UN warns 8 million in Asia-Pacific risk poverty if Iran war drags on
A new UNDP report has forecast job losses, crippling inflation and food insecurity, with the poorest nations brutally exposed to the oil shock
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Newest first · UTC+11:00UN warns 8 million in Asia-Pacific risk poverty if Iran war drags on
A new UNDP report has forecast job losses, crippling inflation and food insecurity, with the poorest nations brutally exposed to the oil shock
· Aidan Jones
Nepal’s trekking trade looks east as Iran war disrupts Western tourist flow
Flight disruptions through Gulf hubs have cut Western arrivals, prompting tourism operators to chase travellers from Asia-Pacific markets
· Bibek Bhandari
Nepal’s trekking trade looks east as Iran war disrupts Western tourist flow
Flight disruptions through Gulf hubs have cut Western arrivals, prompting tourism operators to chase travellers from Asia-Pacific markets
· Bibek Bhandari
Israel envoy protests Japanese TV commentator’s remarks about Kushner’s Jewish identity
Critics said his comments suggested that Trump’s son-in-law should not be involved in negotiations with Iran because he is Jewish
· Julian Ryall
Israel envoy protests Japanese TV commentator’s remarks about Kushner’s Jewish identity
Critics said his comments suggested that Trump’s son-in-law should not be involved in negotiations with Iran because he is Jewish
· Julian Ryall
World faces food ‘catastrophe’ if Strait of Hormuz disruption persists: FAO
A prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could result in a global food “catastrophe”, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has warned, as shipments of critical agricultural inputs remain blocked in the key waterway due to the US-Israel war on Iran.
· Al Jazeera
JD Vance accuses Iran of ‘economic terrorism’ over its blocking of Hormuz Strait, says ball is in Tehran’s court
Vice President Vance accused Iran of “economic terrorism” over how it has blocked the Strait of Hormuz – but said the ball is in Tehran’s court when it comes to securing a peace deal.
· Chris Bradford
Pakistani jets deployed to Saudi Arabia highlight its Iran war dilemma
A Pakistani JF-17 Thunder fighter jet: Islamabad sent military aircraft and troops to Saudi Arabia on April 11 under the terms of its defence pact with the kingdom. © Reuters
· Adnan Aamir
War on Iran: Why the Islamabad talks failed
The Islamabad meeting between the United States and Iran did not collapse because diplomacy failed. It collapsed because the US came with an ultimatum, not an intention to negotiate.
· Middleeasteye
Malaysia races to go green as Iran war squeezes oil supply
To avoid future supply shocks, the government aims to raise renewable generation to 70 per cent of the energy mix by 2050
· Joseph Sipalan
Malaysia races to go green as Iran war squeezes oil supply
To avoid future supply shocks, the government aims to raise renewable generation to 70 per cent of the energy mix by 2050
· Joseph Sipalan
Palestine weekly wrap: ‘Master of the house’ says Ben-Gvir as Al-Aqsa opens
The announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran has led to the reopening of holy sites to worshippers in occupied East Jerusalem and the removal of some movement barriers in the occupied West Bank.
· Al Jazeera Staff
China calls U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible'
China has called the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz a "dangerous and irresponsible act" that will further enflame tensions in the region.
· Hugh Leask
Avanzan esfuerzos para nuevas reuniones entre EEUU e Irán mientras entra en vigor bloqueo de EEUU
El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, habla ante la Oficina Oval de la Casa Blanca el lunes 13 de abril de 2026 en Washington. (AP Foto/Alex Brandon)
· Munir Ahmed
US-sanctioned Chinese tanker transits Strait of Hormuz hours after blockade
A bulk carrier and tanker sit anchored off Muscat, Oman, on March 9. The Iran war has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Gulf of Oman to the Persian Gulf. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
BP flags 'exceptional' oil trading performance as Iran war chokes supply
BP's oil trading desk enjoyed "exceptional" performance during the first quarter, the energy giant said on Tuesday, thanks to a windfall from the surge in oil prices since the start of the Iran war in late February.
· Holly Ellyatt
LVMH stock drops as analysts flag luxury recovery 'party postponed' amid Iran war
Shares of LVMH dropped Tuesday after it flagged a hit to sales from the Iran war, overshadowing underlying improvements.
· Elsa Ohlen
Pakistani jets to Typhoons: Who sent military assets to Gulf during Iran war? | The National
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· The National
Pakistani jets to Typhoons: Who sent military assets to Gulf during Iran war? | The National
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· The National
UK sets up Brexit-style crisis team to deal with Iran conflict
LODNON — Keir Starmer is establishing a Brexit-style "Middle East response committee" to overhaul how Britain deals with the Iran conflict.
· Dan Bloom
Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks
President Donald Trump confirmed Monday a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports is underway, saying “we can’t let a country blackmail” the world.
· Munir Ahmed
Trump refuses to back down from Pope Leo feud: ‘I don’t think he should be getting into politics’
President Trump emphatically refused to back down from his ongoing war of words with Pope Leo XIV over the Iran war – warning him to keep out of politics.
· Chris Bradford
Iran’s oil minister: Crude sales remain strong, revenue to aid industry repairs
Iranian oil sales in recent weeks have been favorable and part of the revenue will be allocated to repairing damage to industry caused by wartime attacks, Iran's oil minister said on Tuesday.
· REUTERS
Seoul shares rise nearly 3% to reclaim 6,000 level on eased Middle East tensions
South Korean stocks rose nearly 3 percent Tuesday to inch toward the 6,000-point mark on hopes for renewed negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The local currency sharply gained against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
(LEAD) S. Korean currency rises to 1-month high on hopes for renewed U.S.-Iran talks
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· Oh Seok-min
Spain seeks closer China links amid global tensions
The meeting, held during a two‑day visit, comes as Spain seeks to position itself between major powers while pushing for diplomatic solutions to the conflict in Iran. Sánchez is also scheduled to meet Premier Li Qiang and top legislator Zhao Leji before departing on Wednesday, underlining the importance of the trip …
· AfricaNews
Trump says Iran still seeking peace deal after US begins blockade of Hormuz | The National
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· The National
France Plans €10 Billion Push To Cut Reliance On Gas and Oil
France is shifting its response to rising fuel costs away from short-term relief and toward long-term electrification, according to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. Instead of expanding fuel subsidies after oil prices spiked due to the Iran conflict, the government plans to redirect funding into helping households …
· Tyler Durden
Indian auto, textile production hit as gas crunch drives workers home
Textile workers returning to their hometowns wait to board a train in Surat, India, on March 16, 2026. More than 250,000 of about 1 million workers have left the city since early March, according to the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry. © AP
· Staff Writer
Seoul shares rise nearly 3 pct to reclaim 6,000 level on eased Middle East tensions
SEOUL, April 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks rose nearly 3 percent Tuesday to inch toward the 6,000-point mark on hopes for renewed negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The local currency sharply gained against the U.S. dollar.
· Kim Boram
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and Jordan's Foreign Minister hold talks on Iran war | The National
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· The National
Asian stocks recoup losses from impacts of Iran war
Japan's Nikkei Stock Average jumped more than 1,400 points at one point during morning trade on April 14. (Photo by Nanami Sato)
· JADA NAGUMO
Seoul shares ship data with Iran amid push to secure Hormuz passage
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Australia joins Strait-talking summit with France and UK, and without the US
Australia will join a summit organised by France and Britain this week to organise a global coalition to safeguard shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after the war between the US, Israel and Iran ends.
· Matthew Knott, Michael Koziol
Qantas flags fuel cost impact as oil crisis forces cuts to flights
Australian carrier Qantas said it decided to reduce domestic seat capacity by 5% for the fourth quarter of the current fiscal year through June 30. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Chinese tanker sanctioned by US crosses Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
A Chinese tanker sanctioned by the United States passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday despite a US blockade on the chokepoint, shipping data showed.
· REUTERS
Exportaciones de China crecieron sólo un 2,5% en marzo entre la incertidumbre por la guerra en Irán
Trabajadores cargan bolsas de azufre sólido importado en un camión en un puerto de Nanjing, en la provincia oriental china de Jiangsu, el martes 14 de abril de 2026. (Chinatopix Via AP) CHINA NO
Live updates: Pakistan proposes new US-Iran talks
President Donald Trump’s blockade is spurring questions about international law and leaves doubts about whether the pressure tactic will force Tehran to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Iran war creates more unease for makers of luxury watches
Former Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt arrives for a photo call into Hublot stand, during the “Watches and Wonders Geneva” luxury watch fair, in Geneva, Switzerland, April 2, 2025. (Salvatore Di Nolfi/Keystone via AP, file)
· Jamey Keaten
CNBC Daily Open: S&P stages a comeback, erasing all Iran war losses
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· Leonie Kidd
WA government starts its own fuel reserve with 4 million litre purchase
The West Australian government will establish its own fuel reserves starting with the purchase of four million litres of diesel from BP for $10 million as the global shock driven by the Israel-US conflict in Iran continues to bite the mining and agriculture sectors.
· Hamish Hastie
Fuel excise cut may work against, not for us, analysts warn
Australians are feeling the pain of higher fuel prices at the petrol pump. (ABC News)
· Emilia Terzon
European markets set to rise on hopes that Iran peace talks can resume
LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher on Tuesday amid hopes that U.S.-Iran peace talks could resume despite a blockade on Iranian ports coming into effect.
· Holly Ellyatt
Nearly 100 arrested at New York protest over arms sales to Israel
About 90 protesters were arrested in Manhattan after blocking traffic during a demonstration against the war on Iran and US arms sales to Israel, according to police and organisers.
· Middleeasteye
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· Adi Imsirovic, Antonio Fatas
Sri Lanka's economic turnaround braces for testing times amid Iran conflict
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, center, is adhering to IMF recovery strictures agreed before he took office. © AP
· MARWAAN MACAN-MARKAR
Asian stocks gain as oil falls
A person walks in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan’s Nikkei index at a securities firm Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
· Chan Ho Him
US-sanctioned tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade | The National
A Chinese tanker under US sanctions passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, after it reversed course during its first attempt a day earlier as American forces began a blockade of the waterway.
· Aarti Nagraj