190 stories tagged #middle east

  1. ECB Chief Warns Against Energy Shock Panic Amid Middle East Tensions
    finance

    ECB Chief Warns Against Energy Shock Panic Amid Middle East Tensions

    ECB President Christine Lagarde says the central bank is prepared for energy price shocks from Middle East conflict, avoiding past mistakes.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  2. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink: $150 Oil Triggers Global Recession
    finance

    BlackRock CEO Larry Fink: $150 Oil Triggers Global Recession

    Larry Fink warns sustained $150 oil would cause a steep global recession, urges pragmatic energy mix and AI investment-while challenging education norms and dismissing AI bubble claims.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  3. Trump's Remarks Send Oil Prices Down, Stocks Up
    finance

    Trump's Remarks Send Oil Prices Down, Stocks Up

    US President Donald Trump's statements about 'productive' talks with Iran led to a significant drop in oil prices and a rebound in stock markets.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  4. Anna Muzychuk Replaces Humpy in Women’s Candidates Tournament
    sports

    Anna Muzychuk Replaces Humpy in Women’s Candidates Tournament

    Ukrainian GM Anna Muzychuk steps in after India’s Koneru Humpy withdraws over Middle East safety concerns.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. Dollar Rises as Middle East Tensions Fuel Haven Demand
    finance

    Dollar Rises as Middle East Tensions Fuel Haven Demand

    The dollar rebounded amid escalating Middle East conflict, with investors favoring safe-haven assets.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  6. Pope Leo Denounces Middle East War as 'Scandal to Humanity'
    world

    Pope Leo Denounces Middle East War as 'Scandal to Humanity'

    Pope Leo condemns ongoing Middle East conflict, calling the violence a moral outrage and demanding an immediate ceasefire.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. Iran Threatens Retaliation as Middle East Tensions Rise
    world

    Iran Threatens Retaliation as Middle East Tensions Rise

    Iran vows to attack US infrastructure in the Middle East if President Trump follows through on his ultimatum, escalating regional tensions.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. Gold Plummets 11% in Largest Weekly Drop Since 1983 Amid Iran Conflict
    finance

    Gold Plummets 11% in Largest Weekly Drop Since 1983 Amid Iran Conflict

    Gold fell 11% this week to $4,488, marking its steepest decline since 1983 as Middle East tensions escalate. Bitcoin rose 11.6% during the same period.

    2mo ago 1 min read