The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Karoline Leavitt’s wildest moments from ‘Your mom’ to the ‘Gulf of America’ as White House press secretary quits

Leavitt has had a combative relationship the press during her tenure but is stepping down to spend time with her family

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Iran-backed Houthi rebels clash with Yemeni government forces and other Mideast developments

Clashes between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and government forces in Yemen raged overnight

The Independent UK · Aug 13

South Korean airport becomes busiest in world for global traffic amid Iran war

Incheon airport had 38.39m international passengers in first half of 2026, as traffic diverted from Middle East hubs

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13

World Cup and hot weather help UK economy weather Iran shocks

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The Independent UK · Aug 13

Analyst Says US Gas Prices Hit ‘Highest Ever Level’ This Late in Year: ‘Never Been Above…’

U.S. gasoline prices have crossed a threshold never seen this late in the year, according to GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan, as tensions with Iran continue to roil energy markets.

Benzinga · Aug 13

Britain’s scorched fields mean a food crisis – and the government is ignoring the one measure that would help

This summer’s extreme weather and wars in Iran and Ukraine have made our need for food stockpiles more pressing than ever, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13

UK economy grew by 0.4% in second quarter as Iran war prompts slowdown

The UK economy grew by 0.4 per cent in the second quarter of the year, down from 0.6 per cent in the first quarter

The Independent UK · Aug 13

UK economy unexpectedly grows by 0.3% in June, ONS says

Britain's economy saw unexpected growth in June, with gross domestic product rising. The economy expanded by 0.4% during the second quarter, exceeding forecasts. Keir Starmer resigned as prime minister amid political uncertainty during this period. New Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to lower business costs and address household expenses. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

UK economic growth slows down as Iran war pushes up energy prices

GDP expanded by 0.4% in three months to June, but analysts warn growth is ‘likely to fade’

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13

RBI turns upbeat as worst of Iran war shock recedes

India’s economy is showing resilience five months after the Iran war sparked fears of inflation and a downturn. Inflation remains within the RBI’s tolerance band, while vehicle sales, credit growth and GST receipts point to firm demand. Strong corporate balance sheets and festive-season spending are further bolstering optimism despite renewed…

The Economic Times · Aug 13