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Middle East live: Israel vows to press military campaign in Lebanon despite Iran's warning of 'severe' response

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Monday that the IDF will "continue to operate in Lebanon against the terrorist organisation Hezbollah", despite a warning from Iran that any such action would prompt the Islamic republic to take "severe" measures. Iran announced earlier Monday it was halting its operation against Israel…

France 24 · Jun 8

Global Markets Watch: Tumbling tech darlings slam brakes on AI rally

Asian stocks experienced a significant plunge as investors exited AI-linked shares amid concerns of an overheated market. Disappointing outlooks from chipmakers and a strong U.S. jobs report, suggesting potential rate hikes, fueled the selloff. Fresh hostilities in Iran also pushed oil prices higher, adding to market fragility.

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Middle East conflict hits hard disk drive shipments

Thailand's hard disk drive (HDD) exports to the Middle East are expected to contract by 18% to US$79 million this year as the Iran conflict disrupts maritime shipping and weighs on regional trade, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).

Bangkok Post · Jun 7

Global airlines slash 2026 profit forecast on fuel shock from Iran war

The global airline industry has significantly lowered its 2026 profit forecast due to rising fuel costs and disruptions from the Iran war. Airlines are now expected to earn $23 billion, down from $41 billion, as conflict in the Middle East drives up jet fuel prices and forces flight reroutes.

The Economic Times · Jun 7

Live: Israel reports missiles from Iran in first bombardment since fragile ceasefire

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France 24 · Jun 7

Lebanon army chief visits US-Iran mediator Pakistan: military

Lebanese Army Chief Rodolphe Haykal is in Pakistan for talks with his counterpart, a visit reportedly tied to Iran-US negotiations aimed at ending the Middle East conflict. Lebanon's inclusion in any agreement is a key demand from Iran, though Lebanese President Aoun criticizes Tehran's interference. This comes amid ongoing border…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

Pentagon Elevates Israel To Highest Counterintelligence Threat Level Amid Espionage Concerns: Report

The reported assessment surfaced as Washington and Jerusalem navigate disagreements over military operations and diplomatic efforts across the Middle East.

International Business Times · Jun 6

Rosneft Chief Says US Energy Firms Gain From Strait Of Hormuz Closure Amid Global Oil Disruption

The comments came at Russia's flagship economic forum as governments and energy producers continue to grapple with supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

International Business Times · Jun 6

Why Iran remains too important for China to lose

China and Iran have maintained diplomatic ties for decades. Yet Beijing's response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been notably measured: diplomatic support for Tehran, criticism of US and Israeli military actions, and repeated calls for de-escalation — but no indication of a willingness to intervene more…

The Times of India · Jun 6

Iranian footballers get visas but tensions persist

WASHINGTON - New attacks in the Middle East on Friday threatened to unravel an already fragile US-Iran ceasefire, even as American officials confirmed that Tehran’s football players had received visas for the World Cup.

Bangkok Post · Jun 6