Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into a battleground, attacking energy supplies and striking foreign oil tankers in Iraqi waters. CNN’s Nic Robertson reports from the region.
Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into a battleground, attacking energy supplies and striking foreign oil tankers in Iraqi waters. CNN’s Nic Robertson reports from the region.
CNN's Isobel Yeung reports from Lebanon’s Beqaa Valley as Israel engages in large-scale strikes across the country in response to rocket attacks by the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah.
Demand for private charter flights out of the Middle East has surged since the beginning of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, with those who can afford it paying astronomical prices to leave the region.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appeared unwell at a budget committee session on Thursday, which sparked concerns over her health. This comes less than a week before her meeting with President Trump in Washington. On Friday, Japan’s government said she has recovered and returned to official duties. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery reports.
Oil price spikes triggered by the war with Iran could have a catastrophic impact on African nations. These countries should start preparing now, one economist from the Institute of Economic Affairs in Kenya told CNN’s Larry Madowo. Even Africa's most advanced economy, South Africa, is exposed to the oil price shocks, which could cause higher fuel costs, rising inflation and renewed pressure on currencies.
Video shows a tall pipe suddenly bursting out of the ground at a construction site in Osaka, Japan, in a moment somewhat reminiscent of “Super Mario.” CNN’s Hanako Montgomery reports.
Danish celebrity chef René Redzepi has resigned from Michelin-starred restaurant, Noma, after abuse allegations from dozens of former employees.
