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Israel claims Iran security chief killed, presses Europe on Hezbollah

Israel has claimed it has killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s powerful national security chief, in a strike on Tehran, as fresh bombardments hit cities across the Middle East following weeks of escalating conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Fresh modelling shows oil price shocks and soaring prices for other commodities will have a lasting impact on Australia's economy.

AAP

Australia prepares fuel plans if Mideast war drags on

Australia is preparing for all scenarios should the war in the Middle East go on indefinitely and the fuel crisis escalates, the prime minister says.

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Crude Oil Prices Gain as Iran Renews Attacks on Middle East Energy Infrastructure

April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) today is up +1.41 (+1.51%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) is up +0.0849 (+2.83%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are moving sharply higher today, with gasoline posting a 1-week high. Energy prices are rising amid renewed attacks on key energy infrastructure in the...

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European airlines boost direct flights to Asia and Africa as passengers avoid Middle East

Travellers looking to avoid once-popular stopover hubs like Dubai and Doha are increasing demand for long-haul direct routes.

Euronews

Would more North Sea drilling lower UK energy bills? Our analysis says no

As the Middle East conflict intensifies and oil and gas prices swing wildly, the UK has seen renewed calls to drill more in the North Sea. The argument is straightforward: if Britain produces more of its own oil and gas, household energy bills should fall.

The Conversation

Is Russia using the war in the Middle East to spread disinformation about Ukraine?

Russia has consistently spread disinformation about Ukraine since the start of its full-scale invasion. Now, analysts say the Kremlin is shifting its messaging strategy by exploiting narratives about the war in the Middle East. The Cube debunks some of the false claims.

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‘Leave immediately’: UK puts 14 countries on ‘do not travel’ list amid Middle East tensions

Amid escalating instability in the Middle East, the UK government has issued its strongest travel warning, placing 14 countries on its “do not travel” list, urging British nationals to leave immediately if they are currently in these regions.

The Times of India

Why developing nations could be the first to suffer as the Middle East conflict raises food prices

Geopolitical tensions rarely stay confined to the battlefield. They ripple through global markets – particularly energy and food. The war between the US, Israel and Iran is a reminder of how quickly conflict can affect food security far beyond the region.

The Conversation

Fix your mortgage now or face higher payments, experts warn

Sub-4% mortgages have met a rapid demise as the Middle East crisis causes global economic uncertainty

The Independent UK

Stock Index Futures Muted as Oil Prices Resume Advance After Iran Strikes, FOMC Meeting in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.02%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -0.04% this morning, pointing to a muted open on Wall Street after a tech-led rebound in the prior session as attacks on critical energy infrastructure in the Middle East sparked a fresh…

Barchart

British Airways returns to Melbourne and Colombo as long-haul links expand

Preference for nonstop flights to Asian destinations likely to grow as a result of Middle East conflict

The Independent UK

Iran war impact: Sri Lanka shifts to 4-day week to conserve fuel

Sri Lanka has declared Wednesdays a public holiday to conserve fuel amid escalating Middle East tensions impacting global oil supplies. This move, alongside similar measures in other Asian nations like Thailand and Myanmar, aims to mitigate potential shortages. Motorists in Sri Lanka now face fuel rationing, a stark reminder of…

The Times of India

RBA narrowly votes to lift interest rates. The Middle East war may determine if there’s more to come

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted official interest rates for the second time this year as it struggles to bring inflation under control, saying inflation is “likely to remain above target for some time”.

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Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coalminer New Hope is experiencing a price lift for the black mineral from the war in the Middle East, after posting a sharp fall in interim profit.

Evening Standard

Starmer to chair Cabinet after Trump attack on UK’s response to Iran war

The Middle East crisis is likely to top the agenda as the Prime Minister holds a weekly meeting with senior ministers.

AAP

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

The closure of one of the world's most important oil corridors continues to wreak economic havoc but Australia's navy is unlikely to join efforts to reopen it.

International Business Times UK

'Permanent High Point': Did Fuel Stations Overcharge Australians Amid Middle East Conflict?

The NRMA has accused some fuel stations of jacking up prices during the Middle East conflict and warned that record-high fuel costs in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane may now represent a 'permanent high point'.

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'War is not a video game': France gauges response to the Middle East conflict

With French warships deployed from the Mediterranean to the Strait of Hormuz, former French general Dominique Trinquand speaks to RFI about what's at stake for France, Europe and the risk of conflict escalation in the Middle East.

International Business Times UK

Ukraine Offers Drone Support to US in Middle East Under One Condition: Access to Advanced Tech and Funding

Zelenskyy says Ukraine sent three teams to the Middle East to help counter Iranian drones and wants funding and advanced technology in return.

Evening Standard

Zelensky to visit UK on Tuesday as Starmer warns of oil ‘windfall’ for Russia

The Ukrainian president’s visit comes as the Middle East conflict has driven up the price of oil, benefiting Russia.

The Independent UK

Starmer set for Zelensky talks amid Russian oil ‘windfall’ fears

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UK will not be drawn into ‘wider war’ in Middle East, says PM Keir Starmer; seeks allied plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will not join a wider Middle East war, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, despite collaborating with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized restoring shipping flows and global market stability, ruling out a NATO mission. Starmer stressed the need for a collective, viable plan,…

International Business Times UK

Is Donald Trump Lying? Iran's Foreign Minister Says 'We Never Asked for a Ceasefire' After Trump Says They Want a Deal

Iran denies requesting a ceasefire, contradicting Donald Trump's claims, as the Middle East conflict continues and global tensions rise.

International Business Times

FTSE 100 Holds Steady Near 10,260 as Markets Await BoE Decision Amid Oil Surge and Geopolitical Strain

Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index remained little changed in early trading Monday, March 16, 2026, as investors positioned cautiously ahead of this week's Bank of England policy meeting while digesting the fallout from elevated oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions.

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