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Could Trump blow up Nato over Iran war? – The Latest
By March 16, 2026

Donald Trump is pressuring European allies to protect the strait of Hormuz, warning that Nato faces a ‘very bad’ future if members fail to offer assistance.The strait of Hormuz is one of the most important shipping routes in the world. A fifth of inter…

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Israel’s Expanding Ground Assault in Lebanon Meets Resistance in Hilltop Town
ByChristina Goldbaum March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

The town of Khiam’s location on high ground just a few miles north of the border between Israel and Lebanon has made it coveted territory over multiple conflicts.

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US, Israel now know ‘what kind of nation they are dealing with’
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 16, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says his country has shown it is ready to take the war “as far as necessary".

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How badly has the Iran war hit the global economy? The tell-tale signs
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 16, 2026

Oil and gas price hikes due to the war have rattled the global economy.

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Iran’s Hormuz blockade is its most powerful card against Trump and Israel. It won’t back down easily | Jack Watling
ByJack Watling March 16, 2026

By imposing massive costs on the global economy, the Iranian government hopes to cause the US to back downThe US and Israeli decision to attack Iran has sent economic shockwaves around the world. About 20% of global oil supplies have been effectively b…

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Is Russia benefitting from the Iran war?
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 16, 2026

The US is allowing the purchase of Russian oil that’s stranded at sea after the war on Iran led to higher energy prices.

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Fifth Member of Iranian Soccer Team Reverses Decision on Asylum
ByAli Watkins March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Five of the seven members of the Iranian women’s national team who originally sought asylum in Australia after a tournament have changed their minds.

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European countries reject Trump’s call for help to reopen strait of Hormuz
ByJennifer Rankin in Brussels and Lorenzo Tondo in Jerusalem March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Leaders seek a diplomatic solution despite US president’s threat of ‘a very bad future’ for Nato unless it provides warshipsMiddle East crisis – live updatesEuropean countries have ruled out sending warships to the strait of Hormuz, despite threats fro…

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Qatar Airways announces ‘limited’ flights to and from Doha
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 16, 2026

Airline says limited number of flights will operate as of March 18 between Qatari capital and dozens of destinations.

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Iran officials tout ‘Trump-burning’ celebration amid battle of narratives
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 16, 2026

Iranian state media calls for turning fire festival into a symbolic protest by burning figures of Trump and Netanyahu.

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