Oil prices rise after ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Month: March 2026
Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa’s lawless Sahel region
Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.
Nine dead in missile attack on Israel as Iran strikes region
Several deaths are reported across the Middle East as Tehran retaliates for massive strikes by the US and Israel.
Allies of US in the Gulf bear brunt of Iran attacks
Iran’s attacks on Gulf Arab states suggest the Islamic Republic is targeting not just the US military but also civilian infrastructure.
At least 153 dead after reported strike on school, Iran says
Iran has blamed the US and Israel for the strike; the US is looking into reports of the incident, while the IDF says it is “not aware” of operations in the area.
Ayatollah Khamenei’s iron grip on power in Iran comes to an end
Iranian state TV confirms the supreme leader has been killed on the first day of massive US and Israeli air strikes on the country.