British military and diplomatic leaders attack Trump over ‘Starmer is no Churchill’ jibe ‘Trump is quite rude about quite a lot of friendly prime ministers,’ says former ambassador The Independent UK · Mar 4
'No to war': Sánchez reaffirms Spain's stance against Trump's Iran offensive The Spanish prime minister has hit back at Donald Trump's announcement that he will block trade with Spain due to Madrid's reluctance to take part in the US offensive against Iran and allow the US use of the Rota and Morón bases. Euronews · Mar 4
Viral Video of Filipina Live Streaming in 'Dubai Missile Attack' Debunked — Footage From 2020 Beirut Blast Discover the facts behind a viral video wrongly linked to a Dubai missile strike. The footage comes from the 2020 Beirut explosion — here's how the claim misled millions. International Business Times UK · Mar 4
MAGA commentators double down on criticism of Trump’s Iran attacks: ‘He’s going down the wrong path’ Megyn Kelly has drawn comparisons between the conflict in Iran and the 2003 Invasion of Iraq The Independent UK · Mar 4
Ex-Nato commander defends Starmer after Trump’s ‘no Winston Churchill’ jibe Gen Sir Richard Shirreff says US president has launched war of choice in Iran with no clear grasp of how it will end The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
US submarine sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka killing at least 80 and leaving dozens more injured US defence secretary confirms America launched attack that reportedly left at least 100 people missing The Independent UK · Mar 4
US troops say Iran war briefings invoked Armageddon, the return of Jesus: Report Driving the news The Times of India · Mar 4
American gas bounty shielding consumers from war spikes, for now U.S. natural gas dominance provides a cushion when overseas supply is disrupted. Axios · Mar 4
Mark Carney backs US strikes on Iran despite ‘taking position with regret’ Canadian prime minister Mark Carney affirmed that he supports US-Israeli strikes in Iran, despite taking the position “with regret.” The Independent UK · Mar 4
'I'll act with a cool head,' says Keir Starmer rejecting Donald Trump's repeated attacks on him over Iran war The US president took a brutal swipe at the Prime Minister: ‘This is not Winston Churchill that we’re dealing with’ Evening Standard · Mar 4
Who is Mojtaba Khamenei? Iran’s new supreme leader and son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei The 56-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei is set to continue leadership of Iran in the same vein as his father The Independent UK · Mar 4
South Korean stocks suffer worst day on record amid Iran war shocks Asian markets suffered heavy losses on Wednesday, with South Korea’s main index (Kospi) plunging more than 12%, recording its worst single-day decline in history as the widening conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global markets. Euronews · Mar 4
Moment rocket intercepted behind news presenters reporting on Iran airstrikes A rocket was intercepted behind ITV News journalists as they were discussing the US-Israeli operation in Iran on Tuesday (3 March) night. The Independent UK · Mar 4
Commander claimed Trump was ‘anointed by Jesus to cause Armageddon’ to justify Iran strikes: Complaint Military leader told NCOs that assault on Tehran was ‘all part of God’s divine plan,’ complaint alleges The Independent UK · Mar 4
Evening Standard · Mar 4 Calm returns to markets in Europe but oil prices climb higher on Iran war Brent crude lifted another 3% at 84.5 US dollars a barrel at one stage – its highest level since July 2024.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 Attacking Iran’s nuclear programme could drive it towards a bomb, experts warn Fears US-Israeli onslaught could lead regime to push for bomb or embolden other groups to steal uranium stockpile
Evening Standard · Mar 4 Starmer to face Commons grilling amid Trump fallout over Iran Donald Trump unleashed fresh criticism of Sir Keir Starmer in remarks on Tuesday.
Euronews · Mar 4 Middle East war shows 'Europe must reinforce its autonomy', EIB chief tells Euronews European Investment Bank chief Calviño tells Euronews a world in disarray means Europe 'must enforce its strategic autonomy' faster. Europeans worry new energy shock stemming from the war in Iran could rattle industry again.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Experts warn that bills could increase by hundreds of pounds due to Iran war IN FULL
The Times of India · Mar 4 Why Khamenei’s death could become Trump’s most expensive victory President Trump's decision to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dramatically altered the Middle East. While a tactical victory, the move has triggered regional missile exchanges and rising oil prices. Analysts warn that removing Khamenei, who controlled escalation, may lead to a more unpredictable and volatile Iran, posing…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 4 Tim Wilson claims he has sold out of his bet against the share market for ‘modest profit’ Shadow treasurer tells MPs he has cashed in the investment and donated the gains to an advocacy group for gay rights in Iran
International Business Times UK · Mar 4 Sam Altman Confirms OpenAI Technology Deployment Inside Pentagon Systems Sam Altman has transferred operational control of OpenAI to the Pentagon, marking a significant shift in AI governance and sparking internal and public debate.
Evening Standard · Mar 4 The Standard podcast: Is Keir Starmer right to limit Britain’s military involvement in Iran? The Prime Minister resists calls for UK military support after the killing of Iran’s supreme leader, but does his stance strengthen his authority?
The Independent UK · Mar 4 I really don’t care – Donald Trump shrugs off Iran’s presence at 2026 World Cup Iran are due to play all their three group matches in the United States.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 UK energy bills could soar by £500 over Iran-US war, think tank warns The economic impacts of the Iran war are set to be felt across the world, including in UK households