Singapore PM Warns Mideast Crisis Could Prolong Supply Disruptions, Raise Recession Risks
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong warns Mideast crisis may prolong supply disruptions, raise recession risks globally, and impact Singapore's economy.
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Singapore PM Lawrence Wong warns Mideast crisis may prolong supply disruptions, raise recession risks globally, and impact Singapore's economy.
UAE exits OPEC, breaking a 65-year cartel system. Report says long-term oil prices may soften, benefiting India's downstream OMCs despite near-term volatility.
US Embassy in Beirut says Lebanon has historic chance to reclaim country, urges direct talks with Israel for full sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Air India Express reinstates flights to Qatar, Bahrain, UAE, Oman & Saudi Arabia from April 30. Major Indian metros & regional hubs connected.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will play World Cup 2026 matches in the USA, despite political tensions and security concerns.
US President Donald Trump says Iran is "dying to make a deal" as he claims military action degraded its navy, air force, and missile capabilities.
President Trump says only he and a few others know the real status of Iran negotiations, as a War Powers deadline approaches and Hegseth defends the ceasefire.
Netanyahu says Israel intercepted a "Hamas-supporting" flotilla bound for Gaza. Spain's PM and others condemn the action as a violation of international law.
Trump says Iran is "dying to make a deal" as US military operations degrade its capabilities, alleging mass killings and economic collapse.
US President Donald Trump congratulates Ali al-Zaidi on his nomination as Iraq's next PM, signaling support for a new government and closer bilateral relations.
Economist John Sfakianakis says UAE's OPEC exit gives Asian buyers some bargaining leverage, but rising demand limits gains. Geopolitical risks keep oil prices high.
John Sfakianakis says UAE's OPEC exit aligns with US strategy and Israel normalization, deepening rift with Saudi Arabia over oil policy and regional influence.
Iran's Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf says Tehran will secure the Persian Gulf and end US interference by controlling the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian President Pezeshkian signals readiness for diplomacy if US changes approach, discusses Strait of Hormuz security with Japan PM.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warns any US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz is doomed to failure, calling it illegal and a threat to regional stability.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says a "new chapter is emerging" for the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz after the US "shameful failure" in the region.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei announces new legal framework for Strait of Hormuz, promising peace and progress, while criticizing US presence.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei says the future of the Persian Gulf will be free of US presence, calling for a new regional order.
IDF destroys Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov, issues evacuation orders in southern Lebanon, and dismantles over 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites.
Former Indian envoy Navdeep Singh Suri says Iran and US blockade of Strait of Hormuz is illegal, impacting India's economy amid West Asia conflict.