Joe Kent Is the First Iran War Crack in the Trump Admin The top intelligence official resigned because there was no “imminent threat” from Iran and blamed Israel for starting the war. Reason · Mar 18
What to know about the resurgent war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon Israel and Hezbollah are rapidly escalating a new war that is hitting Beirut and pushing toward a wider ground fight The Independent UK · Mar 18
Middle East war: why tit-for-tat attacks on gasfields are a major escalation Strikes on South Pars and Ras Laffan are first time fossil fuel energy production facilities have been hit. Why is it significant? The Guardian - UK · Mar 18
Fed keeps rates on hold, Powell says he will remain in place until successor confirmed The Iran war's oil shock is creating uncertainty for Fed policymakers. Axios · Mar 18
Gabbard defers to Trump when asked if Iran posed "imminent threat" The resignation of a top aide intensified the spotlight on Gabbard. Axios · Mar 18
Crude Oil Prices Rise as Iran Threatens Attacks on Middle Eastern Energy Infrastructure April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.11 (+0.11%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) closed down -0.0249 (-0.80%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell back from sharp gains and settled mixed on Wednesday. Energy prices initially rallied sharply on Wednesday, with gasoline soaring to a 3.5-year... Barchart · Mar 18
Nat-Gas Prices Rebound as European Gas Prices Surge on Iran Risks April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.032 (+1.06%). Nat-gas prices recovered from a 1.5-week low on Wednesday and settled higher. Short covering emerged in nat-gas futures on Wednesday on carryover support from a +6% surge in European gas prices to a 1-week high after Iran threatened... Barchart · Mar 18
PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks Anthony Albanese has criticised attacks in LNG plants in Qatar by Iran, as he indicates he can see the conflict reaching a conclusion. AAP · Mar 18
UK says it remains in talks over escorting ships through strait of Hormuz Officials say military planners liaising with US Central Command but situation remains too dangerous for anything to happen soon The Guardian - UK · Mar 18
Analysts Say Venezuelan Oil Can't Offset The Disruption From The Iran War Crisis: 'It's a Math Problem' Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have rerouted some exports through pipelines that bypass Hormuz, but analysts estimate about 14 million barrels per day remain blocked Latin Times · Mar 18
US: Fed projects one rate cut, sees limited Iran war impact Federal Reserve officials say the war in Iran is likely to push up inflation this year, while having little impact on economic growth. Euronews · Mar 18
Lindsey Graham tells Trump there’s ‘no reason’ to invade Iran, but then immediately demands he seize a crucial Iranian territory He believes it can seal the fate of this war. We Got This Covered · Mar 18
Canada in push for joint G7 and Middle East effort to de-escalate Iran war Foreign minister Anita Anand says she has drafted principles to reduce risk of regional spillover and wider shocks The Guardian - UK · Mar 18
The US right wing can forgive Trump for anything – except his deeply unpopular war Iran war has split some Maga conservatives from Trump and alienated young voters. What will it mean in the midterms? The Guardian - US · Mar 18
The Guardian - UK · Mar 18 US and Israel’s strategy to kill Iran’s top figures may prove counterproductive Attempt to ‘decapitate’ state may harden resistance instead of destabilising regime
Barchart · Mar 18 2 Homeland Security Stocks Well-Priced for Long Call Strategies as the Iran War Drags On Investors can claim the spoils of war with these two agile defense and security stocks.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 18 As Trump shows lack of direction on Iran, even Badenoch distances herself Steady UK opposition to the war and the US president’s insults mean MPs are finding it easier to point out the obvious
The Times of India · Mar 18 'Not aware': Tulsi Gabbard says she does not know Trump said he was shocked by Iran's strike on Gulf countries Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said she was not aware of President Donald Trump's reaction that he was shocked when Iran decided to strike US allies in the Gulf region. As Gabbard testified before Congress, she was asked whether she provided any intelligence to the POTUS that a counterattack…
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Bongino slams Joe Kent’s claim Iran posed ‘no imminent threat’ to US Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino has slammed National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent’s claim that Iran posed “no imminent threat”.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Vance warns Americans of ‘rough road ahead’ as gas prices soar but promises it’s a ‘temporary blip’ Vance’s remarks come as cost of gas in the U.S. continues to rise due to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Latin Times · Mar 18 U.S. Eases Sanctions and Lets Companies Do Business With Venezuelan State-Owned Oil Company As Global Prices Surge Due To Iran War It allows companies that existed before Jan. 29, 2025, to buy Venezuelan oil and engage in transactions that would normally be banned under U.S. sanctions, allowing Venezuela to reenter global markets.
The Conversation · Mar 18 Evangelical holy war: Why some Christians think Trump will end the world Soldiers in the United States Armed Forces have lodged more than 100 complaints with the Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF) stating that their commanders are using extremist religious rhetoric to describe the U.S.-Israel war against Iran.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 18 Energy jolt: inside the 20 March Guardian Weekly Iran, the strait of Hormuz and a global economic shock. Plus: Feminism fights on
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Britain to buy more missiles for its forces in Middle East amid ‘indiscriminate attacks’ from Iran The Ministry of Defence confirmed plans to stock up on more of the laser-guided Martlet weapons, which have been used to down drones from Tehran in recent weeks
The Times of India · Mar 18 'Criminal have to pay soon': Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei's first reaction on killing of security chief Larijani Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Wednesday said that the killer of country's security chief Ali Larijani will have to "pay soon" for his blood.