'Tales of two insolvencies': small business failures up Credit-demand figures indicate business conditions have been headed south since before the US-Israeli war on Iran rocked global energy markets. AAP · Mar 22
Bessent promises Americans won’t face tax hikes to fund Trump’s war in Iran: ‘We have plenty’ Treasury secretary won’t say where Congress will find $200 billion for Iran war but says government has money to spare The Independent UK · Mar 22
Iran war not to end soon? Treasury's Bessent says US has 'plenty of money to fund this war' US treasury secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the United States has "plenty of money to fund" its war against Iran, asserting that President Donald Trump is keeping "all options on the table" amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Times of India · Mar 22
Iran war timeline: civilians bear brunt of US and Israel’s weeks-long campaign Since US-Israeli bombs started falling on Iran, about 1,500 people have been killed, homes destroyed and ancient sites damaged The Guardian - UK · Mar 22
British-Iranians in UK report safety concerns to authorities amid Iran war Accusations of intimidation and harassment within UK diaspora including ‘aggressive’ and ‘coercive’ videos online The Guardian - UK · Mar 22
Why an Indian tanker threading the Strait of Hormuz is being read as the end of the U.S. global economic dominance The world is moving forward. We Got This Covered · Mar 22
‘Who knows surprise better than Japan?’ Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark sparks unease in Tokyo during Iran war statement President Trump's Pearl Harbor remark to justify his Iran attack sparked outrage in Japan. Critics called his comments ignorant and disrespectful, questioning Japan's equal partnership status. While Prime Minister Takaichi remained silent, many felt she should have protested the historical insensitivity and the war itself, highlighting ongoing debates about Japan's… The Times of India · Mar 22
Natural gas prices in Texas plunge deep into negative territory and producers are burning it off, while the rest of the world braces for shortages Over the past week, spot prices at the Waha gas trading hub in the Permian Basin fell as low as -$9.75 per million British thermal units. Fortune · Mar 22
Netanyahu hopes destroying Iranian ‘axis of evil’ will rehabilitate his image With a 7 October inquiry looming, the Israeli PM’s political career, legacy and personal freedom may all be on the line The Guardian - UK · Mar 22
Iran War, Oil Volatility and Other Key Things to Watch This Week Markets enter an important week dominated by extraordinary uncertainty around the Iran war trajectory following President Trump's late Friday Truth Social post suggesting he is considering "winding down" military operations. Barchart · Mar 22
Trump Ultimatum to Iran Draws Criticism as Experts Warn Strikes on Power Plants May Breach International Law Explore the escalating tensions between the US and Iran as President Trump issues a 48-hour ultimatum threatening to target Iran's power plants. Discover the potential legal implications and international reactions to this high-stakes conflict. International Business Times UK · Mar 22
Trump shares Saturday Night Live UK spoof mocking Starmer in latest swipe at prime minister Donald Trump shared the clip from Saturday Night Live on his Truth Social platform on Sunday The Independent UK · Mar 22
Trump officials scramble to explain ICE’s role in airport security as TSA lines enrage Americans Trump’s border czar says agents will help keep lines moving, but experts say they aren’t trained for interacting with travelers The Independent UK · Mar 22
'Scary wonderful president, why is he so bloomin' difficult to talk to?': SNL UK debut mocks Starmer’s awkward call with Trump over Iran war Britain's "Saturday Night Live" debut featured a skit where Prime Minister Keir Starmer awkwardly declined joining a war in Iran with US President Donald Trump. Starmer, advised by a Gen Z aide, opted for a voice note, referencing "Friends" and past US-UK cooperation. The sketch concluded with a jab at… The Times of India · Mar 22
The Independent UK · Mar 22 Democrats raise concerns over Hegseth’s ‘no quarter’ Iran comments IN FULL
The Times of India · Mar 22 Will Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran leave him red-faced again? As a 48-hour deadline looms, Iran has retaliated against President Trump's threat to "obliterate" its power plants. Tehran warns that energy facilities in countries hosting US bases are now "lawful targets." The escalating conflict, now in its fourth week, has already seen cross-border attacks and rising casualties, with oil prices…
International Business Times UK · Mar 22 Trump Iran War Decision Reportedly Influenced by Netanyahu, Murdoch and Conservative Allies Outside Government Explore the private lobbying efforts by Netanyahu and Murdoch that influenced Trump's decision to engage in war with Iran, as revealed by a Bloomberg report.
We Got This Covered · Mar 22 ‘Powerful American lobby’: Former counter-terrorism chief just confirmed out loud what we’ve all been thinking Kent’s question is a good one. Why did he find out about an investigation through a media leak?
We Got This Covered · Mar 22 ‘We have several threats at once’: With the spotlight on Iran, Zelenskyy takes a risky move for Ukraine Even with the cards stacked against him, you have to respect Zelenskyy’s determination.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 22 Iran vows to destroy Middle East water and energy facilities if US attacks power plants Tehran’s response to Trump’s threat signals a potentially dangerous escalation as both sides menace sites relied on by millions
The Conversation · Mar 22 War in Iran: Why destroying cultural heritage is such a foolish strategic move in any conflict Since the start of the ongoing United States–Israeli military campaign against Iran, the human toll of the conflict has mounted relentlessly.
We Got This Covered · Mar 22 Trump is now letting Iran sell its stranded oil, because nothing says “maximum pressure” like handing the enemy a paycheck in the middle of a war Whatever Obama did, Trump is doing it worse and calling it victory.
The Independent UK · Mar 22 Hegseth’s ‘no mercy’ Iran directive sounds alarm with Democrats who told military to refuse illegal orders Defense secretary’s comments about offering ‘no quarter’ have some Democratic lawmakers decrying ‘the irresponsible way he's showing leadership in this war’
The Guardian - UK · Mar 22 Starmer adviser urges ministers to look at profits cap for energy and petrol firms PM’s ‘cost of living champion’ calls for consideration of temporary measure to prevent profiteering from Iran war