Geopolitics
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Iran Declares Major Western Tech Firms ‘Legitimate Targets’ for Bombing
Iran has declared Palantir, Oracle, and other Western companies as ‘legitimate targets,’ escalating tensions amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war.
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Ukraine eyes global drone exports amid Middle East conflict
Ukraine is leveraging its advanced drone interception expertise, honed in conflict with Russia, to explore export opportunities in the Middle East, seeking to capitalize on regional vulnerabilities to drone attacks.
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Lebanese Minister Speaks to Euronews Amid Gaza Crisis
Lebanon’s Justice Minister discusses the escalating crisis with Euronews as Israeli strikes result in over 1,200 deaths.
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Trump Threatens Iran with ‘Obliteration’ Over Hormuz Strait
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, vowing to “obliterate” key infrastructure if the Hormuz Strait is not kept open for commerce.
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Trump Threatens Iran: ‘Obliterate’ Facilities if Strait Blocked
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to “obliterate” key infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not kept open for business.
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Iran War Escalates: Houthis Join, Global Shipping and US Farmers Hit
The Iran war intensifies as Houthi rebels join the conflict, disrupting global shipping and impacting California farmers with soaring costs. Regional powers convene as U.S. troops deploy.
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Corporate ‘Coup’ and West African Stability: March 28 Updates
Global markets and West African security face distinct pressures today as a surprise corporate takeover at Paramount and governmental reassurances in Benin dominate headlines.
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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia Sign Defense Pact Amid Iran Conflict
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a defense cooperation agreement, leveraging Kyiv’s combat experience against drone attacks to bolster Riyadh’s defenses amid ongoing Iranian aerial threats.
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G7 Allies Press Rubio on Russia-Iran Ties Amid Mideast War
European ministers urged U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address Russian support for Iran’s targeting of U.S. forces during a G7 meeting.
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Gold and Silver Surge as USD Weakens and Yields Drop
Precious metals gained on March 25 as the US dollar index and bond yields fell. Bitcoin remained stagnant, showing limited upward momentum.
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Marcos Declares Energy Emergency as Fuel Stocks Hit 45-Day Limit
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a national energy emergency in the Philippines, granting the government sweeping procurement powers as fuel stocks dwindle to 45 days amid the Strait of Hormuz closure.
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IDF Claims 330 Missile Launchers Disabled as Iranian Strikes Persist
The IDF announced disabling 330 missile launchers, yet Iranian missile barrages continue to deplete interceptors and disrupt regional stability.
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Iran Halts Gas Exports to Turkey After South Pars Strike
Iran has suspended natural gas exports to Turkey following an Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field. The duration of the disruption remains unclear.
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Iran Demands Guarantees, Hormuz Control in Tougher Stance on US Talks
Iran is adopting a significantly harder position in potential negotiations with the U.S., demanding guarantees against future attacks and control over the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a shift in regional dynamics.
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Amazon AWS Bahrain Region Disrupted by Drone Activity Amid Conflict
Amazon Web Services’ Bahrain region has been disrupted due to ongoing conflict and drone activity, impacting cloud operations and customer services.