How badly has the Iran war hit the global economy? The tell-tale signs
Oil and gas price hikes due to the war have rattled the global economy.
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Qatar Airways announces ‘limited’ flights to and from Doha
Airline says limited number of flights will operate as of March 18 between Qatari capital and dozens of destinations.
Iran officials tout ‘Trump-burning’ celebration amid battle of narratives
Iranian state media calls for turning fire festival into a symbolic protest by burning figures of Trump and Netanyahu.
European leaders reject military involvement in Strait of Hormuz
Pushback comes as US President Donald Trump says NATO allies should help secure key waterway amid soaring oil prices.
Kenya and Russia agree no Kenyans will be recruited for Ukraine war
Kenyan foreign minister meets Russian counterpart amid reports that hundreds of Kenyans are fighting in Russia, Ukraine.
US says it has destroyed Iran missile capacity: How is Iran still shooting?
Despite degraded launch capabilities, Iran has enough missiles to fire strategically, keep region on edge, say experts.
Qatar calls on Iran to stop Gulf attacks, urges diplomatic solution
Qatar foreign ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari accuses Iran of targeting civilian areas as he calls for de-escalation.
Iran war: What is happening on day 17 of US-Israel attacks?
Dubai contained a fire near its airport and temporarily suspended flights, while Trump claimed Iran wants to negotiate.
Drone strike disrupts Dubai flights as Iran continues Gulf attacks
Iran has sought to justify its attacks on Gulf countries, hitting civilian infrastructure as well as US assets.
Japan begins release of oil reserves as Iran war sparks energy crisis
Tokyo's move comes as oil prices remain elevated amid the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Madagascar names anticorruption chief as PM days after cabinet dissolved
President announces Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister after Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo was dismissed.
Rafah crossing closure leaves Gaza patients trapped without treatment
Thousands face worsening illness after closure of key crossing halts medical evacuations.
One Battle After Another’s big night: Key takeaways from the 2026 Oscars
Paul Thomas Anderson's political chase film earned six Oscars, beating the vampire thriller Sinners, which scored four.
Oscars 2026: Full list of winners
One Battle After Another wins six Oscars, while Sinners takes four awards.
Oil prices keep rising as Trump seeks coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude tops $106 a barrel as markets see no end in sight to the halt of traffic through the critical waterway.
Iran war live: Trump threatens NATO if allies fail to help on Hormuz
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran never sought a ceasefire with the US, and is ready for a long war.
Top Trump adviser says Iran war price tag at $12bn so far
Pressure grows on the US president's administration as war costs spiral and the mission's endgame remains unclear.
Muted response as Trump urges nations to escort ships through Hormuz Strait
The US president's call for allied naval forces comes as Iran's Revolutionary Guard says, 'Let him send his ships'.
Israeli attacks kill 13 in Gaza, including 2 children and a pregnant woman
Meanwhile, more than 20,000 patients await evacuation as the Rafah crossing is set to partially reopen on Wednesday.
Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia denies attacks on its oil facilities
Alireza Enayati says relations with Saudi Arabia are 'progressing naturally' and he's in contact with Saudi officials.