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The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

Conflict triggers tourist visa, asylum seeker crackdown

The government has been lashed for introducing plans to crack down on a tourist visa loophole on the same day it granted asylum to five Iranian soccer players.

AAP

Wet February dampens retail sales amid Middle East conflict threat to confidence

Total UK retail sales increased by just 1.1% year on year, against already sluggish growth last February and well below the 12-month average of 2.3%.

Evening Standard

Martin Lewis issues urgent energy bill advice as oil prices surge

Martin Lewis has issued advice for those worried about their energy bills amid fears the war in the Middle East will spark another cost-of-living crisis in the UK, with fuel prices set to soar.

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Thousands of Australians return home amid Iran conflict

Foreign minister confirms more than 2600 Australians have arrived back from the UAE on 18 direct flights since the US-Israeli strikes were launched on Iran.

AAP

UK inflation ‘to be pushed higher’ by energy prices amid Iran conflict

The British Chambers of Commerce said the geopolitical situation could ‘change the economic outlook considerably’.

Evening Standard

Iran 'Far More Prepared For A Long War Than Trump Realises' As Middle East Conflict Threatens To Spiral

Iran signals readiness for a prolonged conflict with the US and Israel, relying on endurance and asymmetric warfare with far-reaching global implications.

International Business Times UK

State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts

The State Department has drawn down personnel at more U.S. diplomatic missions in and around the Middle East as it comes under increasing but historically familiar criticism for not doing enough to prepare

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RAF fighter jets shoot down drones targeting UK allies in Middle East

Defence secretary John Healey urged for de-escalation in Lebanon and ‘a return to a negotiated process’

The Independent UK

The Iranian revolution transformed global extremism, replacing left-wing radicalism with religion

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 reshaped the political landscape of the Middle East, replacing Iran’s Western-backed leader with an Islamic Republic. It transformed modern political extremism. Now, more than 40 years later, the Israeli–US attacks have killed the country’s supreme leader, creating the possibility of regime change. It reminds us…

The Conversation

Rachel Reeves issues warning over fuel prices and inflation as Iran war continues

Rachel Reeves has issued a stark warning regarding inflation amid fears that the escalating conflict in the Middle East could trigger another cost-of-living crisis in the UK, with fuel prices expected to surge.

The Independent UK

Macron announces 'defensive' mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Emmanuel Macron on Monday warned that an attack on Cyprus was an attack on all of Europe and said France and its allies were preparing a "defensive" mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the Middle East war entered its second week.

Radio France Internationale

Is This The Last Chance To Buy Dubai Property Before Prices Surge Again?

Dubai's record $250bn real estate boom faces new questions as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East prompt investors to reassess risks and opportunities.

International Business Times UK

Macron visits Cyprus as Europe tightens security in eastern Mediterranean

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Cyprus to show support and bolster defences after a drone strike heightened fears the Middle East conflict could spill onto European soil.

Radio France Internationale

Trump Dismisses Oil Spike Fears and Calls Critics 'Fools' as Other Countries Scramble for Oil Reserves

US President Trump downplays the crisis, calling it a minor sacrifice for global security. But the recent escalation in the Middle East has led to a significant rise in oil prices, prompting an emergency meeting among G7 leaders.

International Business Times UK

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Everybody Loves Your Money

Why Gas Prices Spike During Middle East Conflicts — And How Long It Usually Lasts

A missile launch thousands of miles away can push the price of gasoline up before the next morning commute even begins. That reality surprises many people, yet global oil markets react with lightning speed whenever tension rises in the Middle East. Traders, governments, and energy companies all watch the region…

The Economic Times

Iran-Israel conflict: CBSE postpones class 12 board exams till March 16 in Middle East

The Central Board of Secondary Education has postponed class 12 board exams in the Middle East. The decision comes amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. Exams scheduled from March 12 to 16 are now deferred. New dates will be announced later. The board will review the situation for further exams on…

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International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Needs Europe on Iran War as Spain's Defiance Shakes European Union's Unity

European leaders are showing mixed reactions to Trump's push for support against Iran, with Spain openly rejecting military action.

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The Independent UK

How war in the Middle East could affect UK interest rates

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Evening Standard

What does war in the Middle East mean for my finances?

Here, the Press Association looks at how the conflict could impact people’s finances in different ways.

Radio France Internationale

France launches nationwide petrol station inspections as fuel prices jump

France is set to carry out a blitz of petrol station inspections this week after a sharp rise in fuel prices sparked political anger and fears that retailers could exploit tensions in the Middle East.

The Times of India

Six hours through Oman’s desert: How a British father and daughter fled the Middle East crisis

Jamie Mallon, 54 and his daughter Izzy, 27 watched missiles being intercepted over Abu Dhabi skies for five days during Iranian attacks on the Middle East. The duo had arrived in the region for a relaxing getaway as the daughter had just returned from two and a half years of…

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Influencer Mercilessly Mocked After Claiming To Be “Stranded” Due To War Because He Refuses To Fly Economy

While the Middle East is struggling through a global emergency, Daniel Goz shared his complaints about seemingly not having a business-class ticket to Dubai.

The Times of India

Putin congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on appointment as Iran’s new leader, pledges 'unwavering' support

Russia's President Putin has pledged 'unwavering support' to Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, following his father's death in airstrikes. Putin expressed confidence in Mojtaba's ability to unite Iran amidst regional conflict. Reports also suggest Russia is sharing real-time intelligence on US military assets in the Middle East with Tehran,…

The Times of India

TikToker’s $2,000 escape: American woman recounts chaotic trip after Dubai flight diversion

Americans across the Middle East are scrambling to find flights back to the United States after regional airspace disruptions followed military strikes by the US and Israel on Iran over the weekend.

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