Iran

Analysts say Middle East battlefield reflects broader rivalry among the U.S., Russia, and China

Hardline succession signals continuity in Tehran as war drives crude above $100

Assembly of Experts confirms decision but withholds name amid war and leadership vacuum

Beijing seeks safe passage for energy shipments as global oil supply faces major disruption

Middle East tensions lift bullion, but stronger dollar and Fed uncertainty cap the rally

Brent tops $84, European gas spikes 70%, and bond yields climb as markets price prolonged conflict

Gold and defense stocks rally while tech and banks sink on war fears

Middle East airspace closures rattle global travel and fuel-cost outlook

Air raids, regime-change rhetoric and oil chokepoints rattle markets from Gulf hubs to Wall Street

1,600+ flights canceled as Dubai hub shuts, airspace closures ripple worldwide