Oil prices latest: Reeves ready to support release of reserves and issues inflation warning over US-Iran war Price of oil has surged since US and Israel launched airstrikes towards Iran 10 days ago The Independent UK · Mar 9
G7 ready to take ‘necessary measures’ over economic impact of Iran war Finance ministers monitoring situation but stop short of agreeing to release emergency oil reserves The Guardian - UK · Mar 9
Newsletter: Oil prices surge, stocks slide as Iran war spirals further Also in this newsletter: Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis tells Europe Today the EU economy is being "tested" amid the Middle East war, but is "better prepared" following the 2022 energy crisis. Euronews · Mar 9
FTSE 100 Live 09 March: Markets slump as oil price tops $100, inflation fears mount Global stock markets are deep in the red after the Brent Crude oil price this morning soared as high as $119 a barrel. Evening Standard · Mar 9
Why has the Iran war sparked fears of stagflation for the global economy? Conflict in the Middle East risks knocking growth worldwide and boosting prices, economists warn, amid global market turbulence The Guardian - AU · Mar 9
Australia has been asked to assist Middle East nations coming under fire from Iran. What could that look like? Defence analysts say the world-class capability of the RAAF’s Wedgetail aircraft could help against drone and missile strikes carried out by Iran The Guardian - AU · Mar 9
The war on Iran is already upending the Middle East. Look to the Gulf states to see how Countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE are finding their carefully projected image of stability has been blown away, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik The Guardian - UK · Mar 9
Dogs tied to poles, kittens left in boxes: Abandoned pets flood Dubai streets as expats flee regional crisis Pet owners fleeing Dubai are dumping their pets on the street in a hurry to escape the escalating crisis in the Middle East. Veterinarians in Dubai shared that they have seen an influx in inquiries about euthanising pets as the conflict persists, with other owners simply leaving their cats and… The Times of India · Mar 9
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says he will loosen oil sanctions after ‘very good’ call with Putin Zelensky says Ukraine sent interceptor drones and operators to US bases in Jordan The Independent UK · Mar 9
Iran-US war latest: Trump claims conflict will be over soon but US hasn’t ‘won enough’ yet Trump claimed US has ‘already won in many ways’ and its military objectives are ‘pretty well complete’ The Independent UK · Mar 9
ASX closes after $90bn wiped from sharemarket amid spike in oil prices over Middle East crisis Benchmark S&P/ASX 200 closes down by 2.85%, marking the single biggest one-day drop since Donald Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs announcement The Guardian - AU · Mar 9
SalamAir issues urgent travel advisory after suspending flights to multiple destinations amid Iran vs US-Israel war Low-cost carrier SalamAir has temporarily suspended flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, including Iraq, Lebanon and Iran, until March 28, 2026 and Kuwait City, Sharjah, Doha and Dammam until March 20, 2026. This decision stems from widespread airspace closures and safety concerns due to escalating geopolitical tensions, impacting thousands of… The Times of India · Mar 9
UAE to India flights back on track? IndiGo resumes operations, shares latest update amid Iran vs US-Israel war Air travel between the UAE and India is stabilising as IndiGo resumes flights to key Gulf destinations and Europe. The airline is closely monitoring the geopolitical situation, which had caused widespread disruptions. Passengers are advised to confirm flight status before heading to the airport as schedules may continue to change. The Times of India · Mar 9
Japan's Nikkei 225 share index falls more than 6% as oil soars over $100 a barrel Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index has plunged more than 6% after oil prices soared to over $100 a barrel due to disruptions from the war in the Middle East The Independent UK · Mar 9
The Independent UK · Mar 9 US begins large military drill with South Korea while waging war in the Middle East The United States has begun a large military exercise with South Korea involving thousands of troops while also waging an escalating war in the Middle East
The Times of India · Mar 9 Air travel shock: Oman Air cancels multiple flights across key destinations as Iran vs US-Israel war escalates Oman Air has cancelled numerous flights due to escalating geopolitical tensions and regional airspace closures amid Iran vs US-Israel war. This mirrors a wider aviation crisis across the Gulf, forcing airlines to reroute and suspend services. Passengers face significant disruptions, with schedules remaining fluid as the region awaits stability. The…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 9 Ukraine war briefing: drone experts will be in Middle East in coming days, says Zelenskyy Ukrainian president hopes for reciprocal support for Kyiv in repelling Russian forces. What we know on day 1,474
International Business Times UK · Mar 8 Gavin Newsom Labels Donald Trump 'Disgusting Little Man' After Dover Ceremony Gavin Newsom criticised Donald Trump for keeping his hat on during a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base prompting a heated debate over protocol and respect. The row unfolded as the remains of six US service members returned home from the Middle East.
The Independent UK · Mar 8 Crude oil prices surpass $100 a barrel as the Iran war impedes production and shipping Oil prices have jumped past $100 a barrel as the Iran war disrupts oil production and shipping in the Middle East
The Times of India · Mar 8 Iran war: Seventh US service member dies after being wounded in Saudi Arabia A US military service member has died from injuries sustained during Iran’s initial attacks across the Middle East, taking the total number of American troops killed in the conflict to seven, the US military said on Sunday.
The Times of India · Mar 8 Lindsey Graham says, 'we are going to blow the hell' out of Iran, Cuba will be next At a time when the Donald Trump administration is treading carefully over the messaging about the Iran war, distinguishing it from Iraq and asserting that the US will exit the Middle East crisis, MAGA senator Lindsey Graham doubled down and said the US will blow the hell out of Iran.…
Radio France Internationale · Mar 8 Thousands march for women's rights and against Mideast war Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in cities across the world Sunday to mark International Women's Day and, in some cases, denounce the war in the Middle East.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8 War in the Middle East: Britain’s involvement so far, from sea to sky Starmer has allowed the US to use UK bases for ‘defensive operations’. What other actions has Britain taken?
Evening Standard · Mar 8 Trump talks with Starmer on US forces using UK bases just hours after accusing him of joining Iran war 'late' The US president and Prime Minister spoke by phone after days of clashing over the Iran war
The Times of India · Mar 8 Stay indoors: US military issues safety warning to civilians in Iran amid rising Middle East tensions Amid rapidly escalating tensions in the Middle East, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Sunday issued a safety warning to civilians in Iran, urging them to remain indoors as military operations intensify across the region.