The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

Malaysia added to 2026 F1 calendar as Middle East chaos triggers schedule change

F1 has not raced at the Sepang circuit in nine years but will return to the track in October

The Independent UK · Jul 23

The Houthis Struck Two Saudi Ships In The Red Sea. Oil Is Jumping Further, With Brent Topping $100

Oil prices soared on Thursday after Iran's Houthi allies struck two vessels carrying Saudi oil in the Red Sea as clashes in the Middle East continue to escalate.

International Business Times · Jul 23

ECB holds rates at 2.25% as the reignited Iran war keeps a second hike in play

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged on Thursday, pausing after June's first hike in three years as easing inflation bought policymakers time, while renewed fighting in the Middle East caused a new rise in energy prices, keeping another hike firmly on the table for autumn.

Euronews · Jul 23

US issues ‘worldwide caution’ for citizens, strikes on Iran’s military infrastructure continue

The US state department issued a worldwide security advisory for American citizens, warning that heightened tensions in the Middle East could trigger “unforeseen escalation” and travel disruptions. The advisory also cautioned about potential threats to US interests overseas.

The Times of India · Jul 23

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Flat Despite Crypto Bill Getting Ethics Provisions: Analyst Highlights Level to 'Watch' for BTC

Leading cryptocurrencies flatlined on Wednesday as investors weighed the implications of the Clarity Act and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Benzinga · Jul 23

US Congress passes $95 billion Republican budget for Iran war

The House approved a Republican-only budget proposal for Iran war funding. This plan allocates significant funds for national security and farmers. Democrats argue the money should be spent domestically on lowering costs. Senate Republicans remain divided on the House's budget strategy. The budget battle occurs as military deaths in the…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Plans in place to evacuate Thais in Middle East

There are contingency evacuation plans in place for Thai citizens living in the Middle East amid a new round of the US-led war against Iran, said Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.

Bangkok Post · Jul 22

'Toughest thing I do': Donald Trump honours four US soldiers killed in Middle East

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday paid tribute to four American service members killed in the Middle East, attending a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware as their remains were returned to the US.

The Times of India · Jul 22

Investors Continue Assessing Corporate Earnings And The War In Iran. Stocks Edged Down

Stocks were mostly unchanged on Wednesday as investors assess corporate earnings and developments in the Middle East.

International Business Times · Jul 22

Trump attends transfer of fallen U.S. service members, in photos

President Donald Trump attends the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in the Middle East at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware. The troops were killed in attacks in Jordan and Iraq linked to Iranian drones and missiles.

The Independent UK · Jul 22