The Trump administration is considering sending thousands of US troops to the Middle East amid expanded conflict in Iran.
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US fixed 30-year mortgage rate hits three-month high amid Iran war
US 30-year fixed mortgage rates reach three-month high amid Middle East conflict concerns, affecting housing affordability efforts.
US approves billions in arms sales to Middle East countries
The U.S. State Department approved arms sales worth $16.5 billion to three Middle East countries amid rising tensions with Iran.
Trump says US needs more money to fund Iran war
Donald Trump said the US needs more funding for the Iran war amid Pentagon budget reports.
Belarus releases 250 prisoners, US agrees sanctions relief, Vilnius embassy says
Belarus freed 250 prisoners in a US-brokered deal, with some sent to Lithuania.
Iran attack wipes out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for up to five years, QatarEnergy CEO says: Reuters
Iran attack damaged 17% of Qatar's LNG capacity, CEO says.
Banksy unmasked: Reuters investigation finally reveals the identity of the pseudonymous and elusive renegade artist
Reuters investigation reveals the true identity of the pseudonymous artist Banksy.
India weighs rule to maximise output at imported-coal plants, sources say
India is considering a rule to force imported coal power plants to increase output ahead of summer.
Big central banks keep options open as traders suspect war will bring rate hikes
Major central banks kept rates steady but remain prepared to act amid inflation concerns tied to the U.S.-Israeli war on…
Thousands of US troops could be deployed for Iran war, Reuters reports
The Trump administration is considering sending thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East amid the conflict involving Iran.
India’s SBI Funds Management files for IPO
SBI Funds Management has submitted its draft prospectus for an IPO, according to a filing.
Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
The ECB held interest rates at 2%, citing risks from the war on Iran. Growth and inflation outlooks are uncertain.
Exclusive: India’s proposal to preload national ID app Aadhaar on phones faced pushback
India privately proposed preloading Aadhaar app on phones in January, facing pushback from smartphone companies.
U.S. and Israeli war aims in Iran are not the same, Gabbard says
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said US and Israeli goals in Iran differ.
US Senate panel votes to advance Trump Homeland nominee
US Senate panel advances Trump Homeland nominee Markwayne Mullin following vote
Iran Strike Damages 17% of Qatar LNG for 3-5 Years, Reuters Says
Iran's recent attack damaged 17% of Qatar's LNG export capacity, affecting production for 3-5 years.
Despite Trump comments, Israeli officials say US knew of Iran gas field strike
Israeli officials said the US knew about the Iran gas field strike despite Trump's denial.
Joint statement on Strait of Hormuz by European nations and Japan
European nations and Japan issue joint statement on Strait of Hormuz security and energy market stability.
Exclusive: Iran attack damage wipes out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for three to five years, QatarEnergy CEO says
Iran attacks destroyed 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity, repairs to take three to five years, says QatarEnergy CEO.
France’s Macron and India’s Modi discuss need for de-escalation in the Middle East
French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the need to reduce tensions in the Middle East…
US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers, Bessent says
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded on tankers to ease global…
US objectives in Iran have not changed, Hegseth says
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said US objectives in the war against Iran remain unchanged since February 28 strikes.
Bank of England policymakers unanimously keep rates on hold in face of war risks
Bank of England policymakers kept interest rates on hold amid inflation concerns from the Middle East war.
UK and Nigeria agree billion-dollar export finance deal to refurbish ports
UK and Nigeria close nearly $1 billion deal to redevelop Nigerian ports.
India recommends anti-dumping duty on Chinese chemical used in dye industry
India’s trade ministry suggests anti-dumping duty on Chinese chemical imports impacting local producers.
