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Donald Trump must proceed with caution on Iran

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: A misstep by America in the Middle East could be catastrophic, so it needs to seek a resolution through negotiation

The Independent UK

Iran Tensions Underpin Crude Prices

March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) today is up +0.45 (+0.69%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) is up +0.0193 (+1.00%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are moving higher today, but remain below Thursday's highs. Geopolitical risks in the Middle East are underpinning crude prices after President Trump warned Iran...

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US plane dubbed the ‘nuke sniffer’ lands in UK amid growing tensions with Iran

US president Donald Trump has warned ‘massive armada’ of American forces building up in the Middle East

The Independent UK

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‘Very big, powerful ships sailing to Iran’: Donald Trump issues warning to Tehran; what he is demanding

US President Trump expressed a preference for diplomacy with Iran, despite bolstering US military presence in the Middle East. He reiterated demands for Tehran to abandon nuclear ambitions and cease killing protesters. Discussions reportedly include targeting Iranian leadership and fostering conditions for regime change, leveraging recent anti-government unrest.

The Times of India

UK and allies ensuring Iran does not get nuclear weapons, Starmer says

Donald Trump has sent a ‘massive armada’ to the Middle East, as he urged the Iranian regime to come to the table on a deal over nuclear weapons.

Evening Standard

Trump-Iran latest: US president says ‘very big, powerful ships sailing to Iran’ as he signals talks

Iran condemns EU decision to list Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organisation

The Independent UK

UAE unveils region’s first biometric payment system using face and palm scans

The UAE has launched the Middle East's first biometric payment system, enabling transactions via facial recognition or palm scans. This initiative, a proof-of-concept by the Central Bank of the UAE, aims to enhance convenience and security, positioning the nation as a leader in financial innovation and a digital-first economy.

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As Syria’s new government consolidates its power, the Kurdish minority fears for its future

Renewed fighting in Syria in recent weeks between government-aligned forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) isn’t just a local issue. It has serious implications for the stability of the rest of the Middle East.

The Conversation

US announces multi-day aerial military drills in the Middle East amid Iran tensions

Exercises described by President Trump as an ‘armada’ to be led by the USS Abraham Lincoln amid standoff

The Guardian - UK

What military hardware is on the USS Abraham Lincoln? The nuclear-powered carrier in the Middle East

The American Navy describes the USS Abraham Lincoln as ‘the largest warship in the world,’ which can support over 65 aircraft and 97,000 tons of equipment.

Euronews

Trump says Iran ‘is ready to make a deal’ just as US armada arrives in the Middle East

The US president said Tehran ‘wants to talk’ after the US moved military assets to the region ahead of possible strikes

The Independent UK

Disney CEO confirms Yas Island site for Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed Disneyland Abu Dhabi will be built on Yas Island, marking the seventh global park and the first in the Middle East. Developed with Miral, the resort will feature a signature castle, climate-adapted attractions, and themed experiences, blending Disney magic with Emirati culture. Construction is expected…

The Times of India

“Should Be In Jail”: Royal Author Reveals The Country Prince Andrew Will Move To After Eviction

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is considering moving to the Middle East, seeking sunshine and privacy amid ongoing royal fallout.

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Iran tensions: US aircraft carrier, warships arrive in Middle East

The United States has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln along with three accompanying warships to the Middle East. The move has renewed the possibility of President Donald Trump ordering military action against Iran amid its violent crackdown on protesters.

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The Independent UK

US aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East as tensions with Iran remain high

The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and three accompanying warships have arrived in the Middle East

The Independent UK

US warships arrive in Middle East amid fears Trump will finally order Iran strike

The US president has repeatedly threatened to strike Iran if it did not stop killing protesters

Euronews

EU plans investment conference in Jordan in April

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit Amman as the EU attempts to use economic diplomacy to foster prosperity in stable areas of the Middle East.

The Times of India

Is Kamenei hiding in bunker? Tensions rise after Trump says 'armada' of US warships heading towards Iran

Amid heightened US attack fears, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei has reportedly moved to a fortified underground shelter. This follows US President Trump's warning of a naval "armada" deployment to the Middle East. Iran's military vows a strong response to any aggression, as domestic unrest over economic hardship continues.

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The Times of India

Iran reacts to ‘military build-up’ in Middle East; warns US of ‘all-out war’

Iran has issued a stern warning, stating any attack will be treated as an all-out war, amid the deployment of a US aircraft carrier strike group and other military assets to the Middle East. Tehran's military is on high alert, prepared for the worst-case scenario as tensions escalate following US-backed…

The Times of India

Middle East on edge: Lufthansa, Air France and others cancel flights amid rising US–Iran tensions

Escalating US-Iran tensions have triggered a wave of flight cancellations across the Middle East, impacting major airlines like Air France and Lufthansa. Carriers are suspending or scaling back services to Israel and Gulf hubs due to security concerns.

The Independent UK

What US military assets has Trump sent to the Middle East?

Mr Trump said he moved the military assets ‘just in case’

Euronews

Death toll in Iran's protest crackdown reaches 5,002 as Trump says US 'armada' approaching

The US military meanwhile has moved more military assets toward the Middle East, including the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and associated warships.

The Independent UK

Trump warns US ‘armada’ is approaching as Iran death toll hits 5,000

An American aircraft carrier group is moving closer to the Middle East

Golf Monthly

What Is The Emirates Golf Club Course Record At The Dubai Desert Classic?

No one has gone lower than Ernie Els at the 'Major of the Middle East'

International Business Times

Harley Lippman on America's Role in a Shifting Global Landscape

Lippman's foreign policy commentary spans Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East. He frames American engagement as a blend of support for democratic processes, deterrence of aggression, and strategic pressure on actors that threaten stability.

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