, a sombre Nowruz and Eidul Fitr eve set the domestic mood in Iran, as fresh military developments and a shifting coalition posture pointed to an…
Israel has confirmed and launched fresh waves of attacks on Iranian gas fields and infrastructure, with blasts heard over Jerusalem, despite President Trump's reported advice against repeating such strikes, further escalating the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Senior Iranian figures have been targeted and killed since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Cambodia is importing more fuel from suppliers in Singapore and Malaysia to make up for supply shortfalls from Vietnam and China, its energy minister said on Wednesday, as the US-Israeli war on Iran…
The US-Israeli war on Iran has threatened Gulf ports and disrupted global trade through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which roughly a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas normally passes, with reports detailing the number of ships attacked.
“I do the wrong and first begin to brawl. The secret mischiefs that I set abroach I lay unto the grievous charge of others… And thus I clothe my naked villainy With odd old ends stol’n forth of…
Actors and filmmakers used the platform of the Oscars 2026 in Los Angeles to speak out against the US-Israeli war on Iran and the conflict in Gaza, calling for an end to the violence.
Dubai has been hit by a series of drones since the US-Israeli war on Iran began - now international
US forces are loading bunker-busting bombs onto planes at RAF Fairford, highlighting the UK's increasing involvement in the US-Israeli war on Iran.
The ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran poses a significant threat to global energy supplies, prompting Asian nations to prepare for potential disruptions.
Iran has begun mining the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping chokepoint, with US naval forces actively destroying the mines. President Trump demanded Iran immediately remove all mines, warning of severe consequences. Reports estimate Iran possesses 5,000-6,000 sea mines, posing a major threat to global shipping.
Some supporters of the US-Israeli war on Iran are using the treatment of women in the country as a justification.
The CEO of IRNA has urged Asian news agencies to accurately report on what is described as the US-Israeli war against Iran, emphasizing the need for truthful coverage.
A surge in energy prices since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran piles further pressure on the retail sector in Europe, already struggling with weak consumer demand and diminished spending…
The US-Israeli war on Iran is illegal and goes against the interests of the American people.
The US-Israeli war on Iran is exposing deep divisions among Iranians in the diaspora and in Iran.
As the US-Israeli war on Iran spirals, US Senate Republicans rejected a war powers measure demanding congressional approval before further attacks.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Wednesday that Germany will not participate in the U.S. and Israeli military campaign against Iran, emphasizing that the crisis require...
The players' actions came as Israel continued its war against Iran in the form of Operation Roaring Lion. As the war progressed, Israel successfully eliminated many of the country's leaders.
China calls it unacceptable to ‘kill leader of sovereign state’, while South Africa questions ‘pre-emptive’ justification Middle East crisis – live updates The US-Israeli war on Iran has been condemned as illegal across much of the global south, with China saying it was unacceptable to “blatantly kill the leader of a sovereign state”. Many countries objected that negotiations between the US and Iran over its nuclear programme and missile capability were not given a chance to succeed before ...
The US-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory strikes are raising concerns about significant economic and military repercussions for Europe and the wider Western world. Analysts are discussing the potential impact on oil prices and the broader stability of the region, with warnings about the serious risks involved.
A prolonged conflict is bound to disrupt the model of regional stability and economic prosperity the Gulf has pursued.
A new report suggests that a potential US-Israeli conflict with Iran could severely disrupt the global supply of circuit boards, leading to increased technology costs.
Massive oil spills, reportedly resulting from the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, have become so extensive that they are now visible from space.
Kamala Harris stated that a US-Israeli war on Iran would be a "feeble attempt" to distract from the Epstein files.
Though high-level officials in Washington have accused China of undermining global energy security by “hoarding” oil during the US-Israeli war on Iran, import and inventory data suggest Beijing is…
A new report suggests that a hypothetical US-Israeli conflict with Iran could lead to the largest increase in energy prices in 25 years.
Kryeministri Edi Rama, i pyetur për turizmin këtë vit dhe pasojat e luftës në Lindjen e Mesme, u shpreh nga Durrësi ku zhvilloi takim me strukturat e PS në këtë qark se, vendet që po e pësojnë nga…
Demonstrations were held in Baghdad, called by Shiite cleric Muqtada al Sadr, to condemn a potential war against Iran, with millions of his followers supporting the movement across Iraq.
Donald Trump’s remarks mocking French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte continue to draw widespread condemnation, with Macron himself calling the comments 'neither elegant nor up to standard'.
One month into the US-Israeli war against Iran, the conflict continues to expand and intensify, with reports indicating over 4,500 fatalities and President Trump's regime-change aspirations remaining unfulfilled. Key developments and challenges facing the conflict are being assessed as it hits the one-month mark.
President Trump has taken executive action to ensure TSA workers receive their salaries, announcing a plan to pay them despite ongoing congressional funding stalls and the partial government shutdown.
The Middle East conflict continues to drive global economic concerns, with Europe bracing for a supply crunch and price shock, Euro zone consumers turning gloomier, and developing Asia and Pacific facing potential inflation hikes. European shares and global stocks and bonds have slid as the crisis pushes oil prices above $105, exacerbating a war-fuelled energy crisis felt across various sectors and regions.
US President Donald Trump has confirmed 'very good' talks to end combat with Iran, leading to a delay in US strikes and a rise in markets, though Iran denies these discussions, outlines 'red lines' for peace, and continues its strikes, even firing rockets at Israel and mocking Trump.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has admitted that the US-Israeli war on Iran has been a "failure."
Overseas galleries exhibiting at Art Central in Hong Kong are considering keeping their artworks in the city for months after the fair, citing rising shipping prices caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Residents in northern India are expressing growing concern over the rising costs of essential resources like food, water, and fuel, attributing the strain to the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran.
Thousands of people in Spain have protested against what they describe as a US-Israeli war of aggression on Iran.
Hong Kong authorities will begin issuing weekly updates on international and local fuel price changes from April 1, responding to concerns about businesses prematurely raising prices due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
President Donald Trump has reiterated his stance against a ceasefire in the US-Israeli war on Iran, stating he is not interested in one and that the Strait of Hormuz will "open itself" eventually.
China's imports of discounted Russian crude oil significantly increased in January and February 2026. Analysts predict that these volumes may moderate in the coming months as the ongoing war in Iran intensifies global competition for Russian oil supplies.
Just when the US-Israeli war on Iran looked like it couldn’t get any more awkward, even Donald Trump has been left dismayed by Benjamin Netanyahu’s targeting of Iranian gas fields. Why?
Four Palestinian women were killed and several others injured when missile debris, reportedly from an Iranian attack, struck a beauty salon in Beit Awwa in the southern West Bank, marking the first Palestinian deaths in the Middle East war, leading to widespread mourning among Palestinians.
The United States is reportedly turning to tankers linked to Iran to help move oil, an effort by the Donald Trump administration to address rising oil prices amidst the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran.
The redeployment of US military assets from the Asia-Pacific to the Middle East has split security analysts, with some arguing that any strategic damage is largely “psychological” while others warn of a real and measurable gap opening in the region’s defences. More than 2,000 marines and at least one amphibious assault ship have begun moving from Japan towards the Gulf as the US-Israeli war on Iran grinds on. The assault ship USS Tripoli, docked at Sasebo in Nagasaki prefecture, is expected t...
Gulf states navigate US-Israeli war on Iran The Jakarta Post
Former presidents Ivo Josipović and Boris Tadić criticized the US-Israeli war against Iran at a forum in Baku, warning of a deepening global crisis and the danger of a third world war.
Indian source says Iran to allow India-flagged tankers to pass through Strait of Hormuz Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Representatives of 36 Turkish Cypriot trade unions, parties and organisations rallied outside a US embassy office in occupied Nicosia yesterday afternoon, calling for an end to the US-Israeli war on Iran and the demilitarisation of Cyprus. The demonstration, led by the teachers’ union KTOEOS, was held under the slogans “Solution, peace, right now” and “End […]
Iranian Kurdish opposition groups, with 4,000 to 5,000 fighters based in Iraqi Kurdistan, are prepared to challenge Tehran and have high hopes for the US-Israeli operation in Iran, but are holding back as the war unfolds.
Airfares are rising and travel disruption spreading as the ripple effects of the US-Israeli war on Iran widen.
Logistics companies in China are facing significant challenges due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, experiencing volatile crude prices and disrupted transport routes that are impacting global supply chains and stranding e-commerce cargo.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP -HPG) ordered its patrol officers to save on fuel amid looming price hikes triggered by escalating tensions in the…
NYT refutes Trump's claim as US missile footprints found in Iran school strike PressTV
US-Israeli war on Iran exposes an empire that no longer bothers to hide
As the world’s largest oil and gas importer, China undoubtedly faces a significant disruption, what with the US-Israeli war on Iran and its cascading impact across the Gulf. But it could have been…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has warned of a looming global economic catastrophe following a weekend of unprecedented military escalations in the Middle East.
Iraq suffered a complete collapse of its national electricity grid on Wednesday as the fifth day of the US-Israeli war on Iran sent fresh shockwaves through the region, with Tehran threatening to…
Locals tell BBC Persian they are worried about the availability of groceries and price increases as strikes continue to hit the capital.
More than 400 Hongkongers have reported being stranded in the Middle East after major airspace closures triggered by the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted dozens of flights between the city and the…
Oil prices rose by the most in four years amid the US-Israeli war on Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane for global crude supplies. Brent crude, the global benchmark, surged as much as 14 per cent to more than US$82 per barrel, the highest since January 2025, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Shipowners and traders are largely avoiding the Strait of Hormuz that links the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean, which usually handles about 20 per cent of...
Iran has threatened to shut down the Strait of Hormuz if the US and Israel launch a war against it. Given a quarter of seaborne oil and a fifth of global LNG shipments pass through this critical marit