The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
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The national average for gasoline in the U.S. rose to $3.48 per gallon Monday, according to the AAA gasoline price survey. (Photo …
- Africa
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka cricket series called off due to Iran war | Cricket News
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAfghanistan were due to host Sri Lanka for a six-match series in the UAE, which has been hit by attacks from Iran. …
- Asia
Woman killed in Bahrain as Gulf states intercept more Iranian missiles | US-Israel war on Iran News
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogListen to this article | 4 mins info One person has been killed in an Iranian attack in Bahrain, as regional countries including Saudi …
- Politics
Kaine: Trump calling Iran war an ‘excursion’ is ‘deeply disrespectful’ to service members
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogSen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) slammed President Trump for referring to the war in Iran as an “excursion” on Monday. “You can’t watch …
- Latest
As U.S.-Israeli war with Iran intensifies, Trump says it is “very far ahead of schedule”
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogPresident Trump weighed in Monday on the plight of Iran’s national women’s soccer team, who were caught up in the geopolitical ramifications …
- NJ
Trump sends mixed signals on Iran war end, pushes election overhaul bill • New Jersey Monitor
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogPresident Donald Trump on Monday told House Republicans, who were gathered in Florida for a policy retreat, that he expects the war …
- Stocks
Trump announces sanctions relief to ease oil prices, says Iran war to end ‘very soon’
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogPresident Donald Trump said the U.S. is waiving oil-related sanctions on certain countries in an effort to ease crude prices, as he …
The United States and Israel launched a war against Iran on Feb. 28. In the days since the fighting began, the conflict …
- USA
Gas prices surge as oil spikes amid Iran war. Here’s how much Americans are paying.
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogGasoline prices in the U.S. continued climbing on Monday after the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran temporarily pushed oil prices above $100 per barrel, the …
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) urged calm on Monday after the price of crude oil surged due to fallout from the …
- Auz/NZ
As Khamenei son takes over, Nigerian Shias mourn Iran’s old supreme leader | US-Israel war on Iran News
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogKano, Nigeria – As the son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei takes over as Iran’s supreme leader after the assassination of his father …
- Project
Some Mideast Construction Projects Halted as Owners, Industry Firms Steel for Impacts of War
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe U.S.-Israel-led war with Iran has already had global economic impacts, with oil and gas price spikes and stock markets dropping around …
- Opinion
Trump Rejects Settling Iran War, Raises Prospect Of Killing All Its Potential Leaders
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogBEIRUT/MIAMI/TEL AVIV/DUBAI, March 8 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said he is not interested in negotiating with Iran and raised the …
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Seventh American service member dies amid U.S. …
- Politics
‘No change in policy’ regarding Russian oil sanctions amid Iran war: Energy secretary
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogEnergy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the Trump administration’s policy toward Russian oil has not changed, despite Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent …
NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that India believes that dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued to de-escalate …
- Asia
Israel unlawfully used white phosphorus in Lebanon: HRW | US-Israel war on Iran News
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogImages verified by Human Rights Watch show Israel fired white phosphorus in populated areas of southern Lebanon. Listen to this article | 4 mins …
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Since 1979, Iran’s revolutionary regime has been the nemesis of eight American Presidents. None could tame its political furies; its covert operations, …
An Army carry team carry a flag-draped transfer case with the remains of US Army Reserve soldier Capt. Cody Khork, who was …
- Asia
Iran war threatens prolonged impact on energy markets as oil prices rise | US-Israel war on Iran News
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogListen to this article | 4 mins info Published On 8 Mar 20268 Mar 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share …
- Opinion
‘A Congress Without Ambition’: Lawmakers Give Trump Blank Check On War
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON – In ducking a vote on authorizing war against Iran this week, Congress ceded its constitutional responsibilities yet again, some lawmakers …
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Trump honors ‘heroes’ killed in …
- Project
Some Mideast Construction Projects Halted as Construction Firms Steel for Impacts of War
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe U.S.-Israel-led war with Iran has already had global economic impacts, with oil and gas price spikes and stock markets dropping around …
- Asia
European leaders’ views on the developing war in the Middle East : NPR
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogEuropeans are divided over how to respond to the US/Israel war with Iran. German leaders have been measured, while Spain’s prime minister …
Oil and gas prices have jumped since the United States and Israel struck Iran last weekend, jolting energy markets that had grown …
What began last Saturday as coordinated attacks on Iran by the U.S. and Israel has sprawled into a wider conflict with repercussions …
The United States has been chasing the rhetorical goal of energy independence — the ability to produce enough domestic energy to be …
