Iran War

Iran war could cost global economy $2.2tn, peace report warns

The Middle East and North Africa retained its position as the least peaceful region globally, while Western and Central Europe remained the most peaceful

13 June, 2026

Shares of Indian jewellers slide after Modi urges pause on gold purchases to protect rupee

The Iran war has sent oil prices surging and that in turn has resulted in mounting pressure on India’s balance of payments and the rupee

11 May, 2026

Over 600 ships stranded in Gulf as Strait of Hormuz disruption continues

Latest data shows limited movement through the Strait despite ceasefire, as US President Donald Trump steps up pressure for full reopening

10 April, 2026

From villas to vaults: US bunker builder eyes GCC growth amid Iran war

US-based Atlas Survival Shelters is expanding into the wider GCC, citing growing demand for private safe rooms across the region

09 April, 2026

‘Big day for world peace’: Trump signals Middle East stabilisation

Trumps remarks signal a pivot from earlier escalation threats towards a narrative focused on recovery, trade normalisation, and infrastructure rebuilding

08 April, 2026

Hormuz traffic collapse: 181 ships recorded in March, majority Iranian-linked

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed, with Iranian-linked vessels making up nearly 70 per cent of the limited number of ships still transiting the route

31 March, 2026

Editor’s note: Day 25 of war — resilience, reality, and a region adjusting

Nearly a month into war, the GCC faces sustained pressure on security, trade, and energy flows, yet the region’s ability to remain stable under strain is sending a powerful message

24 March, 2026