The impact Iran war could have on Ryanair flight prices this summer IN FULL The Independent UK · May 18
Marjorie Taylor Greene warns of ‘revolution in America’ if Trump sends troops into Iran Former Trump ally has been a hardline opponent of the U.S. war with Iran, questioning the president’s ‘mental state’ days after the opening salvos The Independent UK · May 18
Oil prices rise and bonds wobble as Iran war stokes inflation fears Trump warning over peace talks drives up crude price as UK gilts hit by uncertainty over Starmer leadership The Guardian - UK · May 18
Trump’s cryptic Gulf map with red arrows at Iran sparks fresh war fears US President Trump has ignited controversy by tweeting a provocative map aimed at Iran, declaring that 'the clock is ticking' in reference to potential military engagement. This revelation comes on the heels of his discussions with Israeli PM Netanyahu, signaling escalating tensions. The Times of India · May 18
UAE restores power to Barakah nuclear plant after drone strike, says IAEA – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · May 18
Ryanair sees fares and costs under pressure due to Iran war The Irish carrier now expects air fares in the key summer months to remain largely flat. Evening Standard · May 18
Ryanair issues air fare warning due to soaring fuel costs sparked by Iran war Ryanair has adjusted its summer fare projections while revealing it has secured pricing for 80% of its jet fuel needs The Independent UK · May 18
President Trump on being America's CEO-in-chief, making 'deals that no normal person would make' In a wide-ranging interview, Trump explains how the Iran war could delay his interest-rate plans, why he regrets asking for only 10% of Intel, and what will happen to America’s dealmaking empire when his term is over. Fortune · May 18
Trump warns Iran that ‘TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE’ for peace deal President Donald Trump has warned Iran in a Truth Social post that “TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE” for the country’s leaders to reach a peace agreement and it will face a “very bad time” if a deal is not signed. The warning follows a drone strike that sparked a fire… The Independent UK · May 18
Hindustan Zinc shares crack 7% in two sessions. What’s behind the sharp slide? Hindustan Zinc shares fell as silver prices crashed sharply on Multi Commodity Exchange of India. MCX silver plunged over Rs 5,000 per kg in a day and has corrected nearly 13% from recent highs following the government’s import duty hike, amid rising Iran war tensions and fading hopes of a… The Economic Times · May 18
G7 ministers meet in Paris to seek common ground on China and Middle East war Finance ministers and central bankers from the G7 nations gather on Monday in Paris where they will try and settle differences on everything from the stalemate in Iran, securing supply chains for critical minerals and the oil-price shock. As host, France will try and keep the plates spinning. Radio France Internationale · May 18
While Detroit blinked on EVs, the Iran war has handed Chinese automakers the opportunity of a lifetime “As tragic as it is—war is tragic for anyone involved—it is probably one of the best things that could have happened to the Chinese EV makers,” said one expert. Fortune · May 18
A new start after 60: I dedicated myself 100% to saving soil – and a life of wild adventure began When Sousan Samadani saw a video about soil degradation, she suddenly knew she would commit everything she had to the cause. Soon she was travelling thousands of miles to raise awareness, skydiving, hitchhiking and cycling The Guardian - UK · May 18
Iran war saddles global companies with $25 billion bill and counting Global companies face significant financial strain due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Businesses are grappling with escalating oil prices and disrupted supply chains. This conflict has already cost businesses billions, with more impacts expected. Airlines and automakers are among those warning of profit reductions. The situation is affecting industries… The Economic Times · May 18
Euronews · May 18 Oil prices climb as Donald Trump signals tougher action on Iran Oil prices climbed on Monday and European markets opened lower as US President Donald Trump sent a new warning to Iran via social media.
The Independent UK · May 18 Trump’s ‘clock is ticking’ Iran warning sends oil prices soaring and global markets tumbling Asian stocks are mostly lower and oil prices have jumped after U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran that the “clock is ticking” as talks over a permanent end to the war stall
The Independent UK · May 18 Spirit Airlines collapse sparks fears for future of cheap flights and budget carriers Spirit’s demise is not the only challenge travelers face a week before the launch of summer travel
The Economic Times · May 18 Why is market falling today? Sensex falls 600 points, Nifty below 23,500; 5 key factors behind bloodbath Stock Market Crash: Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday. Both Sensex and Nifty saw substantial drops exceeding one percent. This decline was driven by soaring global bond yields and a record low for the Indian rupee. The market capitalization of BSE-listed companies also saw a considerable reduction.…
The Economic Times · May 18 Silver tanks Rs 5,600/kg, gold slips Rs 1,000/10g after drone strike on UAE nuclear plant amid Iran war fears. Time to sell? Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on Monday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices higher and fueled inflation concerns. This surge in oil prices strengthened expectations that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, impacting bullion markets. Investors are closely watching for further clues on…
The Economic Times · May 18 Bitcoin hits two-week low at $76,711 as liquidations top half a billion Bitcoin experienced its lowest point in over two weeks, dropping to $76,711 as global macro risks from the US-Iran conflict prompted traders to reduce positions. This downturn saw significant liquidations of bullish bets across cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin's price falling below a key support level.
The Times of India · May 18 UAE fumes after Iranian attack near nuclear plant, warns of retaliation: 'Won't tolerate threat to security' The UAE strongly condemned a drone strike on its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, calling it a dangerous escalation and a threat to regional stability. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones from Iraq. Amidst rising tensions, US President Trump warned Iran to act swiftly, while Tehran threatened retaliation against perceived US-Israeli aggression.
The Economic Times · May 18 Rupee hits record low of 96.18 vs USD as rising yields add to oil shock The Indian rupee hit a new all-time low against the dollar on Monday, plummeting to 96.18. Soaring global bond yields, fueled by elevated energy prices from the Iran war, have weakened investor confidence. This marks the rupee's fifth consecutive session of record lows, making it Asia's worst-performing currency this year.
The Economic Times · May 18 Iran fires a fresh threat: After oil, your Insta reels, Amazon deliveries, WhatsApp chats and Netflix streams could be the next target From Whatsapp chats, Insta reels to Amazon deliveries, everything could be hit as Iran is considering imposing fees on undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could impact global technology companies and disrupt international internet traffic. The proposal also suggests restricting cable repair work to Iranian…
Euronews · May 18 Iran has responded to latest US peace proposal, foreign ministry official says On Sunday, Iran's Fars news agency said Washington had presented a five-point list, which included a demand for Iran to keep only one nuclear site in operation and transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to the US.
The Independent UK · May 18 Iran-US war latest: Trump calls off fresh strikes as Gulf allies say peace deal is close Trump warned if a deal is not reached the US military is ‘ prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran’