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Iran-US war latest: Trump pauses nightly attacks to make room for talks, says ambassador

The tanker had reportedly left an Iran-approved route in the vital shipping route

The Independent UK · Jul 26

12 commercial vessels redirected, two 'non-compliant' ships disabled as US enforces full blockade against Iran: CENTCOM

US Central Command confirmed its naval blockade against Iran remains fully operational. Coalition forces redirected twelve commercial vessels attempting to breach the maritime perimeter. Two ships were disabled after failing to comply with orders and ignoring warnings. Two other vessels were boarded to ensure complete adherence to the blockade. These…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

Trump Says 'Preference Is Diplomacy' as Houthis Strike Saudi Aramco Sites, Raising Fears of Wider Middle East War

The Iran conflict expanded into new flashpoints across the Middle East as Tehran-backed Houthi forces targeted Saudi energy infrastructure while Washington paused further strikes amid concerns over a broader regional war.

Benzinga · Jul 26

Gold edges up as Brent eases, Mideast developments in focus ahead of Fed meet

Gold prices saw a slight increase on Friday as Brent crude oil retreated from highs. Investors are assessing Middle East conflict developments and their inflation implications. They also await the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision next week. Bullion has seen a correction from record highs earlier this year. Elevated…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

Iran-backed Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia as regional tensions escalate

Saudi air defences intercept ballistic missiles as Iran reports first night without US strikes in two weeks

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25

Car production target hit by Mideast war

The escalating Israel-US war on Iran is denting Thai car exports to the Middle East, causing the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) to downgrade the country's car manufacturing target for 2026.

Bangkok Post · Jul 24

Houthis target Saudi oil facilities as new Middle East front

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure on Saturday, retaliating for Saudi strikes in Yemen and intensifying a regional conflict that is increasingly threatening energy supplies and vital shipping lanes.

France 24 · Jul 24

Iran attacks US bases across Middle East during the 14th consecutive night of strikes

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The Independent UK · Jul 24

Oil Has Topped $100 As The Iran War Escalates. Now Analysts Say Gas Prices Could Surge Even Higher

National average gasoline prices have already climbed above $4 a gallon, while crude oil has surged past $100 per barrel following weeks of escalating military action across the Middle East.

International Business Times · Jul 24

Perfect storm led by $100 oil batters shares

RECAP: Asian equity prices fell on Friday as world markets faced a perfect storm of $100 oil prices, resurgent Middle East fighting and worries about the AI investment boom.

Bangkok Post · Jul 24