Fed's Williams says monetary policy well positioned for unusual circumstances - Reuters

Fed's Williams says monetary policy well positioned for unusual circumstances  Reuters

Housing market to soften amid Iran war fallout, Nationwide says

The lender says the market regained momentum in March, but rising mortgage and energy costs could hit consumer confidence.

The Trump Effect at the Pump as Gas Hits $4 a Gallon

The average price of gasoline in the U.S. has topped $4 a gallon, a multiyear high, as war in the Middle East roils the oil market and slams drivers.

By Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced, Niko Gallogly and Brian O’Keefe

Trump renews Iran threats as US oil prices continue to rise

Also in today’s newsletter, Pete Hegseth’s broker attempted to make big defence investment before Iran attack

Macron visits Japan and South Korea, both worried about war in Iran

The French president traveled to Japan and South Korea, two nations deeply affected by the Middle East crisis and questioning the future of their relationship with the United States, which has until now been the guarantor of their security.

Gas hits $4 a gallon for the first time in nearly four years

The average price of gas at U.S. pumps spiked to $4 a gallon for the first time since summer 2022 as the war in Iran sends oil costs surging and roils markets.

By Rachel Lerman, Luis Melgar

UK house prices rose sharply in March but Iran war expected to cause slowdown

Price of typical UK home increased by 0.9% in March, but surging mortgage rates amid conflict in Middle East is expected to put break on activity Business live – latest updates UK house prices increased at the fastest rate in almost 18 months in March, although surging mortgage rates amid the Iran war is likely to lead to a slowdown in the market, according to Nationwide. The UK’s biggest building society said the price of a typical UK home increased by 0.9% month-on-month in March, the lar...

By Mark Sweney

DHS resumes asylum decisions. And, Iran's strike injures over 12 U.S. personnel

The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its ban on reviewing asylum applications. And, NPR has confirmed that an Iranian strike injured over a dozen U.S. personnel.

By Brittney Melton

US defence secretary says next few days in Iran war will be ‘decisive’

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned the coming days of the war with Iran will be ‘decisive.'

Russia allegedly sharing satellite intelligence on US bases with Iran, world leader claims

Zelenskyy warns Russian satellites photographed U.S. military bases across the Middle East in Iran's interests, signaling possible strike preparations.

U.S. gasoline hits $4 per gallon, highest since 2022, as Iran war drives up fuel prices

Families are feeling the financial impact from the U.S. war with Iran as gasoline prices surge.

Iran war: EU calls Tehran to discuss Strait of Hormuz

European Council President Antonio Costa has urged Tehran to engage diplomatically on the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump told NATO allies to “go get your own oil” amid shortages. DW has more.

Japan seeks French backing as Macron begins Asia trip in Iran war’s shadow

Emmanuel Macron touches down in Tokyo this week with a packed agenda and a receptive audience in a Japanese government anxious about a choked oil route and looking for support amid its diplomatic falling-out with Beijing. The French president’s three-day visit, which begins Tuesday before he heads to South Korea later in the week, comes as Japan looks to Europe for solidarity amid a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz that has sent oil prices soaring. The backdrop to Macron’s meetings with Japanes...

By Maria Siow

With Iran, US 'trying to put the best face on a mission they did not anticipate'

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said on March 31 that talks on ending the Iran war are making progress - despite the conflict giving no sign of stopping, and US troops building up in the region. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert looks at the takeaways from the press conference, which seemed to be yet another attempt at 'trying to put the best face on a mission' that lacked preparation.

By FRANCE24

Hegseth’s broker accused of seeking to invest millions in defense contractors before Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused of attempting to profit from Operation Epic Fury as Pentagon insists claim ‘false and fabricated’

By Joe Sommerlad

Americans are now paying $4 a gallon for gas

The average price of a gallon of regular gas spikes past $4, according to AAA. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images The national average price for a gallon of regular gas spiked past $4, according to AAA. Gas prices have surged amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, sending oil markets higher. Rising gas prices could fuel another round of inflation, an economist warns Business Insider. Fueling up just got even more expensive. On March 31, the national average price for a gallon of regular gas...

Wall Street Downgrades Procter & Gamble Amid Iran War Cost Pressures and More

THAAD vs ballistic missiles: Inside the high-stakes US–Iran defence battle in the Middle East

By TOI WORLD DESK

'Point is to be unpredictable': Pete Hegseth on deploying US troops as Iran war escalates

However, the war secretary added that the US remains committed to ending the conflict on “our and Trump's terms.”

Hegseth says next few days in Iran war will be decisive - The Straits Times

Hegseth says next few days in Iran war will be decisive  The Straits Times

"Come Close, We're Waiting": Iran As US Expands Mideast Military Footprint

The 59-second video shows a fast-cut montage of Iranian special forces set to dramatic music with the message, "Come close, we are waiting for you."

What the Mideast war means for China’s ties with Iran

The repercussions of the over month-long war in the Middle East have reached China, with petrol and plastic prices up and its diplomats pushing for peace. Here’s what the world’s second-largest economy is weighing up in its relationship with Iran and the Middle East: How close are China and Iran’s economies? While China and Iran are sometimes considered part of a broader anti-Western group — alongside Russia and North Korea — their relationship is transactional. “China is interested in Iran p...

By none@none.com (AFP)

What the Middle East war means for China’s ties with Iran

China and Iran's relationship is transactional despite them sometimes being considered as part of a broader anti-Western group — alongside Russia and North Korea.

Odds still favor U.S. ground forces entering Iran before the end of April

The gate of tears poses another headache for the global economy - The Observer

The gate of tears poses another headache for the global economy  The Observer

Visa relief implemented for foreign nationals affected by Mideast crisis

The Department of Justice has implemented visa relief for foreign nationals affected by tensions in the Middle East caused by the United States-Iran war.

By Ian Laqui

What the Mideast war means for China’s ties with Iran - Arab News

What the Mideast war means for China’s ties with Iran  Arab News

Iran war could result in significant economic loss for the Middle East: UNDP

Report says economic disruptions may result in up to $194 billion in losses

By Web Desk

U.S. Gasoline Prices Hit Politically Sensitive $4 Level As Trump Eyes Iran War Off-Ramp

U.S. Gasoline Prices Hit Politically Sensitive $4 Level As Trump Eyes Iran War Off-Ramp The overnight Wall Street Journal report that President Trump told aides he is willing to wind down the U.S. military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted (and appeared to confirm this narrative in a social media post this morning) comes just as the national average gasoline price hit the politically sensitive $4-a-gallon threshold, underscoring the delicate ba...

By Tyler Durden

Average US pump prices hit highest since 2022 amid Iran war

Average retail price of gasoline in the U.S. surpassed $4 a gallon for the first time in more than three ⁠years on Monday, data from price tracking services ⁠GasBuddy showed, as th...

Trump open to ending war with Iran even if Hormuz remains closed - Dhaka Tribune

Trump open to ending war with Iran even if Hormuz remains closed  Dhaka Tribune

Next days in Iran war will be ‘decisive’ – US Defence Secretary

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that the next days of the Iran war will be "decisive" while refusing to rule out US ground forces playing a role in the conflict. The post Next days in Iran war will be ‘decisive’ – US Defence Secretary appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

Iran says any US attack including limited strikes would be 'act of aggression' - Naharnet

Iran says any US attack including limited strikes would be 'act of aggression'  Naharnet