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From the strait of Hormuz to Malacca, global trade relies almost entirely on these five narrow waterways

The conflict in Iran has disrupted energy and commodity markets. Iran has effectively closed the narrow strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit point, attacking more than a dozen ships over the past two weeks that have tried to sail through the waterway.

The Conversation

Explainer: Why Kharg Island is vital to Iran and the global economy

Strikes have already hit military infrastructure on a small Iranian island in the Persian Gulf — but if oil facilities are targeted next, the global economy could face a serious shock.

Euronews

Iran Broadcasts Epstein 'Victims' Message On Missiles Amid Wartime Media Control

A viral image claims Iran wrote a message for Epstein's victims on a missile. Here's what fact-checks reveal and how the controversy fits into wartime propaganda.

International Business Times UK

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Stocks Rally as Crude Oil and Bond Yields Fall

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.04%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.94%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.12%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +1.05%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart

Official Statement Adds Another Twist to Iran’s 2026 World Cup Participation

The attempts at more clarity from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have only led to further confusion.

Sports Illustrated

Trump Wants To Cover Up Bad News About the Iran War

And Middle Eastern dictatorships are helping him do it.

Reason

Is Mojtaba Khamenei Gay? Donald Trump's Reaction to 'Solid' Intel Is Going Viral

US officials reportedly briefed Donald Trump that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is 'probably gay', a claim intelligence agencies are said to treat as credible despite scant hard evidence.

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European countries reject Trump’s call for help to reopen strait of Hormuz

Leaders seek a diplomatic solution despite US president’s threat of ‘a very bad future’ for Nato unless it provides warships

The Guardian - UK

Iran War Leaves Helium Supply Chains Up in the Air

About 30 percent of the world's helium supply depends on the Strait of Hormuz. Its closure means higher prices for tech manufacturing and advanced medical care.

Reason

U.S. Intel Reveals Why Late Ayatollah Didn't Want His Son to Lead Iran

The late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei worried his son wasn't smart enough to lead Iran and might be gay, according to reports citing U.S. intelligence.

International Business Times

Iran’s new Supreme Leader ‘may be gay,’ intel told Donald Trump— how he reacted: Report

In an unexpected turn of events, US intelligence has reportedly informed President Trump about allegations regarding Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, suggesting he may identify as gay. These revelations have purportedly raised alarms for his late father's apprehensions about his potential as a leader.

The Times of India

Iranian women’s football team seen at Malaysian airport as they prepare to head home

The Iranian women’s football team departed Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Monday, heading to Oman after several team members withdrew their asylum applications in Australia.

Euronews

Senators unable to detect any Trump exit strategy from Iran war

President Trump called Iran a "paper tiger" but said he was not ready to declare victory as senators fret over his lack of an exit strategy.

Roll Call

Trump Asks 7 Countries to Send Warships in Strait of Hormuz—No Commitments Yet as Tensions Escalate

President Donald Trump calls on seven nations, including China and the UK, to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

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The Independent UK

Trump pick to replace Kristi Noem bought Chevron stock days before Trump’s Venezuela attack: report

The former MMA fighter reported buying shares in the only major U.S. gas company producing in Venezuela five days before Trump removed its leader, Nicolás Maduro

International Business Times UK

Iran War Rekindles Push for European Federalism as EU Faces Deepening Energy Crisis

As the Iran conflict intensifies, Europe grapples with energy vulnerabilities and the need for unity. Explore the debate on federalism and its implications for the EU.

The Independent UK

Trump snaps at reporter after being questioned on US troop deployment in Iran

Donald Trump snapped at a news reporter who questioned him on the potential deployment of US troops to Iran.

The Guardian - US

Trump draws backlash for comment on Iran war: ‘Maybe we shouldn’t even be there’

President made contradictory comment to reporters on Air Force One after pleading with allies to help US secure strait of Hormuz

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Euronews

Still no Mojtaba: Iran war enters third week amid leadership crisis as Norwuz looms

Iran’s war enters a third week as uncertainty over Mojtaba Khamenei's condition and whereabouts, rising tensions over possible unrest around Nowruz and Chaharshanbe Suri and oil market turmoil deepen the crisis.

International Business Times UK

UAE Warns Continued Iran Attacks on Gulf Nations Threaten Regional Security and Stability

The UAE is experiencing heightened tensions due to Iranian warnings and drone incidents, raising concerns about regional stability and security.

The Independent UK

Starmer insists UK will not be dragged into Trump’s wider war on Iran

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The Independent UK

Bargain giant Dollar Tree projects poor earnings as pressure builds on Americans’ budgets

As cost of living rises amid the Iran war, consumer spending may decline in 2026

The Times of India

Megyn Kelly vs Mark Levin: Inside MAGA feud amid Iran war and Trump's 300+ word Truth Social post

President Donald Trump's 300+ word Truth Social post defending Fox News' Mark Levin took the MAGA world by surprise as it laid bare the intense infighting the MAGA is going through over the Iran war. And President Trump, who has hundreds of demanding situations to attend, had to swoop in…

The Times of India

UK will not be drawn into ‘wider war’ in Middle East, says PM Keir Starmer; seeks allied plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will not join a wider Middle East war, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, despite collaborating with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized restoring shipping flows and global market stability, ruling out a NATO mission. Starmer stressed the need for a collective, viable plan,…

Barchart

Stocks Rebound as Crude Oil Prices Move Lower

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.23%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +1.06%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.30%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +1.15%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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