Middle East conflict offers economic lifeline to Russia’s flagging war machine

With much of the world’s oil supplies out of action, Russia could step in to meet demand in China and India A prolonged energy crisis triggered by the widening war in the Middle East could offer an economic lifeline to Russia’s war machine at a moment when it was beginning to show signs of strain. The sharp weakening and possible collapse of the regime in Iran would deprive the Kremlin of one of its closest regional partners. But that setback could be outweighed by an economic windfall if dis...

By Pjotr Sauer

‘Toxic’ postponed: Yash-starrer delayed due to “Middle East tensions”

‘Toxic’, starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, was scheduled to hit the screens on March 19, 2026. The film is jointly produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations

'Toxic' release postponed: Yash's film delayed by Middle East tensions; now out June 4

Kannada star Yash's ambitious film, 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups,' has been rescheduled to June 4, 2026. The postponement, attributed to Middle East tensions impacting global reach, ensures the movie avoids a clash with 'Dhurandhar 2.' This gangster action drama, co-written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas, is set in Goa and features a prominent female cast.

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Freight rates and tanker values skyrocket

Against the backdrop of rapidly escalating developments in the Middle East, shipping markets are reacting to the crisis with significant upward pressure on rates. Freight rates and tanker values skyrocket - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

By Αλεξία Σωτηρίου

Strait of Hormuz Closed, Indonesia Eyes US Crude Oil - Tempo.co English

Strait of Hormuz Closed, Indonesia Eyes US Crude Oil  Tempo.co English

Strait of Hormuz closure shakes markets; prolonged closure could deal heavy blow to Japanese economy - phnompenhpost.com

Strait of Hormuz closure shakes markets; prolonged closure could deal heavy blow to Japanese economy  phnompenhpost.com