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President Trump postpones Beijing visit due to Iran war, delaying U.S.-China trade talks

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday (17 March) announced that he is postponing a highly anticipated trip to Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, citing the war with Iran as the main disruption to efforts to ease tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

U.S. counterterrorism head Kent resigns, says 'cannot in good conscience support' Iran war

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U.S. counterterrorism head Kent resigns, says 'cannot in good conscience support' Iran war

Joseph Kent, head of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on Tuesday (17 March), becoming the most senior official in President Donald Trump’s administration to step down over the war in Iran. Kent cited his opposition to the conflict, stating that Tehran posed no imminent threat.

Ali Larijani killed: What to know about Iran's late Security Chief

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Middle East conflict

Ali Larijani killed: What to know about Iran's late Security Chief

Iran has confirmed the death of its top security Chief, Ali Larijani after Israel claimed responsibility for his death. They also confirmed the killing of Basij commander Soleimani.

Will the Iran war provide an economic opportunity for Georgia?

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Will the Iran war provide an economic opportunity for Georgia?

When the current confrontation around Iran eventually fades into history, the real story for the South Caucasus may not be about missiles or military balances. It is likely to be about ports, railways and trade routes.

Trump says Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei not seen after strike – Latest on Middle East crisis

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Trump says Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei not seen after strike – Latest on Middle East crisis

President Trump called on countries to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Starmer said the UK is working with allies to restore navigation and stabilise oil markets. It comes as a strike near Iraq’s western border killed several Hashed al-Shaabi fighters, raising regional tensions.

WHO maps out $2m for Lebanon, Iraq and Syria, warns of health crisis as conflict escalates

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Middle East Conflict

WHO maps out $2m for Lebanon, Iraq and Syria, warns of health crisis as conflict escalates

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released $2m in emergency funding to support health responses in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria as escalating regional conflict strains hospitals, raises displacement and increases pressure on already fragile health systems.

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Iran is 'open' to talks on Strait of Hormuz, Iranian FM says - Middle East conflict on 15 March

Iran says it is open to talks with countries seeking safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz - disrupted by recent attacks - as Israel continues to launch wide‑scale strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the west. This live report tracks the latest developments.

Six more people evacuated from Iran to Azerbaijan

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Six more people evacuated from Iran to Azerbaijan

The process of evacuating foreign diplomats and citizens from Iran to Azerbaijan through the Astara state border crossing continues on Sunday (15 March), ensuring smooth and efficient transit for those arriving.

Trump threatens more attacks on Iran’s Kharg Island, presses allies on Hormuz

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Trump threatens more attacks on Iran’s Kharg Island, presses allies on Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran vowed to step up its response and the war showed no sign of ending on Sunday ( 15 March).

Indian LPG shipments navigate Strait of Hormuz despite blockage by Iran

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Middle East Conflict

Indian LPG shipments navigate Strait of Hormuz despite blockage by Iran

Two Indian-flagged tankers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying 92,700 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), are en route to India despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, the Indian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday (14 March).

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