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China’s support for Tehran grows more restrained as U.S. enters war between Israel and Iran

China’s support for Tehran grows more restrained as U.S....

While the U.S. openly threw its military heft behind Israel, Beijing's support for...

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Shipping groups avoid the Strait of Hormuz to reduce exposure after U.S. strikes on Iran

Shipping groups avoid the Strait of Hormuz to reduce exposure...

The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, is recognized...

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Trump calls 'obliteration' an accurate description of damage to Iran's nuclear facilities

Trump calls 'obliteration' an accurate description of damage...

Trump on Sunday disputed Iranian attempts to downplay the strikes on its nuclear...

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Why global markets are brushing off U.S. strikes on Iran

Why global markets are brushing off U.S. strikes on Iran

Investors are largely shrugging off escalations in the Middle East, with many strategists...

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Dollar surge could be short-lived after U.S. strike on Iran

Dollar surge could be short-lived after U.S. strike on...

Analysts say the dollar rally is masking concerns over U.S. fiscal policy, trade...

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Oil prices cut gains as traders weigh potential supply disruption after U.S. strikes on Iran

Oil prices cut gains as traders weigh potential supply...

Oil markets are reacting to the impact of a U.S. decision to directly enter the...

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NATO allies pledge to hike defense spending – but will they deliver?

NATO allies pledge to hike defense spending – but will...

NATO meets for its annual summit this week, with allies being pushed and shoved...

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How the Israel-Iran standoff took a turn and what's next after a pivotal 24 hours

How the Israel-Iran standoff took a turn and what's next...

Iran's response will be watched by the rest of the world, especially among oil traders.

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Iran’s parliament backs blocking Strait of Hormuz. Its closure will alienate Tehran further

Iran’s parliament backs blocking Strait of Hormuz. Its...

The Straits are the only sea route from the Persian Gulf to the open ocean, and...

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Oil at $100 a barrel? U.S. role in Iran-Israel fight fuels market jitters

Oil at $100 a barrel? U.S. role in Iran-Israel fight fuels...

Oil markets are entering a new phase of uncertainty after the U.S. entered the war...