Iran’s new supreme leader brings mystery element to Middle East crisis What Mojtaba Khamenei will do with his leadership is now the key question after he succeeds his father The Guardian - UK · Mar 9
Rachel Reeves issues warning over fuel prices and inflation as Iran war continues Rachel Reeves has issued a stark warning regarding inflation amid fears that the escalating conflict in the Middle East could trigger another cost-of-living crisis in the UK, with fuel prices expected to surge. The Independent UK · Mar 9
Major airline extends suspension of Middle East flights as Iran war rages IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 9
Crude Prices Surge after Israel Bombs Iranian Fuel Depots April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) today is up +5.49 (+6.04%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) is up +0.0878 (+3.25%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are sharply higher after Israel on Saturday bombed 30 Iranian oil depots. In addition, Saudi Arabia became the latest Middle East oil producer... Barchart · Mar 9
Macron announces 'defensive' mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz President Emmanuel Macron on Monday warned that an attack on Cyprus was an attack on all of Europe and said France and its allies were preparing a "defensive" mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the Middle East war entered its second week. Radio France Internationale · Mar 9
Is This The Last Chance To Buy Dubai Property Before Prices Surge Again? Dubai's record $250bn real estate boom faces new questions as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East prompt investors to reassess risks and opportunities. International Business Times UK · Mar 9
Macron visits Cyprus as Europe tightens security in eastern Mediterranean French President Emmanuel Macron is in Cyprus to show support and bolster defences after a drone strike heightened fears the Middle East conflict could spill onto European soil. Radio France Internationale · Mar 9
Trump Dismisses Oil Spike Fears and Calls Critics 'Fools' as Other Countries Scramble for Oil Reserves US President Trump downplays the crisis, calling it a minor sacrifice for global security. But the recent escalation in the Middle East has led to a significant rise in oil prices, prompting an emergency meeting among G7 leaders. International Business Times UK · Mar 9
Why Gas Prices Spike During Middle East Conflicts — And How Long It Usually Lasts A missile launch thousands of miles away can push the price of gasoline up before the next morning commute even begins. That reality surprises many people, yet global oil markets react with lightning speed whenever tension rises in the Middle East. Traders, governments, and energy companies all watch the region… Everybody Loves Your Money · Mar 9
Iran-Israel conflict: CBSE postpones class 12 board exams till March 16 in Middle East The Central Board of Secondary Education has postponed class 12 board exams in the Middle East. The decision comes amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. Exams scheduled from March 12 to 16 are now deferred. New dates will be announced later. The board will review the situation for further exams on… The Economic Times · Mar 9
March Madness Plus: A seventh American has been killed in the Iran conflict, the U.S. is almost certainly responsible for school strike, how Lindsey Graham helped start the war, and more... Reason · Mar 9
Donald Trump Needs Europe on Iran War as Spain's Defiance Shakes European Union's Unity European leaders are showing mixed reactions to Trump's push for support against Iran, with Spain openly rejecting military action. International Business Times UK · Mar 9
How much will your energy bills and petrol prices rise by on the back of the Middle East war? Consumers will see prices rise due to turmoil in the Middle East – but by how much? Evening Standard · Mar 9
Evening Standard · Mar 9 What does war in the Middle East mean for my finances? Here, the Press Association looks at how the conflict could impact people’s finances in different ways.
Radio France Internationale · Mar 9 France launches nationwide petrol station inspections as fuel prices jump France is set to carry out a blitz of petrol station inspections this week after a sharp rise in fuel prices sparked political anger and fears that retailers could exploit tensions in the Middle East.
The Times of India · Mar 9 Six hours through Oman’s desert: How a British father and daughter fled the Middle East crisis Jamie Mallon, 54 and his daughter Izzy, 27 watched missiles being intercepted over Abu Dhabi skies for five days during Iranian attacks on the Middle East. The duo had arrived in the region for a relaxing getaway as the daughter had just returned from two and a half years of…
Bored Panda · Mar 9 Influencer Mercilessly Mocked After Claiming To Be “Stranded” Due To War Because He Refuses To Fly Economy While the Middle East is struggling through a global emergency, Daniel Goz shared his complaints about seemingly not having a business-class ticket to Dubai.
The Times of India · Mar 9 Putin congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on appointment as Iran’s new leader, pledges 'unwavering' support Russia's President Putin has pledged 'unwavering support' to Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, following his father's death in airstrikes. Putin expressed confidence in Mojtaba's ability to unite Iran amidst regional conflict. Reports also suggest Russia is sharing real-time intelligence on US military assets in the Middle East with Tehran,…
Barchart · Mar 9 Stocks Set to Open Lower as Oil Prices Surge Above $100 on Middle East Conflict March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -1.08%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -1.12% this morning, pointing to further losses on Wall Street as the escalating Middle East conflict triggered fresh turmoil in energy markets.
The Times of India · Mar 9 TikToker’s $2,000 escape: American woman recounts chaotic trip after Dubai flight diversion Americans across the Middle East are scrambling to find flights back to the United States after regional airspace disruptions followed military strikes by the US and Israel on Iran over the weekend.
Euronews · Mar 9 European markets dip as oil prices soar and European gas prices jump Leading European stock market indexes started the week with a big sell-off, following a major drop across Asian markets and surging oil prices, as the Middle East crisis escalates further.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 9 Lengthy US-Iran war would affect ‘lives and households of everybody’, says Starmer Ministers understood to be considering ways to mitigate rising energy bills as oil prices surpass $100 a barrel
Radio France Internationale · Mar 9 Conflict spreads across the Middle East as Iran names new supreme leader Iran has fired missiles towards Israel and several Gulf nations, after the Islamic republic named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, succeeding his late father despite warnings from the United States and Israel that he could become their next target.