The Latest Breaking News from Iran

German chancellor says the U.S. 'is being humiliated by the Iranian leadership' as allies go public with discontent

Thailand’s foreign minister told The Washington Post the country is looking to Russia and China as the country grapples with an energy shock from the Iran war.

Fortune · Apr 28

Hezbollah drone strikes target Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon

Ceasefire frays further as Israel also carries out airstrikes and issues new displacement orders for south Lebanon

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

OPEC Suffers Stunning Blow as UAE Abandons Oil Cartel Following Strategic Pivot Toward Independent Production

The United Arab Emirates' exit from OPEC sparks claims of 'the beginning of the end' for the group, unfolding amid Iran War–driven turmoil and uncertainty in the global oil industry.

International Business Times UK · Apr 28

Ryanair CEO Says European Airlines Will Fail If Jet Fuel Prices Remain Sky-High This Summer

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary said European airlines will fail if the price of jet fuel remains at current levels.

International Business Times · Apr 28

Crude Prices Strengthen as Global Oil Supplies Tighten with Strait of Hormuz Closed

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is up +3.13 (+3.25%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is up +0.0241 (+0.72%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply higher for a second day today, with crude oil posting a 2-week high, and gasoline posting a 3.75-year high. Crude prices continue...

Barchart · Apr 28

Qatar warns Iran it will not be used as 'political punching bag'

Qatar warned Iran on Tuesday it will not be used as a “political punching bag,” calling for a "comprehensive deal" that would secure the Gulf. In response to Euronews, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said "we applaud our partners in Europe for taking the lead" in the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Euronews · Apr 28

Queen Elizabeth’s former protection officer says US royal visit should have been cancelled

Queen Elizabeth II’s former protection officer has questioned whether King Charles's US state visit should have gone ahead in light of the Iran-US war.

The Independent UK · Apr 28

Low-Fare Airlines Seek Federal Bailout As Iran War Spikes Jet Fuel Prices: Report

Low-fare airlines are being hit hard by jet fuel prices driven higher by the Iran war. They are now seeking a government bailout.

International Business Times · Apr 28

US vs Iran nuclear standoff enters cold war phase - is a bigger war coming?

The Iran conflict has entered a Cold War-like phase with financial sanctions and naval interdictions, leading to a tense stalemate. Higher energy prices are expected to persist, while the risk of escalation remains. President Trump is reportedly weighing new strikes against intensifying sanctions, aiming to force Iran into nuclear program…

The Times of India · Apr 28

Iran’s in ‘state of collapse’ and wants US to open Strait of Hormuz asap, Trump says

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The Independent UK · Apr 28