[2026-03-25 18:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: UK inflation unchanged at 3% in February — the last print before the Iran war

Snippet: The U.K. inflation rate stood firm at 3% in February, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) which marked the last reading before the start of the Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/uk-inflation-february-2026-iran-war-energy-prices-cpi.html

[2026-03-25 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Israeli forces turn Palestinian homes into military bases

Snippet: Khalid Jamal, a middle-aged Palestinian father, is describing the moment Israeli soldiers took over his home in al-Rehiyya, south of Hebron in the occupied West Bank.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-forces-turning-palestinian-homes-military-bases

[2026-03-25 18:00 UTC+10:00] [Venice Biennale] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: South African work banned from Venice Biennale to be shown outside main event

Snippet: South Africa’s Venice pavilion left empty after Gabrielle Goliath’s ‘highly divisive’ tribute to Palestinian poet blocked

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/mar/25/south-african-work-banned-from-venice-biennale-to-be-shown-outside-main-event

[2026-03-25 17:52 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: South Korean lawmakers urge Iran to ensure safe passage through Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702588

[2026-03-25 17:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Video: Trump claims talks led him to delay strike on Iran

Snippet: US President Donald Trump said he had “held off” on targeting Iran’s largest electricity generation plant because negotiations were ongoing, adding that Iran had “agreed to never have nuclear weapons”.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/video-trump-claims-talks-led-him-delay-strike-iran

[2026-03-25 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran says will 'absolutely' continue charging vessels for Hormuz passage

Snippet: Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said it will “absolutely” continue charging countries and vessels fees for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the key shipping route remains heavily restricted.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-says-will-absolutely-continue-charging-vessels-hormuz-passage

[2026-03-25 17:48 UTC+10:00] [World / Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump insists Iran wants a deal as more US troops head to the Middle East

Snippet: New York: The United States is preparing to send thousands more troops to the Middle East even as it alluded to progress in peace talks with Iran and President Donald Trump heralded a “very big present” purportedly received as a goodwill gesture from Iranian negotiators.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/trump-insists-iran-wants-a-deal-as-more-us-troops-head-to-the-middle-east-20260325-p5xp16.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 17:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Former Qatari prime minister urges GCC role in US-Iran talks

Snippet: Qatar’s former Prime Minister Hamad bin Jassim al-Thani says Gulf states must be included in any US-Iran negotiations, warning the region’s future cannot be decided without them.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/former-qatari-prime-minister-urges-gcc-role-us-iran-talks

[2026-03-25 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: Why UK bonds bore the brunt of the Iran sell-off

Snippet: This report is from this week's CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter, which brings you expert insights on the most critical business stories in Britain. You can subscribe here.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/uk-exchange-nesletter-gilts-bonds-iran-war-inflation.html

[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 17:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Australia warns Israel against south Lebanon occupation

Snippet: Topic:Foreign Affairs

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/australia-warns-israel-against-south-lebanon-occupation/106495910

[2026-03-25 17:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: War puts the Gulf’s once‑packed conference calendar on hold

Snippet: Before the Middle East war, the Gulf had positioned itself to become one of the world's busiest hubs for conferences, exhibitions, and high‑level events.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/war-puts-the-gulfs-oncepacked-conference-calendar-on-hold.html

[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 16:55 UTC+10:00] [Australia news] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Afternoon Update: ABC staff strike; Australia opposes Israel occupation in Lebanon; and the perils of a crammed Test cricket summer

Snippet: Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletter

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/25/afternoon-update-wednesday-ntwnfb

[2026-03-25 16:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: NJ Gov. Sherrill attends mosque led by Imam once accused of Hamas ties

Snippet: New Jersey Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill attended a Ramadan event at a Paterson mosque led by an Imam who fought deportation for years over alleged ties to Hamas.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/us-news/new-jersey-governor-mikie-sherrill-attends-mosque-led-by-imam-accused-of-hamas-ties/

[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 16:17 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Snippet: March 25, 2026 16:17 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/australian-shares-soar-on-middle-east-ceasefire-hopes/

[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 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Israel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: No Israel prosecutions for killing Palestinian civilians in occupied West Bank since start of decade

Snippet: Dozens of former Israeli military, police and spy chiefs describe situation as ‘organised Jewish terrorism’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/25/no-israel-prosecutions-for-killing-palestinian-civilians-in-occupied-west-bank-since-start-of-decade

[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 15:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: China says disputes must be resolved through dialogue

Snippet: China’s foreign ministry called for dialogue to resolve tensions in the Middle East, urging parties to begin peace talks.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/china-says-disputes-must-be-resolved-through-dialogue

[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 15:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Canada tells Israel that Lebanon’s sovereignty ‘must not be violated’

Snippet: Palestinian refugees in Lebanon face another forced displacement

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/canada-tells-israel-that-lebanons-sovereignty-must-not-be-violated

[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 15:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: At least 1,000 US troops from 82nd Airborne set to deploy to Mideast, AP sources say

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. military is preparing to deploy at least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East in the coming days, according to three people with knowledge of the plans.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/world/americas-emea/at-least-1000-us-troops-from-82nd-airborne-set-to-deploy-to-mideast-ap-sources-say/2307018

[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 14:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea enters emergency mode as Middle East crisis bites

Snippet: Cheong Wa Dae estimates Middle East repercussions to persist for up to 6 months

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702371

[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 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Turkey’s biggest private bank plans Hong Kong entry amid Middle East tensions: sources

Snippet: Turkiye Is Bankasi eyes corporate-focused Hong Kong branch, citing the city’s hub role, to complete its China coverage, sources say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3347700/turkeys-biggest-private-bank-plans-hong-kong-entry-amid-middle-east-tensions-sources