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The U.S. and Iran can’t agree on fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The solution could be straight out of the Old Testament
The U.S. and Iran can’t agree on fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The solution could be straight out of the Old Testament

Oman has drafted a proposal to manage traffic in the strait through two separately controlled routes, sources told CNN.

By Jason MaJuly 11, 2026
Top Iranian officials admitted to the supreme leader that the U.S. naval blockade was crushing the economy, report says, as Trump eyes reimposing it
Top Iranian officials admitted to the supreme leader that the U.S. naval blockade was crushing the economy, report says, as Trump eyes reimposing it
By Jason MaJuly 10, 2026
OPEC+ to pump more oil as market fears shift from shortage to glut 
OPEC+ to pump more oil as market fears shift from shortage to glut 
By Melissa HancockJuly 7, 2026
From missiles to malware: Why the Gulf is stepping up its operational resilience 
From missiles to malware: Why the Gulf is stepping up its operational resilience 
By Melissa HancockJuly 7, 2026
Mark Zandi, Moody's chief economist.
‘It’s fair to ask whether it was worth it’: The Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household—and that’s a conservative estimate, Mark Zandi says
By Tristan BoveJuly 1, 2026
DHL plane being refuelled at airport by man in high-vis jacket
The Iran conflict saw jet fuel prices soar—when you use 1.88 million tonnes a year, how you respond really matters (just ask DHL)
By Sam ForsdickJuly 1, 2026
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U.S. military strikes Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz that Tehran said was using an ‘unauthorized route’
Energy
U.S. military strikes Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz that Tehran said was using an ‘unauthorized route’
By Jon Gambrell, Michelle L. Price, Will Weissert and The Associated PressJuly 11, 2026
Ukraine building Patriots is in Lockheed’s interest, McCaul says
Politics
Ukraine building Patriots is in Lockheed’s interest, McCaul says
By Christina Ruffini, David Gura and BloombergJuly 11, 2026
Le Pen extends lead in French election poll after court ruling
Politics
Le Pen extends lead in French election poll after court ruling
By James Regan and BloombergJuly 11, 2026
Homes are in short supply in the U.S. How a new law could change the market
Real Estate
Homes are in short supply in the U.S. How a new law could change the market
By Katy O'Donnell and BloombergJuly 11, 2026
Trump hints at a ‘dead man’s switch’ if Iran assassinates him. But Vice President JD Vance would make the call
Politics
Trump hints at a ‘dead man’s switch’ if Iran assassinates him. But Vice President JD Vance would make the call
By Will Weissert and The Associated PressJuly 11, 2026
The rise of white-collar socialists: ‘A lot of tech workers are working class’
Economy
The rise of white-collar socialists: ‘A lot of tech workers are working class’
By Jason MaJuly 11, 2026
The ‘Soccer Capital of America’ is now gunning for the Soccer Capital of the World (Cup)
Economy
The ‘Soccer Capital of America’ is now gunning for the Soccer Capital of the World (Cup)
By Catherina GioinoJuly 11, 2026
There’s no escape from inflation as a perfect storm of the ‘Godzilla’ El Niño, AI boom, Trump tariffs, fuel crunch, and Ukraine war keep prices high
Economy
There’s no escape from inflation as a perfect storm of the ‘Godzilla’ El Niño, AI boom, Trump tariffs, fuel crunch, and Ukraine war keep prices high
By Jason MaJuly 11, 2026
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Trump goes off script in UN address, praising Germany for returning to nuclear energy and fossil fuels: ‘All green is all bankrupt’
Energy
Trump goes off script in UN address, praising Germany for returning to nuclear energy and fossil fuels: ‘All green is all bankrupt’
By Ashley LutzSeptember 23, 2025
Canada joins Britain and Australia in recognizing a Palestinian state despite opposition from the U.S.
Politics
Canada joins Britain and Australia in recognizing a Palestinian state despite opposition from the U.S.
By Rob Gillies and The Associated PressSeptember 21, 2025
Red Sea cable cuts disrupt internet in Asia, Middle East; Houthis deny involvement as Microsoft warns of disruption
Politics
Red Sea cable cuts disrupt internet in Asia, Middle East; Houthis deny involvement as Microsoft warns of disruption
By Jon Gambrell and The Associated PressSeptember 8, 2025
Inside Gaza’s world of ‘cash brokers’ as currency disappears: ‘We lose nearly half of our money just to be able to spend it’
Finance
Inside Gaza’s world of ‘cash brokers’ as currency disappears: ‘We lose nearly half of our money just to be able to spend it’
By Wafaa Shurafa, Samya Kullab and The Associated PressJuly 11, 2025
Booz Allen Hamilton may have been a DOGE target—but its CEO is still bullish on his biggest client
Leadership
Booz Allen Hamilton may have been a DOGE target—but its CEO is still bullish on his biggest client
By Diane BradyJuly 5, 2025
Iran’s supreme leader makes first public statement since ceasefire, saying Tehran ‘delivered a hand slap to America’s face’
Politics
Iran’s supreme leader makes first public statement since ceasefire, saying Tehran ‘delivered a hand slap to America’s face’
By The Associated PressJune 26, 2025
Trump says U.S. and Iran will talk next week as ceasefire holds: ‘The way I look at it, they fought, the war is done’
Politics
Trump says U.S. and Iran will talk next week as ceasefire holds: ‘The way I look at it, they fought, the war is done’
By Jon Gambrell, David Rising, Farnoush Amiri and The Associated PressJune 26, 2025
Television screen on the NYSE trading floor
Finance
The S&P 500 flirts with it’s all-time high, oil futures rise 1.4% after Middle East ceasefire
By Paolo Confino and Amanda GerutJune 25, 2025
wael sawan speaking into a microphone
Finance
Shell denies reports of BP megamerger of Big Oil rivals
By Jordan BlumJune 25, 2025
passengers look at the departures board at Israel's main airport
Travel & Leisure
Travelers are stranded in Israel and Iran. Here’s how airlines are navigating the ongoing conflict
By Lily Mae LazarusJune 25, 2025
Crypto market bounces back after President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran
The Coins
Crypto market bounces back after President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran
By Catherine McGrathJune 24, 2025
A consumer refuels their vehicle at a gas station in Daegu, South Korea, on June 23, 2025, while geopolitical risks heighten due to U.S. attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Middle East
Ceasefire between Israel and Iran already being tested as markets bet it will stave off ‘stagflationary shock’
By Nino PaoliJune 23, 2025
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on June 23, 2025
Finance
Markets edge higher Monday after Iran fires missiles at U.S. base in Qatar
By Alicia AdamczykJune 23, 2025
U.S. attacks on Iran resemble a ‘TikTok-style war’ and may be peak military involvement, geopolitical expert says
Middle East
U.S. attacks on Iran resemble a ‘TikTok-style war’ and may be peak military involvement, geopolitical expert says
By Jason MaJune 22, 2025
JD Vance says Iran is ‘clearly not very good at war’ and should seek peace while declaring the U.S. has ‘no interest’ in ground troops
Middle East
JD Vance says Iran is ‘clearly not very good at war’ and should seek peace while declaring the U.S. has ‘no interest’ in ground troops
By Jason MaJune 22, 2025
Oil prices could spike 10% after the U.S. attack on Iran — ‘But don’t be fooled, this may not last’
Middle East
Oil prices could spike 10% after the U.S. attack on Iran — ‘But don’t be fooled, this may not last’
By Jason MaJune 22, 2025
Pentagon says U.S. strikes ‘devastated’ Iran’s nuclear program but weren’t aimed at regime change
Middle East
Pentagon says U.S. strikes ‘devastated’ Iran’s nuclear program but weren’t aimed at regime change
By AFPJune 22, 2025
US President Donald Trump
Politics
Wall Street reports 65% chance that U.S. will intervene in Iran. Goldman Sachs says OPEC will be key buffer in oil volatility
By Eleanor PringleJune 20, 2025
Trump leaves G7 summit early with hints of more conflict in the Middle East: ‘Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!’
Politics
Trump leaves G7 summit early with hints of more conflict in the Middle East: ‘Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!’
By Josh Boak, Rob Gillies, Jill Lawless and The Associated PressJune 17, 2025
Fire and smoke rise into the night sky after an Israeli attack on the Shahran oil depot.
Middle East
What the Iran/Israel conflict means for U.S. energy prices going forward
By Jordan BlumJune 16, 2025
Stocks rally and oil dips after report says Iran is looking to de-escalate its conflict with Israel
Finance
Stocks rally and oil dips after report says Iran is looking to de-escalate its conflict with Israel
By Alicia AdamczykJune 16, 2025
Bitcoin and broader crypto market sink as Israel launches airstrikes against Iran
The Coins
Bitcoin and broader crypto market sink as Israel launches airstrikes against Iran
By Catherine McGrathJune 13, 2025
Former U.S. President and current Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks about the economy, inflation, and manufacturing during a campaign event at Alro Steel.
Finance
Oil prices surge after Israel’s attack on Iran. Trump urges Iran to ‘make a deal before there is nothing left’
By Christiaan HetznerJune 13, 2025
Trump’s new travel ban set to take effect amid escalating tension over immigration enforcement
Politics
Trump’s new travel ban set to take effect amid escalating tension over immigration enforcement
By The Associated PressJune 8, 2025
the bell at the Damascus Securities Exchange
Finance
Syrian stock exchange reopens after a 6-month hiatus as part of U.S.-led push for a new free market economy
By Paolo ConfinoJune 2, 2025
The transformation of women’s sports in Saudi Arabia is no mirage. Just ask the women
Conferences
The transformation of women’s sports in Saudi Arabia is no mirage. Just ask the women
By Steve MollmanJune 2, 2025
How Bahrain uses its small size—and being Saudi Arabia’s neighbor—to its advantage 
Conferences
How Bahrain uses its small size—and being Saudi Arabia’s neighbor—to its advantage 
By Steve MollmanMay 31, 2025
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivers remarks at the Fortune ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Forum on May 27.
Conferences
Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim calls for a ‘fiercely independent ASEAN’ as he bolsters ties with the Middle East and China
By Nicholas GordonMay 27, 2025
Half the world population could be diabetic or insulin resistant by 2050
Conferences
Half the world population could be diabetic or insulin resistant by 2050
By Ian MountMay 26, 2025
Visa exec says Saudi businesswomen are showing a ‘very aggressive’ side as traditional barriers to success crumble 
Conferences
Visa exec says Saudi businesswomen are showing a ‘very aggressive’ side as traditional barriers to success crumble 
By John KellMay 23, 2025
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