Trump describes UK aircraft carriers as ‘toys’ in latest anti-Nato jibe
US president says he is ‘very disappointed’ as he again lashes out at allies’ lack of involvement in Iran warMiddle …
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The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war
Air superiority is supposed to deliver a quick triumph. But history has shown that promise to be written on the …
Middle East conflict could raise clothing prices by up to 10%
Retailer says higher fuel and factory costs may hit supply chains and lead to ‘significant increase in prices’ Business live …
Thursday briefing: Why most Israelis back the conflict with Iran, even as international support wanes
In today’s newsletter: This new war has exposed widening fractures between Israel and its allies, and the country finds itself …
Middle East crisis live: Trump insists Iran wants a deal despite initial rejection; China sees ‘glimmer of hope’ for talks
US president claims Iranian negotiators fear being killed by their own side; Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi says US and …
Andrew Hastie open to 25% tax on gas profits and says multinationals have ‘had a really good run’ on Australian wealth
Exclusive: Speaking with the Australian Politics podcast, the Liberal frontbencher says a sovereign wealth fund would set Australians up for …
Gulf states’ scepticism over alleged US-Iran talks signals a distrust of Trump
Reluctance to cheerlead alleged US ceasefire efforts reflects suspicion talk of peace could be another foil for escalationMiddle East crisis …
WHO warns of health crisis ‘unfolding in real time’ across Middle East
Hostilities should halt and healthcare facilities must be treated as ‘safe havens’, WHO’s regional chief has saidMiddle East crisis – …
Trump’s trip to meet Xi Jinping in China rescheduled for May due to Iran war
US president says he will host Chinese leader in a reciprocal visit later this yearDonald Trump will meet Xi Jinping …
US Postal Service to introduce 8% fuel surcharge on packages
Surcharge, spurred by oil price spikes due to the Iran war, is set to take effect on 26 April and …
‘We want peace’: Iranians try to maintain semblance of normal life as conflict drags on
Explosions lit up Tehran skyline as Israel launched new airstrikes but by morning joggers were in the parkMiddle East crisis …
Iran gives negative response to US ceasefire plan amid push for talks
Pakistani intermediaries deliver 15-point plan but some proposals proved intractable in previous negotiationsMiddle East crisis – live updatesIranian officials expressed …
Iran war threatens to delay large offshore wind projects in EU and UK
Industry fears strait of Hormuz closure could disrupt shipping of crucial parts for UK and German North Sea projects• Business …
Australians can expect high fuel costs to linger for far longer than the war in Iran
Rising inflation and unemployment mean effects of Iran war could be even worse than the post-Covid cost-of-living crisisGet our breaking …
Small petrol stations urge Albanese government to crack down on fuel wholesalers as operators run dry
Businesses ranging from vegetable growers to miners warn of disruption from rising petrol prices and lack of supplyGet our breaking …
‘Makes Covid look like a tea party’: Australian food prices could rise for the next year, farmers warn
Iran conflict could see shortages not just in fuel, but fertiliser and fossil fuel resins – used to make milk …
Stocks rise and oil dips on hopes of 15-point Iran peace plan
Markets in Asia and Europe move higher after Iran says it will permit ‘non-hostile’ ships through strait of HormuzBusiness live …
Middle East crisis live: Iran launches strikes on US bases in Gulf; oil prices drop after Trump ‘peace plan’ report
Iran Guards said they fired missiles at Israel and US forces in bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain; crude oil …
‘Political Band-aid’: cutting Australia’s fuel excise could make petrol shortages worse, economists say
Fuel tax cuts also risk adding to inflation by enabling some households with enough income to spend moreFollow our Australia …
Philippines declares ‘national energy emergency’ and boosts coal power as Iran war grinds on
President’s declaration allows officials to tackle fuel hoarding or profiteering, while energy secretary says country will lean more heavily on …