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Europe’s $29 billion Iran War bill is driving a scramble for new energy routes

The EU is fast-tracking IMEC, undersea power cables and Gulf pipeline deals — but all options run through an Israel-Saudi normalization that may not come.

By Menelaos Hadjicostis and The Associated PressJune 18, 2026
We’ve now got the full text of the U.S.-Iran peace deal—and allies are appalled at the gains it hands to Iran
We’ve now got the full text of the U.S.-Iran peace deal—and allies are appalled at the gains it hands to Iran
By Jim EdwardsJune 18, 2026
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The G7 has some special lunchtime guests this year: Sam Altman, Demis Hassabis and Dario Amodei 
By Kelvin Chan and The Associated PressJune 17, 2026
The art of the bail: Iran got what it wanted. Did the U.S.? Everyone is judging Trump’s MIA MOU
The art of the bail: Iran got what it wanted. Did the U.S.? Everyone is judging Trump’s MIA MOU
By Jim EdwardsJune 17, 2026
Vessels lie at anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off Iran's coast.
Filling up your car won’t feel normal until next summer, S&P says
By Tristan BoveJune 16, 2026
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Iran, Trump have a common problem in their deal to end the war: Israel
By Jon Gambrell, Sam Metz, Samy Magdy and The Associated PressJune 16, 2026
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EconomyExclusive: Arizona senator warns ‘ghost jobs’ are warping labor data, presses Trump admin to investigate
By Camila Grigera NaónJune 18, 2026
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By Steve Peoples, Anthony Izaguirre, Matt Brown and The Associated PressJune 18, 2026
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EuropePete Hegseth flew to NATO, told allies they might fail his review, and caught an early flight home
By Lorne Cook and The Associated PressJune 18, 2026
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By Matt Sedensky and The Associated PressJune 18, 2026
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By Ed White and The Associated PressJune 18, 2026
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By Danny BakstJune 18, 2026
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Travel & LeisureTravelers are stranded in Israel and Iran. Here’s how airlines are navigating the ongoing conflict
By Lily Mae LazarusJune 25, 2025
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Middle EastCeasefire between Israel and Iran already being tested as markets bet it will stave off ‘stagflationary shock’
By Nino PaoliJune 23, 2025
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FinanceMarkets 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 EastU.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 EastJD 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 EastOil 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 EastPentagon says U.S. strikes ‘devastated’ Iran’s nuclear program but weren’t aimed at regime change
By AFPJune 22, 2025
Fire and smoke rise into the night sky after an Israeli attack on the Shahran oil depot.
Middle EastWhat the Iran/Israel conflict means for U.S. energy prices going forward
By Jordan BlumJune 16, 2025
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FinanceOil 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
How Bahrain uses its small size—and being Saudi Arabia’s neighbor—to its advantage 
ConferencesHow Bahrain uses its small size—and being Saudi Arabia’s neighbor—to its advantage 
By Steve MollmanMay 31, 2025
Half the world population could be diabetic or insulin resistant by 2050
ConferencesHalf 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 
ConferencesVisa 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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MPWSaudi Arabia has doubled the share of women in the workforce since 2015—but obstacles remain
By Alicia AdamczykMay 23, 2025
BCG leader calls for optimism amid AI doom and gloom, and says enabling young people to ‘build and shape the future’ is key
ConferencesBCG leader calls for optimism amid AI doom and gloom, and says enabling young people to ‘build and shape the future’ is key
By John KellMay 22, 2025
Former U.K. prime minister Theresa May says ex-world leaders need to stop commenting on everything: ‘be a measured voice’
ConferencesFormer U.K. prime minister Theresa May says ex-world leaders need to stop commenting on everything: ‘be a measured voice’
By Orianna Rosa RoyleMay 21, 2025
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TechDecentralizing computing power is key to avoiding an AI divide between the wealthy and the Global South
By Ian MountMay 21, 2025
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By Jordan BlumMay 16, 2025
Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman walk together
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By Irina IvanovaMay 15, 2025
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By Jordan BlumMay 14, 2025
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TechSaudi Arabia wants to build its post-oil future with massive AI data centers — Trump and U.S. tech have big incentives to oblige
By Sharon GoldmanMay 13, 2025
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By Greg McKennaMay 6, 2025
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By Jordan BlumMay 2, 2025
Geopolitics helps drive Middle Eastern money to Asia as wealthy Gulf investors hedge their bets
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By Nicholas GordonApril 20, 2025
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By Jordan BlumApril 7, 2025
In the reeling energy sector, an unexpected OPEC production hike plus tariff fears send oil prices plunging 7%
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PoliticsJD Vance says the Suez Canal only matters for European trade. He is both correct and mistaken at the same time, a top strategist says
By Greg McKennaMarch 26, 2025
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