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Iran-war

Ninety per cent dependent, thirty days deep: Australia's fuel supply chain unravels
Geopolitics

Ninety per cent dependent, thirty days deep: Australia's fuel supply chain unravels

The Strait of Hormuz blockade has exposed what economists have warned about for decades. Australia's fuel security is a policy fiction propped up by long shipping routes and optimistic assumptions.
9 min read 17 days ago
Iranian Missiles Can Now Reach London, Israel Warns. Britain Has No Defence.
Opinion

Iranian Missiles Can Now Reach London, Israel Warns. Britain Has No Defence.

The Diego Garcia strike revealed capabilities Tehran denied having. Defence experts say the UK would have to rely on American systems stationed in Eastern Europe to stop an incoming Iranian missile.
8 min read 17 days ago
Iranian Missiles Strike Near Israel's Nuclear Research Centre, Dozens Injured
World

Iranian Missiles Strike Near Israel's Nuclear Research Centre, Dozens Injured

Israel's Iron Dome fails to intercept missiles targeting Dimona and Arad in what the IDF calls a 'new phase' of the conflict. Iran claims it targeted the Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Center in retaliation for strikes on Natanz.
8 min read 17 days ago
Six fuel tankers bound for Australia cancelled as Iran blockade disrupts supply chain
Geopolitics

Six fuel tankers bound for Australia cancelled as Iran blockade disrupts supply chain

Energy Minister says 74 of 81 expected ships will still arrive, but warns of 'bumps' ahead as Strait of Hormuz blockade cuts 20 per cent of global oil supply.
6 min read 17 days ago
Iran War Day 21: Trump Floats 'Winding Down' as Pentagon Ships 2,500 More Marines
Geopolitics

Iran War Day 21: Trump Floats 'Winding Down' as Pentagon Ships 2,500 More Marines

The president's social media post came hours after telling reporters there would be no ceasefire. Three more warships are heading to the Persian Gulf.
9 min read 18 days ago
Spain commits €5 billion to shield economy from Iran war. Australia hesitates
Geopolitics

Spain commits €5 billion to shield economy from Iran war. Australia hesitates

Madrid slashes VAT on fuel and electricity from 21% to 10% while Canberra weighs fuel rationing powers and hopes the supply chain holds.
8 min read 18 days ago
Australia Signs Hormuz Coalition Statement After Trump's 'Cowards' Outburst
Geopolitics

Australia Signs Hormuz Coalition Statement After Trump's 'Cowards' Outburst

Canberra joins 19 nations pledging to help reopen the strait. Washington says it's not enough.
8 min read 18 days ago
The Fertilizer Chokepoint: How the Strait of Hormuz Blockade Threatens Australian Grain
Geopolitics

The Fertilizer Chokepoint: How the Strait of Hormuz Blockade Threatens Australian Grain

Australia imports 85% of its fertilizer, with more than half of the nation's urea coming from countries now cut off by the Gulf conflict.
8 min read 19 days ago
Trump Postpones China Summit as Beijing Seizes Opportunity
Geopolitics

Trump Postpones China Summit as Beijing Seizes Opportunity

While the United States is focused on Iran, China has hosted seven world leaders and announced plans to dominate AI and tech.
5 min read 19 days ago
Israeli Strike on Iran Gasfield Exposes Rift as Trump Claims He Did Not Know
Middle East

Israeli Strike on Iran Gasfield Exposes Rift as Trump Claims He Did Not Know

Trump said he told Netanyahu 'don't do that' after the South Pars attack. Israeli officials say Washington was informed in advance.
6 min read 19 days ago
Bank of England holds rates as Iran war threatens inflation target
Work

Bank of England holds rates as Iran war threatens inflation target

First unanimous MPC vote in four years signals shift from cuts to possible hikes
9 min read 19 days ago
Australia races to solve fuel crisis as Iran blockade threatens supply chains
Geopolitics

Australia races to solve fuel crisis as Iran blockade threatens supply chains

National Cabinet meets tomorrow as government scrambles to coordinate response to global oil shock. Asian refineries hold the key.
13 min read 21 days ago