Iran buried former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei amid renewed US-Iran conflict, raising concerns over regional stability and impacts on UK and EU markets, including sterling fluctuations.
US strikes on Iran targets aim to limit disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with significant implications for UK and European trade routes and sterling market volatility.
US strikes on Iran following tanker attacks near the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns over UK and EU maritime trade security and sterling market stability.
Russia’s seaborne crude oil exports reached a record high since early 2026 amid eased US sanctions and rising competition from Iran, impacting global prices and European markets.
UAE’s reported thaw on frozen Iranian oil revenues signals easing Middle East tensions, with potential effects on British and European markets, sterling, and London’s financial sector.
Trump reveals China's interest in US oil and soybean purchases, signaling potential shifts in global trade with impacts on London and European markets.
The UAE has secretly launched attacks against Iran, escalating Gulf tensions and impacting UK and European business interests, including sterling and London markets.
Oil prices surged over 7% after Trump's threats against Iran, impacting sterling and London markets amid concerns over Middle East instability and energy security.
The US will not renew sanctions exemptions allowing purchases of Russian and Iranian oil cargos at sea, impacting UK and European energy markets and supply dynamics.
Rising aviation fuel costs driven by Middle East conflict are causing European airlines, including UK carriers, to cut flights, impacting schedules and market stability.