The Latest Breaking News from Middle East

Australian shares pare losses as mining stocks bounce

The ASX has edged lower for a second session as concerns about Australia's economic growth and the ongoing Persian Gulf conflict unnerve investors.

AAP · Jun 2

Marriott International Says Travel Demand Stays Strong Despite Middle East RevPAR Drag

Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) Chief Financial Officer Jen Mason said travel demand remains broadly healthy, with leisure and group travel showing strength, while the Middle East remains the company’s primary near-term headwind. Speaking at a Morgan Stanley investor conference, Mason, who rece

MarketBeat · Jun 2

Dollar steady as traders await progress on Middle East peace talks

The US dollar held steady as global markets adopted a cautious stance. Investors are closely watching Middle East peace talks and upcoming economic data. Any progress towards de-escalation in the region could impact the dollar's safe-haven status. Traders are also anticipating key speeches and reports that may influence central bank…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

US Bases Across Eight Countries Hit, Hundreds of Millions in Damage as America Moved to Block Satellite Images

Satellite imagery reveals Iran struck 20 US military facilities across eight Middle East countries, causing significant damage. This raises questions about US military transparency during the conflict.

International Business Times UK · Jun 1

Donald Trump Exposed: Pentagon Hid Iranian Strike Damage on 28 US Bases as POTUS Claims Victory in Iran War

Recent reports and satellite imagery reveal significant damage to US military sites in the Middle East, challenging Trump's claims of a decisive victory over Iran.

International Business Times UK · Jun 1

Oil Soars As U.S.-Iran Negotiations Stall And Clashes Escalate Through The Middle East

Oil is soaring on Monday as negotiations between the U.S. and Iran stall and clashes escalate again throughout the Middle East.

International Business Times · Jun 1

Aluminium hits four-year high on renewed Middle East supply risks

Benchmark aluminium on the London Metal Exchange traded 0.5% higher at $3,685 a metric ton in official rings. Earlier, it touched $3,707.50 to match ‌a level hit ⁠on ⁠May 26 for its highest point since March 2022.

The Economic Times · Jun 1

EasyJet shares rally as Castlelake weighs possible takeover offer

The budget airline's stock rose more than 12% after Castlelake said it was considering a possible offer. Prior to the rally, easyJet shares had fallen by around 23% over the past year against a backdrop of higher fuel costs and uncertainty linked to tensions in the Middle East.

Euronews · Jun 1

Stocks Set to Open Higher as AI Optimism Overshadows Fresh U.S.-Iran Hostilities, Jobs Data Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.31%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.23% this morning as optimism surrounding artificial intelligence helped offset concerns about renewed U.S.-Iran tensions.

Barchart · Jun 1

UAE announces June 2026 fuel prices as petrol jumps 8% to Dh3.95 per litre, highest level in nearly 4 years

UAE motorists are facing significantly higher petrol prices in June 2026, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase. This surge, driven by international energy market volatility and Middle East shipping disruptions, pushes Super 98 to Dh3.95 per litre. While diesel prices have fallen, petrol users face continued pressure as summer travel…

The Times of India · Jun 1