Lockheed Martin Stock Is Up 30% in 2026 and Yields 2%. Is It a Top Buy While the Iran War Drags On? The defense major is one of the major players for the US in the Middle East war. Barchart · Apr 8
Whatever it takes, the UK must help this fragile Iran ceasefire hold THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Donald Trump’s war in the Middle East has smashed Western alliances and savaged the global economy – so we must do everything we can to steer this chaotic president onto a path to peace The Independent UK · Apr 8
‘Big money will be made’: Trump declares a ‘Golden Age of the Middle East’ after cutting a last-minute deal with Iran From the brink of apocalypse to “Golden Age.” We Got This Covered · Apr 8
Will an Iran ceasefire lower energy bills? The announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East has triggered an immediate drop in oil and natural gas prices, raising hopes for lower energy bills. However, consumers might not see the effects for several months, even though the oil industry has issued some optimistic forecasts. Euronews · Apr 8
European earnings preview: Who wins and who loses from the Iran war? Eurozone growth has been cut, inflation is surging and the Middle East conflict has shattered the consensus growth story for European corporates. From Paris to Munich, earnings season begins next week. Euronews · Apr 8
Iran-US Ceasefire Holds as UK PM Travels to Middle East for Urgent Talks UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits the Middle East to support a ceasefire between the US and Iran, aiming for a long-term resolution and stability in energy markets. International Business Times UK · Apr 8
US is no longer a reliable ally and the special relationship is over, former national security adviser warns Starmer Sir Keir Starmer’s relationship with Donald Trump has grown increasingly strained since the outbreak of war in the Middle East The Independent UK · Apr 8
Ukraine claims Russia is giving Iran cyber intelligence to hone military base attacks Russia has reportedly been giving Iran detailed imagery of military bases across the Middle East The Independent UK · Apr 8
Trump claims a ‘Golden Age of the Middle East’ is on the way after Iran ceasefire: ‘Big money will be made’ President Trump jubilant after backing away from airstrikes threat, despite hostilities only being postponed for two weeks The Independent UK · Apr 8
Ceasefire, 'not the end of war': What next for US, Iran, Israel and the Hormuz question A fragile pause has taken hold in the Middle East after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire. The deal, announced just hours before US President Donald Trump’s deadline for possible large-scale strikes, is being seen as a temporary reprieve rather than a lasting settlement, with key… The Times of India · Apr 8
Iran ceasefire relief sends shares soaring and energy prices sharply down The stock market soared today as a relieved City cheered the ceasefire in the Middle East and oil prices slumped. Evening Standard · Apr 8
Photos: US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire Iran, the United States and Israel reached a two-week ceasefire in the war that tore across the Middle East and disrupted the global energy market, with U.S. President Donald Trump pulling back from his threats to destroy Iranian “civilization.” The Independent UK · Apr 8
Keir Starmer welcomes US-Iran ceasefire amid efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz The Prime Minister said: ‘I welcome the ceasefire agreement reached overnight, which will bring a moment of relief to the region.’ Evening Standard · Apr 8
Tensions continue in Middle East despite US ceasefire agreement; Israel says deal limited to Iran Missile alerts sounded across the Middle East despite a reported two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States. Fighting continued on multiple fronts, with a gas facility in Abu Dhabi ablaze following Iranian strikes. The ceasefire's terms and implementation remain uncertain, with Iran and Israel appearing to continue military actions. The Times of India · Apr 8
The Conversation · Apr 8 Money’s tight but food prices are up. Here’s how to save on your grocery bill Another interest rate rise and a spike in fuel prices is placing increasing pressure on household budgets. Many households are also seeing the impact of the war in the Middle East on the price of groceries.
The Conversation · Apr 8 Should the government encourage people to work from home to save fuel? The current fuel crisis, instigated by the war in the Middle East, has prompted countries to respond in different ways to ensure their fuel supply.
Evening Standard · Apr 7 Easter staycations spike as people stay closer to home in ‘uncertain times’ Recent bookings data suggests that trips within the UK have become more popular in light of conflict in the Middle East.
The Conversation · Apr 7 Why Europe can still face a gas crisis without a gas shortage Gas prices in Europe have risen again following disruptions to LNG supply chains linked to tensions in the Middle East.
Kiplinger · Apr 7 War in the Middle East Spells Higher Inflation for U.S. Consumers The economy can probably withstand the jump in fuel costs, but prices figure to rise faster, straining many budgets.
The Times of India · Apr 7 Russian satellites helping Iran target US forces in Middle East, Ukrainian assessment finds According to a Ukrainian intelligence assessment, Russian satellites have made dozens of detailed imagery surveys of military facilities and critical sites across the Middle East to help Iran strike US forces and other targets.
Pedestrian.tv · Apr 7 Is It Time To Retire The Term Middle East? Exploring The Internet’s Favourite New Phrase: SWANA As fuel prices rise and conflict continues, is it time to update our language?
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 EU says strikes on civilian infrastructure 'illegal' as nuclear fears mount The European Union on Monday warned warring parties in the Middle East that strikes on civilian infrastructure are illegal. This comes as the UN's atomic energy agency voiced concern over the heightened risk of a nuclear accident as hosilities intensify.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 How the Middle East war is impacting humanitarian aid to Africa Since the outbreak of war in the Middle East, disrupted trade routes have caused delays to the delivery of medicines and other humanitarian aid to crisis zones such as Sudan and Mali.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 France rolls out 'flash fuel loans' to shield small firms from oil price spike France is preparing to roll out a rapid financial lifeline for small businesses grappling with soaring fuel costs, as the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East continues to ripple across key sectors.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 Ukraine seeks defence ties in Middle East as Zelensky visits Damascus Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, in a visit that underscores Kyiv’s growing diplomatic push across the Middle East as it seeks fresh security partnerships amid its ongoing war with Russia.