World Headlines
- Global Oil Prices Surge Past $100 Amid Middle East Instability
Brent crude prices rose 2.7% to settle above $103 per barrel as the ongoing conflict disrupts roughly 20% of the world’s seaborne energy supplies. - Trump Grants 30-Day Waiver for Russian Crude Sales
In a surprise move to stabilize global energy markets, the Trump administration issued a temporary waiver allowing the sale of stranded Russian oil. - Explosion Damages Jewish School in Amsterdam
Dutch authorities are investigating a “deliberate attack” after an explosion rocked a Jewish school, the second such incident in the Netherlands within 24 hours. - Formula One Cancels Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix
The FIA officially cancelled the upcoming April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to the deteriorating security situation and the ongoing regional war.
Middle East Headlines
- Conflict Enters Decisive Phase as Israel Hits Lebanon and Iran
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the war is entering a “decisive phase” following massive strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and military infrastructure on Iran’s Kharg Island. - Trump Urges Global Naval Coalition to Secure Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump has called for international allies, including China and the UK, to send warships to the Gulf to reopen the critical shipping lane currently under Iranian blockade. - Major Energy Hub in UAE Targeted by Drone Strikes
A drone attack on the Fujairah energy terminal in the UAE sparked large fires, prompting Iran to warn civilians to evacuate port areas it now considers “legitimate targets.” - U.S. Embassy in Baghdad Hit by Missile Attack
Iraqi security officials confirmed a missile struck a helipad within the heavily fortified U.S. Embassy compound, marking an escalation in attacks by Iran-aligned militias.