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US to deploy thousands more troops to Middle East

The United States is preparing to deploy thousands of additional soldiers to the Middle East, according to sources familiar with the matter, signaling a continued military buildup in the region.

24 Mar 2026-23:30
Pakistan ready to host US-Iran talks to end Middle East war

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that his country is ready to host talks between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending the ongoing war in the Middle East.

24 Mar 2026-19:22
Lufthansa, Air France halt key Middle East routes

Major global airlines are expanding flight cancellations across the Middle East, as the ongoing regional conflict continues to disrupt airspace and travel demand.

24 Mar 2026-17:40
Philippines declares energy emergency amid global crisis

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a state of national energy emergency, citing growing risks from the Middle East conflict and rising global oil prices.

24 Mar 2026-17:00
Malaysia construction sector hit by oil price surge

Malaysia’s construction sector is facing growing pressure as rising global oil prices linked to Middle East tensions drive up costs and threaten project viability, industry representatives said.

24 Mar 2026-14:57
Oil rises as Middle East conflict intensifies

Global markets showed mixed signals on Tuesday as escalating tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices higher and kept investors cautious.

24 Mar 2026-14:11
Oil back above $100 as conflicting claims emerge on US-Iran talks

The price of Brent crude oil has risen back above $100 a barrel, after plunging on Monday, as conflicting accounts of potential talks between US and Iran emerged.

24 Mar 2026-12:03
Iranian president says US-Israeli attacks behind Strait of Hormuz insecurity

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the lack of security in the Strait of Hormuz is a direct result of “US-Israeli aggression” against Iran, asserting that Tehran has taken the necessary measures to ensure safe passage for non-hostile vessels through the strategic waterway.

24 Mar 2026-11:40
China dials back on fuel price hikes to 'reduce burden' on drivers

China has dialled back on planned fuel price hikes in a bid to "reduce the burden" on drivers, as energy costs surge amid the Iran war.

24 Mar 2026-11:20
Saudi Arabia, UAE reportedly moving closer to joining Middle East war

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are reportedly moving closer to actively joining the fight against Iran, as the war in the Middle East continues.

24 Mar 2026-11:09

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