[2026-03-25 17:28 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Industry bailouts defended as Iran war smashes markets

Snippet: March 25, 2026 17:28 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/industry-bailouts-defended-as-iran-war-smashes-markets/

[2026-03-25 17:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran says 243 students and teachers killed as nearly 500 schools targeted

Snippet: At least 243 students and teachers have been killed in Iran since the start of the war on 28 February, an official from the country’s Education Ministry said. The figures come amid growing concern over the impact of the conflict on civilians and public infrastructure.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-says-243-students-and-teachers-killed-nearly-500-schools-targeted

[2026-03-25 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Morning recap

Snippet: Tensions remain high across the Middle East as Israeli and Iranian military strikes intensify, while US President Donald Trump sends mixed signals on diplomacy and Iran’s leadership continues to deny any negotiations.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/morning-recap-136

[2026-03-25 17:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European markets set for higher open as U.S. seeks end to Iran conflict

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday as the U.S. showed further signs of efforts to de-escalate the war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/europan-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-cac-iran-news-oil-prices.html

[2026-03-25 17:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: How the Iran war is changing the way countries think about renewables

Snippet: The fallout from the Iran war is likely to expedite the shift away from fossil fuels and make countries think differently about the role renewables can play in shoring up energy security, analysts told CNBC.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/iran-war-renewables-solar-wind-oil-gas-energy-strait-of-hormuz.html

[2026-03-25 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Islamic Republic has not crushed the Iranian people’s resolve. This war will not do so either | Azar Nafisi

Snippet: Life and freedom are integral to the Iranian spirit. Even amid these dark days, I have hope that the conflict could liberate my people

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/25/iran-war-us-israel-islamic-republic-liberate

[2026-03-25 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River

Snippet: Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River Live Iran war live: Israel says it will control bridges and area south of Lebanon’s Litani River Meanwhile, Iran dismisses Trump's talk of negotiations as 'fake news' Key Points Iran to allow 'non-hostile' ships through Hormuz, excludes US-linked vessels Shell CEO says fuel shortages may reach Europe next month World facing biggest disruption to energy supplies in history, Canadian minister says Live Updates

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live/iran-war-live-israel-says-it-will-control-bridges-and-area-south-lebanons-litani-river

[2026-03-25 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iran says ‘non-hostile’ ships can pass safely through Strait of Hormuz - DailyNews

Snippet: Iran has said that “non-hostile” ships may transit the Strait of Hormuz amid a collapse of maritime traffic through the waterway that has prompted the biggest global energy crisis in decades.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/breaking-news/972543/iran-says-non-hostile-ships-can-pass-safely-through-strait-of-hormuz/

[2026-03-25 16:23 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer goods factories cut output as Iran war sends costs soaring

Snippet: Some Chinese producers are already feeling ‘intense’ strain as the conflict sends energy, logistics and raw material costs soaring

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347808/chinas-consumer-goods-factories-cut-output-iran-war-sends-costs-soaring

[2026-03-25 16:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Ejército iraní se burla de afirmación de Trump sobre negociaciones entre Washington y Teherán

Snippet: DUBÁI, Emiratos Árabes Unidos (AP) — Un portavoz militar iraní se burló el miércoles de los intentos de Estados Unidos de alcanzar un acuerdo de alto el fuego, lo que plantea dudas acerca de si el plan de 15 puntos propuesto por Washington tiene posibilidades de prosperar.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-eeuu-israel-trump-libano-e9e563b3b4b6e1b251e559f1a9627120

[2026-03-25 16:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt - DailyNews

Snippet: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has declared a national energy emergency in response to the US-Israel war on Iran ⁠and what he called the “imminent danger” posed to the country’s energy supply.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/breaking-news/972536/philippine-president-declares-energy-emergency-as-impact-of-iran-war-felt/

[2026-03-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Muslims in Indian-controlled Kashmir collect gold, money and livestock for Iran

Snippet: A boy donates his toy scooter during a relief drive for Iran in Budgam, Indian-controlled Kashmir, Monday, March 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Mukhtar Khan)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/photo-gallery/kashmir-iran-us-israel-war-donations-photos-0191c08ddf59cdb57cc23dbbece85996

[2026-03-25 15:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran to allow 'non-hostile' ships through Hormuz, excludes US-linked vessels

Snippet: Iran has told the International Maritime Organisation it will allow “non-hostile” shipping to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while excluding vessels linked to the United States, Israel and other countries it accuses of aggression, the Financial Times reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-allow-non-hostile-ships-through-hormuz-excludes-us-linked-vessels

[2026-03-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Fars: Iranian child dies from 'psychological shock ' after explosion

Snippet: A 10-year-old girl in Iran died after suffering “shock and psychological stress” following an explosion in the city of Yazd, according to Fars news agency.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/fars-iranian-child-dies-psychological-shock-after-explosion

[2026-03-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Israel’s military to occupy swathe of southern Lebanon amid widening war

Snippet: Israel plans to hold south Lebanon up to the Litani River, but Hezbollah vows to resist occupation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3347801/israels-military-occupy-swathe-southern-lebanon-amid-widening-war

[2026-03-25 15:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: US stocks give back some of the rally sparked by Trump's talk of negotiations with Iran

Snippet: NEW YORK — US stock indexes slipped Tuesday and gave back some of their rallies from the day before, while oil prices got back to rising as uncertainty continues about how long the war with Iran will last.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/business/foreign-business/us-stocks-give-back-some-of-the-rally-sparked-by-trumps-talk-of-negotiations-with-iran/2307035

[2026-03-25 15:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iranian missile attacks intensify over Israel after brief lull

Snippet: Missile attacks from Iran resumed over Israel after a brief lull, with air raid alerts sounding across central areas, including Tel Aviv, Al Jazeera reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iranian-missile-attacks-intensify-over-israel-after-brief-lull

[2026-03-25 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran

Snippet: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Trump administration offered a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran, a person briefed on the contours of the proposal said late Tuesday, even as the US military prepared to send at least 1,000 more troops to supplement some 50,000 troops already in the Mideast.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/world/americas-emea/trump-administration-offers-15-point-ceasefire-plan-to-iran/2307021

[2026-03-25 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran

Snippet: Iranian Red Crescent emergency workers use a bulldozer to clear rubble in Tehran, as the US offers a ceasefire plan. (AP Photo: Vahid Salemi)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/trump-administration-offers-15-point-ceasefire-plan-to-iran/106495478

[2026-03-25 15:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: Iranian military mocks Trump's claim of US-Iran negotiations

Snippet: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian military spokesperson mocked U.S. attempts at a ceasefire deal Wednesday, raising questions about whether a 15-point plan proposed by Washington has a chance to succeed.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-25-2026-be07c54139bcc70672bb33f0773ede6a

[2026-03-25 15:17 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Middle East crisis live: Iran launches strikes on US bases in Gulf; oil prices drop after Trump ‘peace plan’ report

Snippet: Iran Guards said they fired missiles at Israel and US forces in bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain; crude oil prices fall sharply in early trading

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/25/middle-east-crisis-live-iran-war-oil-prices-more-us-troops-reportedly-deployed-donald-trump-attacks-on-lebanon

[2026-03-25 15:12 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top China arms experts vanish, Andy Lau’s Ming dynasty mystery: 7 science highlights

Snippet: From top mathematician on leaving the US to China’s coal-to-medicine feat, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347780/top-china-arms-experts-vanish-andy-laus-ming-dynasty-mystery-7-science-highlights

[2026-03-25 15:07 UTC+10:00] [Australian politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia backs Lebanon’s sovereignty and opposes occupation, Penny Wong tells Israel

Snippet: Foreign minister reiterates condemnation of Iran over the strait of Hormuz, and says Australia does not want to see occupation of southern Lebanon by Israel

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/25/penny-wong-tells-israel-australia-backs-lebanons-sovereignty-and-opposes-occupation

[2026-03-25 15:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Conservatives gather for CPAC with the right divided over Iran war

Snippet: President Donald Trump arrives on Air Force One, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., after attending the casualty return at Dover Air Force Base, Del., for the six crew members of an Air Force refueling aircraft who died when their plane crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations against Iran.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-cpac-republicans-iran-war-bannon-387082bac70bc17ce56a37fcbd5b056a

[2026-03-25 14:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran live updates: Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to Tehran

Snippet: Oil prices fell more than 5% and Asian shares gained on Wednesday over possibilities of a deescalation of the Iran war and negotiations between the United States and Iran.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-25-2026

[2026-03-25 14:31 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China steps into Iran breach as investments face fire

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/china-steps-into-iran-breach-as-investments-face-fire/

[2026-03-25 14:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IRGC says new strikes mark 'beginning of targeting' Israeli forces in Gaza

Snippet: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it launched a new wave of attacks under Operation “True Promise 4” targeting Israeli military sites, adding that it marked “the beginning of targeting gathering places of Zionist forces in northern Palestine and Gaza".

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irgc-says-new-strikes-mark-beginning-targeting-israeli-forces-gaza

[2026-03-25 14:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Oil falls and Asian shares gain over possible Iran war de-escalation

Snippet: Michael Capolino works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Thursday, March 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-iran-oil-826e691e2fd93a63ac8ec8ed98924a17

[2026-03-25 13:48 UTC+10:00] [South Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: How Pakistan became the Iran war’s indispensable mediator

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/how-pakistan-became-the-iran-wars-indispensable-mediator/

[2026-03-25 13:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Gold jumps over 2% as oil slump eases inflation fears amid Trump Iran talks

Snippet: Gold prices climbed on Wednesday as declining oil prices helped temper worries about persistent inflation, following reports that Washington is working on a proposal to end the Middle East conflict.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/gold-prices-oil-us-iran-talks-goldman-forecast-trimp-middle-east-inflation.html

[2026-03-25 13:22 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Iran looking to turn Strait of Hormuz into massive toll booth

Snippet: Property News: Suburbs where house values rose most in the past 12 months.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/world/iran-strait-of-hormuz-toll-tankers-charge-tax-middle-east-latest-updates/274c41fa-6a57-45f7-8663-bbbaeb2150bc

[2026-03-25 13:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BOJ debated need for more rate hikes, weak yen impact on prices

Snippet: TOKYO (Reuters) -- Many Bank of Japan policymakers saw the need to keep raising interest rates, with some calling for timely action on mounting inflationary pressures, minutes of their January meeting showed, highlighting their hawkish bias even before the Iran war boosted ‌oil prices.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702284

[2026-03-25 13:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Washington's proposal to Iran outlines nuclear rollback, US media says

Snippet: US media outlets, citing unnamed officials, reported that Washington has sent a 15-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the war.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/washintons-proposal-iran-outlines-nuclear-rollback-us-media-says

[2026-03-25 13:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lebanon orders Iran’s ambassador out

Snippet: BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s Foreign Ministry declared Iran’s ambassador to Beirut persona non grata Tuesday, ordering him to leave the country by the end of the week.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702279

[2026-03-25 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Air strike hits Tehran as missile intercepted in central Israel

Snippet: Iranian media reported that an airstrike carried out by the “American Zionist enemy” hit a residential area in Tehran, with rescue teams searching for survivors in the rubble.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/air-strike-hits-tehran-missile-intercepted-central-israel

[2026-03-25 13:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Report: Trump does not rule out troop deployment in Iran, seizing Kharg Island

Snippet: President Donald Trump has not ruled out deploying U.S. ground troops to Iran, Washinton Post reported, quoting US officials.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/report-trump-does-not-rule-out-troops-deployment-iran-seizing-kharg

[2026-03-25 13:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Iran war starts to hit global economy, business surveys show

Snippet: WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The Iran war is already taking a toll on major economies around the world, according to business surveys on ‌Tuesday which showed how a surge in energy prices and rising uncertainty were dampening activity and pushing inflation expectations higher.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702236

[2026-03-25 13:03 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong stocks] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks extend rebound on signs of diplomatic path in Iran conflict

Snippet: Diplomatic progress in the Middle East lifts Hang Seng Index, with Nongfu Spring and Li Auto among the top gainers

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3347782/hong-kong-stocks-extend-rebound-signs-diplomatic-path-iran-conflict

[2026-03-25 12:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt

Snippet: Philippines declares national emergency as fuel supplies dwindle

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/philippine-president-declares-energy-emergency-as-impact-of-iran-war-felt

[2026-03-25 12:30 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Donald Trump says Iran gave the US a 'gift'

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/donald-trump-says-iran-gave-the-us-a-gift-20260325-p5xdko.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 12:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: U.S.-Iran talks remain clouded in uncertainty

Snippet: Hello, this is Dylan Butts writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to another edition of CNBC's Daily Open.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/cnbc-daily-open-us-iran-talks-trump-uncertainty-.html

[2026-03-25 12:06 UTC+10:00] [Trump administration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump news art a glance: president claims victory in Iran war as US prepares to deploy more troops

Snippet: President continues to tout ‘very good’ talks with Iran, which Iranian officials continue to deny – key US politics stories from 24 March 2026 at a glance

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/24/trump-news-at-a-glance-iran-war

[2026-03-25 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Ex-CIA Director John Brennan slammed for saying he believes Iran more than Trump: ‘Terrorists over the USA’

Snippet: Former CIA Director John Brennan was panned by the White House and social media users Tuesday for wild comments suggesting Iran is more trustworthy than President Trump.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/24/us-news/john-brennan-slammed-for-saying-he-believes-iran-more-than-trump/

[2026-03-25 11:52 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Inflation was easing before start of war in Iran, but everything has already changed

Snippet: Inflation was starting to stabilise before the outbreak of the war in Iran, with new figures showing prices barely budging through February.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/inflation-was-easing-before-start-of-war-in-iran-but-everything-has-already-changed-20260325-p5wvdw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 11:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Allies are lining up behind Trump to open the Strait of Hormuz — cue the media fury

Snippet: So much for media doomsaying: America’s allies in the Gulf and Europe are falling into line against Iran.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/24/opinion/allies-are-lining-up-behind-trump-to-open-the-strait-of-hormuz-cue-the-media-fury/

[2026-03-25 11:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Trump says he received Iranian 'present' as thousands of US troops head towards Gulf

Snippet: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran gave the US a "present” related to “oil and gas”, while repeating that talks were underway with the Islamic Republic to end the war, even as thousands of US troops are en route to the region.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-says-he-received-iranian-present-thousands-us-troops-head-towards

[2026-03-25 11:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oil drops more than 5% as Trump signals Iran talks despite Tehran denial

Snippet: Oil prices fell more than 5% Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump said that Washington and Tehran are "in negotiations right now" and indicated Iran is keen to reach a peace agreement, despite the Islamic Republic denying any direct talks with the U.S.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/oil-price-wti-brent-gas-lng-trump-iran-talks-hormuz.html

[2026-03-25 11:30 UTC+10:00] [US war with Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cathay’s European services could offset Middle East losses, experts say

Snippet: Hong Kong flag carrier’s decision to extend flight suspensions due to war may have only limited financial impact on overall passenger operations, they say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3347766/cathays-european-services-could-offset-middle-east-losses-experts-say

[2026-03-25 11:29 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korean stocks surge on hopes of end to US-Iran war

Snippet: Seoul stocks opened sharply higher Wednesday, as optimism grew over Washington's moves to end the monthlong war in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702044

[2026-03-25 11:25 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Philippines declares ‘national energy emergency’ and boosts coal power as Iran war grinds on

Snippet: President’s declaration allows officials to tackle fuel hoarding or profiteering, while energy secretary says country will lean more heavily on coal

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/25/philippines-declares-national-energy-emergency-iran-war