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The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

FTSE 100 edges up amid cautious US-Iran optimism

Stocks gained encouragement from lower oil prices as investors weighed the latest developments in the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Imperial Petroleum Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Imperial Petroleum (NASDAQ:IMPP) reported sharply higher first-quarter 2026 results, with management saying the company benefited from a larger fleet and a surge in tanker rates tied to geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East. Chief Executive Officer Harry Vafias said the quarter marked the com

MarketBeat

UK military air show Royal International Air Tattoo cancelled amid Middle East conflict concerns

One of the world’s largest military air shows has been cancelled after organisers cited uncertainty linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

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UK airlines easyJet and Jet2 assure holidaymakers: No extra charges for summer flights despite rising fuel costs

British holidaymakers have been told their summer travel plans remain unaffected despite growing concerns over rising jet fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.

The Times of India

Royal International Air Tattoo 2026 cancelled by organisers – here’s why

Organisers of The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) have announced the cancellation of this year’s event amid the conflict in the Middle East . According to the RIAT’s website, the decision “follows extensive discussions with the Royal Air Force and the United States Air Force regarding uncertainty over access to…

The Independent UK

EU economy chief certain the bloc will not return to Russian gas or oil as energy crisis bites

Exclusive: European Commissioner for the Economy Valdis Dombrovskis said Russia is milking the crisis in the Middle East for energy profits – and the EU will not ease on its sanction regime for cheaper oil or gas flows.

Euronews

India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and trade

The Middle East conflict is impacting India's economy by forcing migrant workers home and reducing demand for manufactured exports. This double blow is leading to unemployment and potential social unrest, as returning workers struggle to find comparable wages in India. The situation is particularly visible in industrial hubs like Kanpur,…

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How High Can Gasoline Rise During the 2026 Driving Season?

Gasoline prices tend to rise during the peak driving season, during spring and summer, when drivers put more miles on their cars. Meanwhile, hostilities in the Middle East have turbocharged gasoline’s seasonal rally, lifting prices to the highest level since the 2022 driving season, when the war in Ukraine raised…

Barchart

Iran War Pushes Europe Toward Stagflation as Prices Rise And Growth Remains Subdued

The conflict in the Middle East is worsening Europe's energy shock, hitting businesses, consumers, and policymakers at the same time, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Endava Q3 Earnings Call Highlights

Endava (NYSE:DAVA) reported a weaker fiscal third quarter and lowered its fourth-quarter outlook, with management citing delayed client decisions, geopolitical disruption in the Middle East and longer sales cycles for large outcome-based contracts. Chief Executive Officer John Cotterell said demand

MarketBeat

Cantor Receives ADGM Approval, Expanding Middle East Investment Banking Platform

NEW YORK and ABU DHABI, UAE, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cantor, a premier global investment bank and part of the Cantor Fitzgerald group of companies, today announced that The Financial Services Regulatory Authority ("FSRA") of ADGM, the international financial center of Abu Dhabi, has granted the firm approval to…

AAP

Stocks Slip Before the Open as Oil Rises on U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Uncertainty, PMI Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.40%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.55% this morning as oil prices and bond yields climbed, with investors watching to see whether hopes for a peace deal in the Middle East will turn into tangible progress.

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Euro zone growth forecast cut because of war impact

BRUSSELS - The euro zone economy will expand less than expected this year, the European Commission said on Thursday, as the Middle East war and subsequent energy shock take their toll.

Bangkok Post

Top 5 Insurance Brokers in Dubai, UAE for Group Health Insurance

The UAE insurance market has grown into one of the most advanced in the Middle East, with total premiums exceeding $12 billion and health insurance contributing a significant share. In Dubai, employer-sponsored health insurance is mandatory under the Dubai Health Authority regulations, making group health coverage a critical requirement for…

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Iran warns any renewed conflict with the US could spread 'far beyond the Middle East'

Iran said on Wednesday it was examining a new US proposal to end the Middle East war, as President Donald Trump described the talks as being on the "borderline" between a deal and renewed strikes. Ghalibaf warned of a "forceful response", while Iran's Revolutionary Guards said any renewed conflict would…

Bangkok Post

Chinese jewellery brand targets Southeast Asia

Unfazed by prolonged geopolitical conflict in the Middle East, leading Chinese jewellery brand Chow Tai Fook (CTF) has expanded internationally, eyeing more outlets in Southeast Asia in addition to its recently opened concept store in Bangkok.

MarketBeat

Capital Holds Guidance After Record Q1 as Mining, Lab Demand Accelerates

Capital (LON:CAPD) Limited told shareholders at its annual general meeting that trading remained strong after a record first quarter, with Executive Chairman Jamie Boyton pointing to rising demand across drilling, mining services and laboratory operations. Boyton described Capital as an integrated

Euronews

How to travel this summer without paying more for the crisis in the Middle East

More expensive tickets, possible cancellations and last-minute changes. The conflict in the Middle East threatens to complicate summer holidays. Brussels reminds travellers of their rights and recommends checking conditions before booking to avoid overpaying.

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Thai industrial sentiment drops for second straight month in April

Thailand's industrial sentiment index dropped for ‌a second straight month in April, hurt by high oil prices, ⁠a manufacturing slowdown and the ‌war in the Middle East, the Federation ⁠of Thai Industries said on Wednesday.

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Why India And UAE Are Building A Hidden Super Corridor

The world is entering one of its most unstable and unpredictable periods in decades. Wars are intensifying across the Middle East, global shipping routes remain under threat, and even a single attack near the Strait of Hormuz can shake fuel prices and economies worldwide within hours. As many nations struggle…

AAP

ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, officially kicked off this evening with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as the Guest-of-Honour at the Opening Gala Dinner at Gardens by the Bay. This year's ATxSummit will bring together government leaders from Asia,…

Bangkok Post

SSO backs telemedicine

The Social Security Office (SSO) is giving financial support to telemedicine services for patients with 26 chronic illnesses, which would reduce travel costs during the ongoing fuel price crisis linked to conflict in the Middle East.

AAP

UN lowers forecast for global economic growth in 2026

The UN has cut its forecast for global economic growth, saying the Middle East crisis has reignited inflationary pressures and ‌heightened uncertainty.

The Economic Times

Why are oil prices down today and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to drop or rise again? Oil settles lower after Iran talks progress

Why are oil prices down today and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to drop or rise again? Oil prices fell after the United States said talks with Iran showed progress and military action was paused. Brent and WTI futures dropped after recent highs. Supply risks in the Middle…

Barchart

What is Backwardation in the Crude Oil Futures Market Telling Us?

Crude oil remains in focus after events in the Middle East caused its price to double. Crude oil prices have declined from their recent high, but the jury is still out on whether they are heading for a new record high or will return to the 2025 levels at around…

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