President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is dealing with the economic fallout from the Iran crisis and mockery from US President Trump, who shared a 'Saturday Night Live' sketch, prompting UK ministers to discuss responses to energy prices.
US and Israeli forces have reportedly carried out extensive, "unprecedented" strikes across Iran, including on a nuclear facility, as US President Donald Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Tehran is set to expire.
Vice President Sara Duterte's camp has not yet indicated whether she will attend the House of Representatives’ committee on justice impeachment hearings scheduled for March 25.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for the immediate enforcement of a bill to slash excise taxes on fuel products, according to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, though the bill has not yet been signed.
Voters are increasingly concerned about healthcare affordability, with many pointing to the issue in the context of the Affordable Care Act and potential health care cuts under President Trump.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was reappointed as president of state affairs and supreme leader for the third consecutive time, reaffirming his grip on power, while his powerful sister Kim Yo Jong was notably excluded from the highest state body, and analysts anticipate constitutional changes to formally define inter-Korean relations as "two hostile states."
Following US President Donald Trump's threat to "obliterate" Iran's power plants, Iran has warned of attacks on Persian Gulf energy systems and threatened to deploy mines in the Gulf if its coasts are hit, prompting warnings from China and reactions from Russia.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held a constructive phone call, agreeing on the essential need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Following the discussion, Starmer is set to chair a Cobra meeting to address the Iran war and Middle East crisis.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has authorized the release of P145.56 billion for the Central Mindanao High Standard Highway Construction Project, aiming to significantly reduce travel time and boost economic growth in the region.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to lead the inauguration of a P500-million mega cold storage facility in San Jose village, Pili town, Camarines Sur.
Chad Wolf commented on former President Trump's commitment to addressing the China threat by rebuilding America's industrial capacity for critical weapons systems and munitions.
Amid escalating conflict, the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical passage, with Japan's PM explaining legal limitations to President Trump regarding contributions to navigation safety, while Russia and China voice concern and analysts question the US's ability to secure it alone.
European stock markets, including the Danish C25 index, are anticipated to open sharply lower as the ongoing war in Iran and President Trump's deadline regarding the Strait of Hormuz negatively affect global market sentiment, with most Danish stocks in the red.
Malacañang has criticized Navotas Lone District Rep. Toby Tiangco for his 'baseless statements' alleging vote-buying in the House of Representatives to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected a P500-million cold storage facility and solar-powered irrigation projects in Camarines Sur, emphasizing government efforts to enhance farm productivity and food security.
President Trump's military operations against the Islamic Republic aim to end 47 years of Iranian terrorism and support Iranian people's freedom movement.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the importance of a stronger EU-Australia relationship, citing the Middle East conflict as a reminder of global interconnectedness and its economic shockwaves.