Who blinks first: What Iran’s Strait of Hormuz strategy reveals about its war goals
Attacks on ships in Hormuz and strikes across the region expose Tehran’s strategy of gradual escalation and long war, testing US, Israeli and Gulf resolve. Read more at Read More
Dire straits: The handful of marine choke points holding Europe’s economy hostage
From the Persian Gulf to the English Channel, a small number of narrow waterways carry the vast bulk of what Europeans eat, buy, and heat their homes with. When one…
China treads carefully on Iran war as it balances energy security and neutrality
The Iran war is disrupting global energy flows and increasing the risk of wider regional escalation, leaving major economies such as China walking a tightrope. Read more at Read More
Shakira wants to build her own stadium in Spain to sign off world tour
The Latin pop superstar singer will close her world tour in Spain with an unprecedented show of force by performing in her own purpose-built stadium. a return marked by controversy…
‘Board of Peace is not an alternative to UN’, says UN top humanitarian chief
Tom Fletcher defends the UN’s role in a fractured world, insisting new peace initiatives cannot replace the global body. Read More
Europe’s far-right unites around Orbán, while Trump’s Hungary visit remains uncertain
The event dubbed “the first Patriotic Grand Assembly” will include speeches from far-right leaders Marine Pen and Matteo Salvini as well as Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Dutch politician…
Middle East flights: Qatar Airways begins revised limited schedule until 28 March
Doha-based carrier confirms more than 70 destinations for flights to and from Hamad International while British Airways extends regional cancellations. Read More
Dream job alert: You can now apply to be a ‘room service critic’ and a ‘hotel robe researcher’
Winners of the competition will receive a €4,300 gift card to cover a stay at their dream property for a review. Read More
Where are the top places for stargazing and starbathing in Europe?
Ahead of International Dark Sky Week in April, here are some of the best locations in Europe to see the stars. Read More
UN maritime body starts talks on Middle East shipping with Hormuz strait effectively closed
At least 21 ships have been hit, targeted or reported attacks since the start of the conflict, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations, a naval monitor. Read more at…