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UK will not be drawn into ‘wider war’ in Middle East, says PM Keir Starmer; seeks allied plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will not join a wider Middle East war, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, despite collaborating with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized restoring shipping flows and global market stability, ruling out a NATO mission. Starmer stressed the need for a collective, viable plan,…

The Times of India

Is Donald Trump Lying? Iran's Foreign Minister Says 'We Never Asked for a Ceasefire' After Trump Says They Want a Deal

Iran denies requesting a ceasefire, contradicting Donald Trump's claims, as the Middle East conflict continues and global tensions rise.

International Business Times UK

FTSE 100 Holds Steady Near 10,260 as Markets Await BoE Decision Amid Oil Surge and Geopolitical Strain

Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index remained little changed in early trading Monday, March 16, 2026, as investors positioned cautiously ahead of this week's Bank of England policy meeting while digesting the fallout from elevated oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Bond Yields Fall, Fed Meeting and Middle East Conflict in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are up +0.59%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.66% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as Treasury yields retreated, while investors continued to monitor developments in the Middle East and awaited the Federal Reserve’s meeting.

Barchart

War in Iran Threatens Higher Fuel Prices, Renewed Inflation

With much of the Middle East's critical oil and gas exports cut off from global markets, rising energy costs could give inflation new momentum.

Kiplinger

Russia-Ukraine clashes: Explosions rock Kyiv in rare daytime attack as drone war intensifies

Kyiv faced a rare daytime Russian assault Monday as air defenses intercepted projectiles, with debris falling in the city center. This escalation follows Moscow's claim of repelling a major Ukrainian drone attack over the weekend. Meanwhile, US peace efforts are reportedly stalled amid the widening Middle East conflict, highlighting the…

The Times of India

Iran war briefing: Dubai airport in chaos after third drone strike suspends flights

Authorities responded to a fire near Dubai International Airport on Monday following a drone attack. British PM to pledge energy bill aid for households amid Middle East crisis. US President Donald Trump set to launch Hormuz coalition amid global oil crisis as he warns of ‘very bad future’ unless NATO…

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War in Iran, chaos in the Gulf, repression in the west: and the thread that binds them all is Palestine

In the Middle East, the occupation is the original sin. And those who banked on this US-backed ‘stability’ now find it giving way beneath them, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

The Guardian - UK

Why France is bolstering military presence in the Middle East, as Macron prepares for postwar talks

France is ramping up its military push in the Middle East as President Emmanuel Macron calls the effort strictly defensive

The Independent UK

UAE reopens airspace after Iran attack – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

'We'll remember': Trump asks 7 countries to send warships to police Strait of Hormuz

President Trump is demanding approximately seven countries send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing their reliance on Middle Eastern oil. He stated the US has significantly degraded Iran's military capabilities, including air defense and manufacturing. Iran's Foreign Minister indicated passage is a military matter and sees no reason…

The Times of India

Thailand steps up screening of ‘suspicious’ foreigners

The Thai Immigration Bureau has denied entry to more than 30 foreigners deemed suspicious after using increased screening measures during the conflict in the Middle East.

Bangkok Post

PM pledges cost of living help after resisting Trump’s call for warships

Sir Keir on Sunday did not answer calls from Mr Trump to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route in the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Starmer rejects Trump’s threats after US president warns Nato faces ‘very bad’ future

Senior cabinet minister Pat McFadden said Britain was not obliged to enter the US’s ‘war of choice’ and that the Iran conflict had nothing to do with the alliance

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PM to pledge energy bill aid for households amid Middle East crisis

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Iran Threatens To 'Hunt Down And Kill' Netanyahu After Israeli PM Declares Israel And US Are 'Crushing' Tehran's Regime

Iran vowed to hunt Netanyahu after he said Israel and the US are 'crushing' Tehran's regime, escalating tensions in the widening Middle East conflict.

The Times of India

Rishi Sunak on Iran crisis: 'If you want peace, prepare for war'

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the ongoing Middle East crisis caused the fourth supply shock this decade, with Covid being the first, the Russia-Ukraine war, and China's restrictions on rare earth export being the second and the third. Writing for The Times, the former UK PM said Britain…

The Times of India

Iran's top security official claims 'Epstein-linked network' plotting ‘9/11‑like’ attack to frame Tehran

A top Iranian security official claims a network linked to Jeffrey Epstein is plotting a 9/11-style terrorist attack and intends to frame Iran. Ali Larijani stated Iran opposes such plots and has no conflict with the American people, amid escalating Middle East tensions.

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The Independent UK

Pope Leo sends clear message to leaders responsible for Middle East conflict

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The Times of India

“Second home”: Expats praise UAE’s stability and leadership amid US-Israel-Iran conflict

As regional tensions continue to create uncertainty across parts of the Middle East, residents in the UAE are showing calm and resilience, with many members of the expatriate community expressing strong confidence in the country’s leadership and its commitment to keeping people safe.

The Independent UK

Ed Miliband hints at fuel duty hike U-turn in response to Middle East crisis

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The Times of India

Meet Fouzia Mahmoudi: The Moroccan "Hope Maker" transforming thousands of lives through Operation Smile

Moroccan humanitarian Fouzia Jbara Mahmoudi has dedicated over two decades to providing free cleft surgeries for children through Operation Smile. Her leadership has enabled over 19,000 surgeries in Morocco and expanded access to vital medical care across the Middle East and North Africa, transforming countless young lives.

Evening Standard

Donald Trump and Keir Starmer hold crisis talks on opening Strait of Hormuz closed by Iran attacks on tankers

Cabinet minister Ed Miliband confirmed that Britain is considering deploying de-mining drones to the Middle East

Evening Standard

Fuel duty hike could be scrapped if Middle East war drags on, Miliband suggests

The Energy Secretary said the Government will ‘stand by the British people’ as ministers consider whether to ditch a planned rise in fuel duty amid surging oil prices

International Business Times

Oil Prices Surge Again as Middle East Supply Risks Mount, Pressuring Markets

Oil prices continue to act as a major macro driver in the short term, boosting energy sector stocks while dragging on growth‑oriented sectors and reinforcing investor caution across global markets.

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