Stocks fall on Wall Street as oil prices jump back above $100 a barrel after Iran war escalates The jump in oil prices over the course of the war has fueled already high inflation.
Oil surges above $100 a barrel as US and Iran launch new attacks, while gasoline prices also jump 17 hours ago
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods By The Associated Press September 6, 2026 at 1:42 p.m. Higher diesel prices mean higher transportation costs for a long list of everyday goods.
What to know about a reported US airstrike that hit a wedding in Iran By The Associated Press September 3, 2026 at 6:19 a.m. Iranian state media said four people were killed and more than 60 were wounded.
New US missile appears to have left wide path of death and destruction in Iranian city, report says By The Associated Press August 31, 2026 at 1:36 p.m. The missiles detonated above a sports complex and two residential neighborhoods.
Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war, but 6 months later he claims he’s in no hurry By The Associated Press August 28, 2026 at 12:32 p.m. This week, his administration shifted its focus to economic pressure rather than military action.
Trump warns of ‘economic D-Day’ against Iran, but Tehran is well acquainted with sanctions By The Associated Press August 21, 2026 at 12:21 p.m. Trump says the U.S. is imposing an “unprecedented” level of economic warfare on Iran.
US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln By The Associated Press August 20, 2026 at 1:07 p.m. It follows reports of mental health challenges and supply shortages aboard the Lincoln.
The bond market swings back to worries and knocks US stocks lower By The Associated Press August 20, 2026 at 2:36 p.m. The U.S. governmentap debt topped $40 trillion on Wednesday.
A quiet channel between ICE and Iran shaped deportation flights, newly released emails show By The Associated Press August 20, 2026 at 5:08 p.m. This marks a shift from the U.S.'s long-standing practice of welcoming Iranian dissidents.
Trump is threatening to bomb Oman, but why? By The Associated Press August 18, 2026 at 1:10 p.m. This comes as Trump faces pressure over his promises for a quick war.
Trump pivots back to sanctions for Iran as other strategies to end his war fizzle By The Associated Press August 11, 2026 at 11:36 a.m. The shift comes as U.S. stockpiles of key weapons have dwindled and talks seem again...