The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

Attacks Against Energy Infrastructure In The Middle East Continued. Stocks Declined.

Elsewhere, a new survey showed that almost a third of Americans expect their financial situation to get worse next year.

International Business Times · Sep 8

I believe in a two-state solution in the Middle East. That’s why we’re taking action to keep that hope alive

Our sanctions aren’t about the Israeli people, but about the unacceptable policies of the Israeli government, and the suffering they cause Palestinians, says the UK prime minister Andy Burnham

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have become an increasingly disruptive force in the Mideast

Yemen's Houthi rebels have become an increasingly disruptive force in the Middle East in recent years

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Oil rises as risks of prolonged Mideast conflict heighten supply worries

Oil prices surged on Tuesday as tensions in the Middle East escalated. Iran's warnings of potential retaliation fueled concerns over supply disruptions, impacting global oil shipments. Experts anticipate limited supply from the Persian Gulf continuing through late 2026. In light of these ongoing interruptions, Goldman Sachs has revised its oil…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Turkey lifts inflation forecast to 28.4% as Middle East conflict pushes outlook higher

Turkey lifts its inflation outlook as the Middle East conflict weighs on the country's economic projections.

Euronews · Sep 7

Turkey lifts year-end inflation forecast to 28.4 percent

In a notable revision, Turkey has elevated its inflation forecast for the end of 2026 to 28.4 percent, a figure that surpasses last year's estimates. The adjustment has been attributed to the repercussions of the Middle East war. While inflation is expected to taper off to nine percent by 2029,…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Putin Pauses Strikes On Ukraine As US Envoys Arrive. Hope Flickers.

Washington has been pushing to end the conflict, which is now in its fifth year. The conflict lost momentum after the US attention veered to its conflict with Iran in the Middle East, which began late in February.

International Business Times · Sep 5

US drafting post-war plan for the Middle East, report says

Axios reported that the plan remains in its early stages but that it could set out US policy towards the Middle East for the remainder of Trump's term.

Euronews · Sep 5

The Middle East Conflict Is Not Yet Over. But A Post-war Strategy Is In The Works

The post-war strategy is being guided by the political strategists of the Trump administration in coordination with various US agencies. President Donald Trump himself has reportedly attended two meetings with senior aides in the recent weeks on the strategy. Trump has hinted ithat Washington is working on "something much bigger"…

International Business Times · Sep 5

Oil ends week higher on renewed US-Iran strikes, diesel hits record

Oil prices have surged dramatically this week amidst escalating military tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Record-high retail diesel prices in the U.S. are fueling global inflation concerns. Supply chain disruptions in the Middle East are dealing a blow to crude oil futures. Analysts warn of potential further increases if…

The Economic Times · Sep 5