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Iran's currency hits a new record low as war erodes the country's economic stability

Iran's currency hits a new record low as war erodes the country's economic stability

Iran's national currency collapsed to a new record low of over 2.5 million rials per US dollar amid escalating military conflict and a US naval blockade.

Transport ·30 Sep 2026, 01:18 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Trump Says Iran War Will Be Won Very Soon, More Strikes Possible

Trump Says Iran War Will Be Won Very Soon, More Strikes Possible

President Donald Trump told Fox News that the United States would win the war with Iran very soon and that fresh strikes could come before mid-terms.

World ·28 Sep 2026, 21:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran Proposes Reopening Strait of Hormuz to End War, Wants Asset Release

Iran Proposes Reopening Strait of Hormuz to End War, Wants Asset Release

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for frozen assets, though President Trump rejected the proposal as oil prices surged.

NHS ·28 Sep 2026, 17:49 ·Owen Patel 5 min read
US Treasury threatens Iran with unprecedented economic isolation and port blockade

US Treasury threatens Iran with unprecedented economic isolation and port blockade

The US Treasury has threatened Iran with a comprehensive port blockade and severe economic isolation following the rejection of a seven-day diplomatic roadmap for the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·28 Sep 2026, 04:38 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
US Energy Secretary Wright Says Hormuz Oil Flow Near 13 Million Barrels Day

US Energy Secretary Wright Says Hormuz Oil Flow Near 13 Million Barrels Day

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced that oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are averaging nearly 13 million barrels per day despite regional conflict.

World ·27 Sep 2026, 06:37 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran says awaiting formal US answer after Trump rejection

Iran says awaiting formal US answer after Trump rejection

Tehran is awaiting official word from intermediaries after US President Donald Trump dismissed its phased roadmap for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·27 Sep 2026, 04:44 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump urges Xi to halt aid to Iran amid Strait of Hormuz talks

Trump urges Xi to halt aid to Iran amid Strait of Hormuz talks

US President Donald Trump pressed Chinese President Xi Jinping to end support for Tehran during a Washington meeting. Meanwhile, Iran proposed a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·26 Sep 2026, 00:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran says it has given US 'concrete' seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it has given US 'concrete' seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced a seven-day roadmap to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, contingent on US concessions and a ceasefire.

World ·25 Sep 2026, 22:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump warns Xi Jinping that Chinese aid for Iran is unacceptable

Trump warns Xi Jinping that Chinese aid for Iran is unacceptable

President Donald Trump warned Chinese President Xi Jinping that any direct or indirect Chinese support for Iran is unacceptable during Washington talks.

World ·25 Sep 2026, 18:38 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran pitches seven-day roadmap to end conflict with US

Iran pitches seven-day roadmap to end conflict with US

Iran has pitched a new seven-day roadmap aimed at ending conflict with the United States, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and restarting talks.

World ·25 Sep 2026, 11:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Sensex tanks 493 points; Nifty falls sixth day as crude jumps to $91

Sensex tanks 493 points; Nifty falls sixth day as crude jumps to $91

Indian equity markets faced a sharp sell-off as crude oil prices climbed to $91 a barrel following renewed Middle East conflicts and U.S.-Iran tensions.

Business ·24 Sep 2026, 23:34 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Iran Parliament Panel Approves New Penalties for Hormuz Rules

Iran Parliament Panel Approves New Penalties for Hormuz Rules

Iran's parliamentary leadership has advanced a strict legislative package to penalize maritime vessels breaching Strait of Hormuz transit regulations.

World ·23 Sep 2026, 05:37 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Oil Breaks $100, but FX Refuses to Follow the Script

Oil Breaks $100, but FX Refuses to Follow the Script

Brent crude fell below $100 a barrel following Saudi pipeline repairs and potential Iranian diplomatic overtures, but currency markets showed a split reaction.

Business ·22 Sep 2026, 19:37 ·Maeve Turner 5 min read
Oil Prices Slide as Traders Bet on Iran Diplomacy

Oil Prices Slide as Traders Bet on Iran Diplomacy

Crude oil benchmarks fell to their lowest level in over a week as traders priced in diplomatic hopes despite ongoing Middle East tensions.

Business ·21 Sep 2026, 11:35 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Iran threatens US with painful strikes as Trump weighs military options

Iran threatens US with painful strikes as Trump weighs military options

Iran has threatened the US with continuous military retaliation as President Trump weighs hostile options against Tehran amid faltering diplomatic talks.

World ·20 Sep 2026, 19:11 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump cuts Camp David stay short as Middle East conflict escalates

Trump cuts Camp David stay short as Middle East conflict escalates

President Donald Trump abruptly returned to the White House from Camp David as escalating regional tensions and energy market impacts unfold.

World ·20 Sep 2026, 18:14 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran Sends 7 Conditions to US via Qatar, Warns of Decisive War

Iran Sends 7 Conditions to US via Qatar, Warns of Decisive War

Tehran has communicated formal conditions to Washington through Qatari and Pakistani mediators, prompting a swift rejection from US leadership amid regional tensions.

World ·20 Sep 2026, 02:33 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran mobilises 313,000 volunteer fighters in Tehran amid US conflict

Iran mobilises 313,000 volunteer fighters in Tehran amid US conflict

Iran has mobilized 313,000 volunteer fighters in Tehran amid escalating conflict with the United States, severe economic strain, and internal dissent.

World ·18 Sep 2026, 17:38 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Gas Prices Have Never Been This High This Late In The Year

Gas Prices Have Never Been This High This Late In The Year

Gas prices across North America have shattered seasonal records, maintaining historic highs above $4 a gallon amid ongoing geopolitical supply disruptions and refinery bottlenecks.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 18:16 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Houthis attack Saudi Arabia as Gulf-Iran talks are postponed

Houthis attack Saudi Arabia as Gulf-Iran talks are postponed

Planned diplomatic talks between Gulf states and Iran in Oman were called off after Houthi forces launched missile and drone strikes on Saudi Arabia.

World ·14 Sep 2026, 22:09 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read