Oil stabilises as investors weigh US, Iran threats to facilities, sanctions lift - Reuters

Oil stabilises as investors weigh US, Iran threats to facilities, sanctions lift  Reuters

'A direct hit' - BBC visits Israeli town after Iranian strike

The BBC's Sebastian Usher reports from Dimona in southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian missile.

Iranians Fear Trump’s Threat to Strike Power Plants

With President Trump threatening to strike Iranian power plants, some war-weary civilians are panicking over a possible new debacle.

By Farnaz Fassihi

Traders Brace for Turbulent Open as War Rages On: Markets Wrap - Bloomberg.com

Traders Brace for Turbulent Open as War Rages On: Markets Wrap  Bloomberg.com

FirstFT: Donald Trump pushes Iran war to new escalatory phase with Hormuz ultimatum

Also in today’s newsletter: China attempts to woo global CEOs, and carmakers retreat from EV plans

Trump threats, U.S. troop build-up raise specter of battle for Hormuz

Israelis said securing the strait for energy shipments could become the war’s main goal now that regime change and ending Iran’s ability to obtain a nuclear weapon seem out of reach.

By Greg Miller, Rachel Chason, Sammy Westfall, Heidi Levine

Trump news at a glance: president gives Iran an ultimatum, Iran issues Middle East a threat

Trump vows to ‘hit and obliterate’ Iran’s power plants if it fails to reopen strait of Hormuz by his deadline – key US politics stories from 22 March at a glance Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to reopen the strait of Hormuz to shipping or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure, as Tehran launched its most destructive attack yet on Israel. The ultimatum, made just a day after the US president said he was considering “winding down” military operations after three weeks of war, ...

By Guardian staff

The Iran war is impacting the global economy, and Asia is particularly vulnerable

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with Martin Wolf, chief economics commentator for the Financial Times, about how the war on Iran is effecting the global economy.

By Ayesha Rascoe

Trump, Starmer agree Strait of Hormuz must reopen as Middle East conflict escalates

Strait of Hormuz closure dominates a Trump-Starmer call, as Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran warns of further U.S. strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure.

Iran war live: Tehran vows to ‘completely close’ Hormuz if power plants hit

US-Israel attacks on Iran continue as Israeli forces blow up the Qasimiyah Bridge in south Lebanon.

Iran war live: Gulf energy sites threatened after Trump’s strait of Hormuz deadline - The Times

Iran war live: Gulf energy sites threatened after Trump’s strait of Hormuz deadline  The Times

Asia-Pacific markets set to fall as investors brace for escalating tensions in Mideast

Asia-Pacific markets were set to fall on Monday as investors grappled with escalating tensions in the Middle East after the U.S. and Iran threatened to step up military hostilities.

Iran awaits Trump threat to ‘obliterate’ power plants, readies response

Iran on Monday faces a deadline by US President Donald Trump to open up the crucial Strait of Hormuz or face a major US assault on power plants, as Israel warned of weeks more of war. Israel also gave the clearest signs yet it intends a ground campaign into Lebanon, destroying a key bridge as it vows to crush Hezbollah, the Shia Muslim movement backed by Iran. Trump, after enthusiastically backing Israel in the war the two countries launched on February 28, is under political pressure as fuel...

By Agence France-Presse

Iran threatens strikes on regional energy facilities after Trump’s demand to reopen Strait of Hormuz - The Globe and Mail

Iran threatens strikes on regional energy facilities after Trump’s demand to reopen Strait of Hormuz  The Globe and Mail

Iran war: Tehran vows response to Trump's Hormuz threats

Tehran has said it will hit energy and desalination infrastructure if the US targets Iran's energy infrastructure. Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.

Live: Trump-Iran showdown risks worst global energy crisis in decades, IEA warns

Iran on Monday faces a deadline by President Donald Trump to open up the crucial Strait of Hormuz or face a major US assault on power plants, as Israel warned of weeks more of war. The International Energy Agency said the crisis is more severe than the 1970s oil shocks combined. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

Financial markets are responding to the Iran conflict in unexpected ways — leaving some investors puzzled

Gold, often a haven during times of stress, has been falling. Meanwhile, stocks are down, but not as much as many expected.

By Gordon Gottsegen

UK has ‘nothing’ to stop ballistic missiles fired from Iran claim military experts

Military experts have issued a damning assessment of the UK’s defence systems after Israel warned London was in range of Iranian missiles - although the Ministry of Defence insists the country has the resources to ‘keep the UK safe from any kind of attacks’

By Harriette Boucher

Global Natural Gas Markets Are A Bigger Problem Than Oil Right Now - Forbes

Global Natural Gas Markets Are A Bigger Problem Than Oil Right Now  Forbes

Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz - Nikkei Asia

Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz  Nikkei Asia

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures fall as 4-week down spiral continues, Trump threatens Iran

Trump and Iran exchange threats on infrastructure as war enters fourth week

After the president vowed to 'obliterate' power plants unless Strait of Hormuz was opened with 48 hours, the Islamic republic promised to attack U.S. energy, IT and water installations in the Middle East

By AFP

After Trump's warning, Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has threatened to completely shut the Strait of Hormuz if the US strikes its energy facilities, warning that regional energy infrastructure hosting US bases would become targets. This escalation follows President Trump's ultimatum. The conflict has already impacted global oil prices and caused significant damage and displacement on both sides.

By TOI WORLD DESK

Iran fires missiles at Israel: Several wounded, one severely; IDF strikes Tehran - Haaretz

Iran fires missiles at Israel: Several wounded, one severely; IDF strikes Tehran  Haaretz

‘Strait of Hormuz will be completely closed’: Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatum

Iran US war LIVE updates: Crude oil prices up again as Trump, Iran trade ultimatums on Strait of Hormuz

Iran US war LIVE updates: Benchmark US oil contract WTI was up Monday after US President Donald Trump gave Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz or face decimation of its energy infrastructure, and Israel warned the war would continue for several more weeks.

Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatum - The Straits Times

Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatum  The Straits Times

Trump, Starmer agree reopening Strait of Hormuz is essential to stabilize global energy market

Trump and Starmer's conversation comes days after the UK authorized the US to use British military bases to carry out strikes on Iranian missile sites used to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

$2 Million Toll On Ships To Pass Strait Of Hormuz? What Iran Said

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the Strait of Hormuz is "open to everyone" except Iran's adversaries as he set out Tehran's policy on X.

Korean won sinks to 17-year low on Mideast turmoil

The Korean won fell to its weakest level in 17 years on Monday, breaching 1,510 per US dollar, as escalating tensions in the Middle East sent shock waves through global markets. As of 9:42 a.m., the won was trading at 1,510.3 per dollar, a retreat of 9.7 won from Friday’s close. After opening at 1,504.9, it weakened to as much as 1,511.8 in morning trade — its lowest value against the dollar since March 10, 2009, when it hit 1,561 won. The currency had already closed past the 1,500 mark for two

By The Korea Herald

Stocks slide in Japan as Strait of Hormuz fears amplify risk-off mood

The Nikkei 225 fell over 3.1% in early Monday trading while the broader Topix dropped as much as 2.7%, with skyrocketing oil prices sapping risk appetite across sectors.

War Diary Day 23: US ultimatum pushes war to the brink

On the 23rd day of the US- Israeli war against Iran, the conflict entered its most dangerous phase yet as US President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum imposed a hard deadline on an already grinding and multi-front war. The demand that Iran fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its power infrastructure has compressed timelines and raised the risk of immediate escalation. Tehran’s response was swift. It warned that any attack on its power, fuel or ener...

By none@none.com (Baqir Sajjad Syed)

War in the Middle East and its impact on the global economy

Recently, the global economy has faced severe challenges, notably the pandemic, the Ukraine war and disruptions in global trade. Currently, it is once again confronted with a new and rapidly evolving armed conflict in the sensitive region of the Middle East, a development that is not only costing innocent lives but also generating widespread uncertainty […]

Iran threatens Middle East infrastructure after Trump ultimatum

Iran threatened on Sunday to attack key infrastructure across the Middle East if US President Donald Trump follows through on his vow to "obliterate" the Islamic republic's power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz swiftly reopens.

By RFI

Trump gives Iran deadline to open Strait of Hormuz

Follow developments in the Middle East as an Iranian missile injures 100 people in Israel, and US President Donald Trump gives Iran a 48-hour deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz

Global economy under 'major threat' from Strait of Hormuz crisis: IEA chief

Markets on edge as U.S.-Iran conflict deepens, energy risks mount

Netanyahu presses Europe to back Israel’s campaign against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stepped up pressure on foreign leaders to line up behind Israel and the United States against Iran, as Israel’s military campaign and the wider confrontation with Tehran continued to escalate. In remarks on Saturday, Netanyahu said international reaction had so far been restrained, but claimed some countries were beginning to […]

By newsroom

Live: Oil prices rise as fall out from Middle East crisis continues

The prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on energy facilities could deepen the regional crisis and rattle markets.

Iran threatens energy infrastructure after Trump Strait of Hormuz ultimatum

US president Donald Trump vowed to “obliterate” the Iran’s power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz swiftly reopens.

Iran threatens to retaliate vs Gulf energy, water after Trump ultimatum

Tehran continues to demonstrate the ability to carry out attacks after more than three weeks of heavy US and Israeli bombardment

By Reuters

Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade - The Jakarta Post

Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade  The Jakarta Post

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants over Strait of Hormuz blockade - The Kyiv Independent

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants over Strait of Hormuz blockade  The Kyiv Independent

Three weeks in, Iran war escalates beyond Trump’s control - eKathimerini.com

Three weeks in, Iran war escalates beyond Trump’s control  eKathimerini.com

Iran vows full Hormuz Strait closure, strikes on energy sites after Trump ultimatum - Arab News

Iran vows full Hormuz Strait closure, strikes on energy sites after Trump ultimatum  Arab News

Iran to completely close Hormuz if Trump executes threats on Iranian energy, Revolutionary Guards say

Earlier, Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran power plants if Hormuz not reopened within 48 hours

By Reuters

Iran awaits Trump threat to blow up power plants - The Daily Star

Iran awaits Trump threat to blow up power plants  The Daily Star

Oil Up, Stocks Down To Start Week As War Escalates & Gamma Unclenches

Oil Up, Stocks Down To Start Week As War Escalates & Gamma Unclenches Following a weekend where geopolitical headlines swung from "winding down" (Friday after the close) to threats, deadlines, and "obliteration" tit-for-tat talk suggesting no end in sight, it is perhaps no surprise that oil prices are up (and so equity futures are down) as we open Sunday night. WTI topped $100 again (but is fading back a little from the opening spike)... Futs are down around 1-1.5% from the a...

By Tyler Durden

France’s measured approach in the Strait of Hormuz

As the U.S.-Israeli aggression against Iran enters its fourth week, it appears to be a war without a clear goal, plan or endgame for Washington. However, for Tel Aviv, it is framed...

Iran vows retaliation after US’ 48-hour ultimatum to open Hormuz - Global Times

Iran vows retaliation after US’ 48-hour ultimatum to open Hormuz  Global Times

Iran: Hormuz Open with Exceptions for 'Enemy-Linked' Ships - Tempo.co English

Iran: Hormuz Open with Exceptions for 'Enemy-Linked' Ships  Tempo.co English

US/Israel-Iran War (Day 23): Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz

This ultimatum comes a day after the president said the US was considering “winding down” as it is getting “close to meeting its objective.” The post US/Israel-Iran War (Day 23): Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

Iran vows to strike US infrastructure in massive retaliation

Tehran tested missiles capable of reaching Berlin, Paris, and Rome.

Iran War: Trump Issues 48 Hour Unhinged Ultimatum to Iran; Iran Vows Mass Destruction Countermeasures; Israel Takes Hit to Dimona Area, Other Blows After Second Firing on Iran Nuclear Reactor Site ; More Warnings of Deep Damage from Strait of Hormuz Closure, LNG Reduction Effects

Today's Iran war update: Trump threatens action which will lead to Iran retaliation that will destroy the world economy. Will he proceed?

By Yves Smith

Iran claims that Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except “hostile” ones

The Strait of Hormuz remains open to navigation, except for vessels linked to “Iran’s enemies.”

Iran threatens Middle East infrastructure after Trump ultimatum - Dhaka Tribune

Iran threatens Middle East infrastructure after Trump ultimatum  Dhaka Tribune

Iran Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz as US Issues Ultimatum - The Daily Star Lebanon

Iran Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz as US Issues Ultimatum  The Daily Star Lebanon

Iran threatens to completely close Hormuz if US targets power plants

Iran’s military threatens to completely shut down the strategic Strait of Hormuz if the US acts on threats to target the country’s power plants. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-threatens-to-completely-close-hormuz-if-us-targets-power-plants/

By Punch Newspapers

War more than six months would hit global economy – TotalEnergies boss

If the war in the Middle East drags out more than six months, economies around the world would suffer “real impacts”, the head of French oil giant TotalEnergies said on Sunday. “If it’s more than six months, we will have some real impacts. All the economies of the world will be damaged,” CEO Patrick Pouyanne […] The post War more than six months would hit global economy – TotalEnergies boss appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

Protothema in Arad immediately after Iran’s strike: Hundreds injured by ballistic missile, an entire building vanished, watch video

Protothema.gr’s correspondent in Israel, Giannis Charamidís, reports from Arad immediately after Tehran’s heavy strike The post Protothema in Arad immediately after Iran’s strike: Hundreds injured by ballistic missile, an entire building vanished, watch video appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By admin

Iran charges $2 million levy to sail through the Strait of Hormuz as Trump gives an ultimatum - rudaw.net

Iran charges $2 million levy to sail through the Strait of Hormuz as Trump gives an ultimatum  rudaw.net

Trump says US will ‘obliterate’ Iran’s power plants if Strait of Hormuz not open before 48-hour deadline - the-star.co.ke

Trump says US will ‘obliterate’ Iran’s power plants if Strait of Hormuz not open before 48-hour deadline  the-star.co.ke

Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade - Daily Monitor

Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade  Daily Monitor

Trump threatens to attack Iran power plants over Hormuz deadline

The United States has issued a 48-hour deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with President Donald Trump threatening to strike Iran’s power plants, prompting warnings from Tehran of attacks on energy infrastructure across the Middle East. Iran said it would target oil and energy facilities across the Gulf if its power network came under attack. Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said “critical infrastructure and energy and oil infrastructure throughout the region will be conside...

Iran threatens Mideast infrastructure after Trump ultimatum - Kuwait Times

Iran threatens Mideast infrastructure after Trump ultimatum  Kuwait Times

Iran Threatens to Completely Close Strait of Hormuz if US Targets Energy Facilities

Iran has issued a sharp warning that it will completely shut the strategic Strait of Hormuz if US President Donald Trump carries out threats against its energy infrastructure.  The post Iran Threatens to Completely Close Strait of Hormuz if US Targets Energy Facilities appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Firdaous Naim

Netanyahu calls for international involvement in US-Israeli war on Iran - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Netanyahu calls for international involvement in US-Israeli war on Iran  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s power plants unless Hormuz opens within 48 hours

Donald Trump has issued Iran a 48-hour deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure.

By David Apinga

Iran will respond to Trump’s ‘delirious threats’ on battlefield: Pezeshkian - PressTV

Iran will respond to Trump’s ‘delirious threats’ on battlefield: Pezeshkian  PressTV

Trump and Iran trade threats over energy targets as war escalates - thecitizen.co.tz

Trump and Iran trade threats over energy targets as war escalates  thecitizen.co.tz

Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran on Strait of Hormuz - AzerNews

Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran on Strait of Hormuz  AzerNews

War in the Middle East: heading towards a major global economic crisis? - Seneweb

War in the Middle East: heading towards a major global economic crisis?  Seneweb