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Troops Move, Oil Rises as Hormuz Crisis Deepens
world26 days ago

Troops Move, Oil Rises as Hormuz Crisis Deepens

Live updates show the US redeploying about 2,000 Marines from Okinawa to the Middle East aboard the Tripoli as Washington expands its regional footprint; Britain mulls mine-hunting drones to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Japan and Australia say they won’t send ships; Japan begins releasing strategic oil reserves; Israel says it still has thousands of targets in Iran as Trump seeks a coalition to secure Hormuz, and oil prices rise amid supply fears.

via The Guardian|
#iran-us-relations#middle-east-crisis#military-deployments
UN Security Council Weighs Two Draft Resolutions in Rising Middle East Crisis
world1 month ago

UN Security Council Weighs Two Draft Resolutions in Rising Middle East Crisis

The UN Security Council prepared votes on two draft resolutions addressing the Middle East crisis triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran: Bahrain-led text on behalf of the GCC and Jordan condemns Iran and calls for de-escalation, including guarantees for navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, while a shorter Russian draft urges restraint and negotiations without naming states. Bahrain’s draft drew broad co-sponsorship; after consultations it proceeded in blue. Post-script: on 11 March, Bahrain‑led resolution was adopted 13 in favour with 2 abstentions (China and Russia) and wide support (135 co-sponsors); Russia’s draft failed to reach the nine votes needed for adoption (4 in favour, 2 against, 9 abstentions).

via Security Council Report|
#gcc#iran#middle-east-crisis
Jet Fuel Cracks Leap to Fresh Highs as Hormuz Turbulence Tightens Markets
energy1 month ago

Jet Fuel Cracks Leap to Fresh Highs as Hormuz Turbulence Tightens Markets

Jet fuel cracks to record highs as Iran-related conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, tightening supply for Asia and Europe. Singapore jet fuel jumped about 140% to around $230 per barrel, while Europe’s jet premium to crude widened, with cracking margins surging to new records. The stress in jet fuel outpaced crude due to storage constraints and refinery constraints, with roughly 20% of global jet exports passing through Hormuz. If disruptions persist, airlines and consumers could face sustained higher costs and refining runs may stay restrained even if tensions ease.

via Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com|
#energy#jet-fuel#middle-east-crisis
UK chartered first government-arranged repatriation flight from Oman amid Middle East unrest
world1 month ago

UK chartered first government-arranged repatriation flight from Oman amid Middle East unrest

The UK government has chartered its first flight specifically arranged to repatriate British nationals from Oman as Middle East attacks disrupt travel; seats will prioritise the most vulnerable and dependents, with the Foreign Office coordinating calls for eligible travellers and exploring additional routes while advising nationals to avoid travel to the region unless officially contacted.

via BBC|
#british-nationals#foreign-office#middle-east-crisis
UN Chief Condemns US-Backed Gaza Aid System Amid Rising Gaza Violence
middle-east-crisis9 months ago

UN Chief Condemns US-Backed Gaza Aid System Amid Rising Gaza Violence

The UN chief criticized a US-backed aid operation in Gaza as unsafe and deadly, highlighting that aid efforts are being strangled, aid workers are starving, and civilians are being killed while trying to access food. The conflict has resulted in over 56,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023, with ongoing Israeli strikes causing significant civilian casualties and international concern over the safety and effectiveness of humanitarian aid.

via The Guardian|
#aid#civilian-casualties#gaza
international-relations2 years ago

Middle East Countries Take Action Against Iranian Drone Threat

Jordan's foreign minister summoned the Iranian ambassador to protest against Iranian comments that were seen as interference in the kingdom's internal affairs, following recent warnings from Iran's official media. This comes amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East, with various countries expressing concern and condemnation over recent events, including Iran's attack on Israel and its aftermath.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#diplomatic-protest#interference#international-relations
"Israeli Military Investigates Deaths of Foreign Aid Workers in Gaza Strike"
world-news2 years ago

"Israeli Military Investigates Deaths of Foreign Aid Workers in Gaza Strike"

The Israeli military is investigating after a reported airstrike on a convoy in central Gaza killed four foreign nationals, including aid workers from the World Central Kitchen, and their Palestinian translator. The group was delivering food and supplies to northern Gaza when their convoy was struck. The nationalities of the victims include UK, Australia, and Poland, with the fourth aid worker's nationality unknown. The source of the strike remains unconfirmed, and the World Central Kitchen has expressed that humanitarian aid workers and civilians should never be targeted.

via The Guardian|
#gaza#humanitarian-aid#israeli-military
"Security Concerns Surround Biden's Gaza Pier for Aid Mission"
politics2 years ago

"Security Concerns Surround Biden's Gaza Pier for Aid Mission"

Senator Roger Wicker criticizes President Biden's plan to send Army logistics vessels to build a floating pier for delivering aid to Gaza, calling it a dangerous and illogical election-year gimmick. Wicker questions the lack of planning, protection for soldiers, and a delivery plan, emphasizing the risks and broader implications of the mission. He argues that the U.S. military is being stretched too thin and urges Biden to reconsider the mission in line with the "Weinberger Doctrine."

via Washington Examiner|
#biden#gaza#middle-east-crisis
"Israeli Military Raid on Al-Shifa Hospital Sparks International Outrage"
international-affairs2 years ago

"Israeli Military Raid on Al-Shifa Hospital Sparks International Outrage"

Hamas claims that those killed at al-Shifa hospital by the Israeli military were patients and displaced people, while Israel alleges that the hospital harbored militants and terrorist infrastructure. The US has drafted a UN resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as Arab ministers meet in Cairo to discuss efforts to end the Israel-Hamas war. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Israel vows to take control of Rafah, even if it leads to a potential breach with the US, and a burning object is thrown at the Israeli embassy in The Hague.

via The Guardian|
#gaza#hamas#international-affairs
"Stanford's Battle: Anti-Semitism, Pro-Palestine Protests, and Campus Activism"
education2 years ago

"Stanford's Battle: Anti-Semitism, Pro-Palestine Protests, and Campus Activism"

Jewish students at Stanford University have reported feeling threatened and discriminated against by anti-Semitic protestors on campus, with incidents including a teaching assistant expressing support for assassinating President Biden and making threatening remarks towards Jewish students. Pro-Palestine protests have led to clashes and harassment of Jewish students, with some experts suggesting that the behavior could constitute grounds for a discrimination lawsuit. The university has faced criticism for not taking stronger disciplinary action in response to these incidents.

via Daily Mail|
#anti-semitism#discrimination#education
Tragic End: 6-Year-Old Hind Rajab Found Dead in Gaza After Pleas for Help
world-news2 years ago

Tragic End: 6-Year-Old Hind Rajab Found Dead in Gaza After Pleas for Help

The bodies of six-year-old Hind Rajab and two paramedics were found in Gaza City almost two weeks after Hind's distress call for help, where she was trapped in a car next to the bodies of her relatives who were killed in an Israeli strike. The Palestinian Red Crescent dispatched two paramedics to rescue Hind, but they were also killed in a suspected Israeli strike, leading to accusations of deliberate targeting of the ambulance.

via The Guardian|
#gaza#hind-rajab#israeli-strike
"US Strikes Houthi Drone Base as Hostage Deal Details Bedevil Middle East Crisis"
middle-east-crisis2 years ago

"US Strikes Houthi Drone Base as Hostage Deal Details Bedevil Middle East Crisis"

Qatar's foreign ministry reports that Hamas has given initial positive confirmation to a proposed ceasefire deal involving the release of Israeli hostages, but a Qatari official states that there is no deal yet and they are waiting for Hamas' response. Meanwhile, the US has ordered reprisal strikes against an Iranian-backed militia, and the UK could recognize a Palestinian state after a ceasefire in Gaza. Additionally, Palestinians rounded up in Gaza have reported abuse and torture while in Israeli detention, and the UN agency for Palestinian refugees warns of shutting down operations if funding does not resume.

via The Guardian|
#ceasefire-proposal#gaza#hamas