Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz - Reuters

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz  Reuters

Macron Voices Europe’s Frustration With Trump as Fighting Rages and Missiles Fly

President Emmanuel Macron of France expressed disapproval about President Trump’s handling of the war against Iran on Thursday, chastising him for speaking cavalierly in a speech.

By Mark Landler, Erika Solomon and Thomas Fuller

Trump administration announces new tariffs on pharmaceuticals

White House also rolls back levies on some metals in an attempt to simplify duties

Iran warns of 'crushing' attacks on US after Trump threats

After Trump's warning to Tehran on Wednesday evening of more intense strikes, Iran's response was immediate, triggering Israeli air defenses against missile fire, in addition to targets including 'American steel industries in Abu Dhabi' and 'American aluminum industries in Bahrain,' the Iranian military's central command said on state TV.

Trump: Send Iran to the Stone Age

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Trump's belated case for war

More than 30 days into the US engagement in Iran, President Trump gave a national primetime address making the case for the war. He said the U.S. would complete all it's objective "very shortly."

By Mary Louise Kelly

Iran's tallest bridge collapses after reported US airstrikes, Iran threatens American allies in retaliation

Iran's biggest bridge near Tehran crashes down following reported U.S. airstrikes as Trump presses the regime to make a deal before escalation.

Oil shock triggers global price spikes as Iran war drags on

Fuel shocks from the US-Israel war on Iran are rippling worldwide, as Strait of Hormuz disruptions push prices higher.

Is Ukraine about to enter the war in the Middle East? | About That

As Iran strikes countries across the Persian Gulf, Ukraine is making defence agreements in the Middle East. Andrew Chang explains how Ukraine’s expertise in fighting Iranian-designed Shahed drones in its war with Russia could reshape the war in the Middle East and help regional allies rethink their defence strategies. Images provided by The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock and Getty Images

U.S. crude on Thursday did something it's never done before as Iran war continues

The market has had the perception that President Donald Trump will quickly end the war.

Zelenskyy offers partners assistance in restoring freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine may explore ways to strengthen partners experiencing problems with freedom of navigation due to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.

By STANISLAV POHORILOV

Fact-checking Trump's address on the war in Iran

In his 19-minute address to the nation from the White House on Wednesday, President Donald Trump defended his war in Iran, which is now entering his second month, presenting the operation as a success that he said was “nearing completion.” But the President also stretched the truth about certain victories on the battlefield, and misrepresented the state of the US economy.

By Vedika BAHL

Investors are growing concerned about Trump’s new ‘two-to-three-week’ timeline on Iran

What was initially billed as a “four to six week” conflict now sounds like it could last through late April

By Joy Wiltermuth

Marcon hits back at Trump as he dismisses military intervention over Strait of Hormuz closure

Macron has worked with allies to build a coalition to guarantee free passage through Hormuz once hostilities have stopped

By Michel Rose

Amazon tells sellers it's adding a 3.5% charge to offset rising fuel and logistics costs

Amazon is adding a 3.5% surcharge for some sellers to offset rising oil prices. picture alliance/dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Amazon is adding a 3.5% surcharge to some orders, it told sellers. The surcharge is meant to offset higher costs from "fuel and logistics," the e-commerce giant said. Oil prices have risen sharply since the US and Israel's war on Iran started in late February. Amazon is adding a new charge for some sellers to offset higher fuel prices. The e-commerce giant p...

Musicians’ Union Defends Bruce Springsteen Amid Trump Attacks

American Federation of Musicians leaders said they could “not remain silent as one of our most celebrated members is singled out and personally attacked by the President of the United States.”

By Katie Kilkenny

Musicians Union Stands With Bruce Springsteen in ‘Complete Solidarity’ Against Trump

"We can not remain silent as one of our most celebrated members is singled out and personally attacked by the President of the United States," union presidents say

By Kory Grow

Trump orders new pharma tariff, reshapes metal duties

US President Donald Trump has ordered new tariffs on certain medicines, alongside an overhaul of metal duties, doubling down on his trade agenda, a year after unleashing trade wars on virtually all partners.

Trump warns 'more to follow' after strike on major Iranian bridge

The US and Iran traded threats following Trump's address, as more than 40 countries came together to discuss the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil surges, stocks mixed as Trump dashes hopes of quick end of war

“Trump's address delivered little to nothing new on timelines for ending hostilities against Iran,” said Deutsche Bank’s Jim Reid, as oil prices surged following the US president’s warning of further strikes.

Gold sinks as Trump's Iran speech seen raising likelihood of higher interest rates

Eight people reported dead and 95 wounded after US strike on Iran's tallest bridge

‘The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again – Much more to follow!’ Trump posted to social media afterwards.

As the Iran war continues, what else might New Zealand face shortages of besides fuel?

Explainer - As the war in Iran enters its second month, New Zealand is feeling the pinch at the petrol pump. But what other everyday items could face possible shortages if the conflict escalates?

US expected to impose 100% tariffs on certain drugs: report - SWI swissinfo.ch

US expected to impose 100% tariffs on certain drugs: report  SWI swissinfo.ch

US, Israeli aircraft strike key bridge in northern Iran

Fars said sites in Karaj’s Azimieh area were hit, including the Middle East’s highest B1 Bridge

By Anadolu Agency

Houthis Confirm Coordination With Iran, Hezbollah In Several Attack Waves On Israel

Houthis Confirm Coordination With Iran, Hezbollah In Several Attack Waves On Israel Amid several waves of missile strikes out of Yemen onto Israel from Tuesday into Wednesday, the Iran-aligned Houthis have made it clear they are coordinating with both Tehran and Hezbollah. Yemeni Brigadier General Yahya Saree said the Houthis have carried out several missile launch operations on "sensitive targets" in "southern occupied Palestine". The statement underscored this was conducted "i...

By Tyler Durden

World scrambles to reopen Hormuz as Trump, Iran trade threats

International efforts to restart energy transits through the Strait of Hormuz intensified Thursday after U.S. President Trump warned of 'extremely hard' upcoming strikes on Iran, s...

Gulf states seek UN mandate for force to protect Hormuz

Iran has placed a stranglehold on the key shipping lane -- threatening fuel supplies and roiling the global economy -- in retaliation for US-Israeli strikes that triggered the month-old Middle East war. The post Gulf states seek UN mandate for force to protect Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah