https://www.dailypolitics.com Latest news and articles from Daily Politics en-us Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:57:44 GMT https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/849177783669/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/849177783669/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:57:32 +0000 Russia says British specialists helped launch Storm Shadow missiles in Ukraine’s Bryansk strike that killed six, warning it will consider the UK’s role. Daily Politics Desk World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a9120e31461e/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a9120e31461e/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:50:00 +0000 A Ukrainian missile strike on a factory in Russia's Bryansk killed 6 civilians and wounded 37, as Kyiv said the site made components for missiles. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/fc2db74d3d60/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/fc2db74d3d60/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:32:05 +0000 Iran vows to continue fighting despite ceasefire calls as Trump says the Iran war could end soon. Tehran strikes cause casualties while oil prices rise. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/466abab9868b/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/466abab9868b/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:52:10 +0000 Blair urges UK to fully back US in Iran war, calling alliance "indispensable cornerstone" of British security as Starmer faces cabinet divisions. Daily Politics Desk Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/8ebd794ecd9d/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/8ebd794ecd9d/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:36:44 +0000 UK government consults on age-restricting VPNs after download surge, but experts say an outright ban is unlikely and would be difficult to enforce. Daily Politics Desk Technology https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/db0fb3726329/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/db0fb3726329/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:20:53 +0000 Defence secretary says US will launch "most intense day" of Iran strikes; Tehran vows to block all regional oil exports until attacks cease. Daily Politics Desk World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a516c7592637/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a516c7592637/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:27:31 +0000 Global stocks recover, and oil prices retreat as Trump indicates the Iran conflict may be drawing to a close, easing investor anxiety. Daily Politics Desk Business https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ebc1c92d9401/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ebc1c92d9401/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:00:03 +0000 Analysis reveals Washington has reversed its stance on sanctions pressure, permitting Indian imports of Russian crude amidst Persian Gulf disruptions and escalating prices. Wendy Wright Economy https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/e47346ee07e9/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/e47346ee07e9/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:04 +0000 Son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed as successor amid growing conflict with US and Israel, marking the first dynastic succession since the 1979 revolution. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/207d48177f07/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/207d48177f07/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:17:09 +0000 Brent crude climbs above $119 as stock markets decline; G7 finance ministers to discuss releasing petroleum reserves amid Middle East conflict. Daily Politics Desk Economy https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/baab3cd92c95/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/baab3cd92c95/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:37:05 +0000 All train services are suspended at Scotland's busiest station after a massive blaze spreads to a historic building, causing a partial collapse; no injuries have been reported. Wendy Wright General News https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/df94753a647a/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/df94753a647a/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:04 +0000 Analysis finds the EU's new rearmament strategy mandates European-made weapons by 2030, excluding American contractors from the largest spending surge since the Cold War. Wendy Wright Opinion https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/cedffc78d9b6/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/cedffc78d9b6/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:04 +0000 In a Daniel Davis / Deep Dive (@DanielDavisDeepDive) analysis, a retired officer argues the US lacks a path to victory, faces resource depletion, and may be heading for strategic failure in Iran. Daily Politics Desk Opinion https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/b80337b6d61c/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/b80337b6d61c/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:16:03 +0000 YouTube analyst Sean Foo (@SeanFooGold) states that rising Treasury yields, war expenses, and the potential disposal of Gulf assets could provoke "devastating" economic repercussions. Daily Politics Desk Economy https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/509b477f257a/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/509b477f257a/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:15:25 +0000 Foreign secretary tells BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that Britain must "learn lessons of Iraq" and make independent decisions on the Iran conflict. Daily Politics Desk Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ba6a1c176f07/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ba6a1c176f07/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:04:27 +0000 In a PoliticsJOE interview, Middle East Eye editor argues US strikes may be illegal, Netanyahu has different goals, and UK position is "shaky." Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/93e64d791162/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/93e64d791162/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:18:24 +0000 In a PoliticsJOE interview, Jeremy Corbyn warns of "repeat of Iraq," criticises Labour's economic record, and calls for student debt write-off and democratic reform. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/427518f9add6/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/427518f9add6/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:19:21 +0000 Justice Department releases previously withheld FBI reports detailing unverified sexual abuse claims against President Trump made by a minor in the 1980s. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/acccb0ed7239/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/acccb0ed7239/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:08:06 +0000 Britain remains cautious on Iran war escalation as Keir Starmer avoids joining US-Israel strikes while allowing defensive use of UK bases, prompting debate. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/9e85bab84542/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/9e85bab84542/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:08:38 +0000 Iranian president announces a conditional halt to strikes on neighbouring countries amid escalating war with US and Israel, warning of continued retaliation. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/b1cd7d3909c6/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/b1cd7d3909c6/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:39:19 +0000 Unverified reports claim Esmail Qaani was arrested and executed on suspicion of treason after surviving an Israeli strike that killed Supreme Leader Khamenei. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/7da9c5063b48/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/7da9c5063b48/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:17:31 +0000 A geopolitical analysis examines Iran’s resilience against US-Israel attacks, asymmetric warfare strategies, and global energy risks. Daily Politics Desk Opinion https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/f2f08b0c9cd7/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/f2f08b0c9cd7/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:06:50 +0000 Seven Ukrainians detained after Hungarian police raid armoured vehicles carrying $40m, €35m and 9kg of gold amid money laundering probe. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/bca0e707b303/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/bca0e707b303/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:07:34 +0000 Qatar warns that all Gulf energy production could cease within days, as India's Petronet declares force majeure on LNG shipments amid Strait of Hormuz disruption. Daily Politics Desk Business https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/501aebe40663/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/501aebe40663/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:44:30 +0000 UK Prime Minister reaffirms decision not to participate in US-Israeli strikes, urges de-escalation and diplomatic efforts as Britain sends more jets to the region. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/003f2b7788a0/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/003f2b7788a0/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:24:58 +0000 Israeli airstrikes pound Iranian and Lebanese capitals in "broad-scale wave"; US warns firepower will "surge dramatically" as regional conflict expands. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2c83de8b2360/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2c83de8b2360/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:33:44 +0000 China set new growth targets and economic priorities at the National People’s Congress, outlining policies on technology, consumption and stability. Daily Politics Desk Economy https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/f99a17c116fd/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/f99a17c116fd/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:37:16 +0000 In an interview with Owen Jones, Parsi warns that US strategy has collapsed within days, Iran now controls the conflict's tempo, and the risks of a ground invasion are increasing. Daily Politics Desk Opinion https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/d2a191cd1b2c/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/d2a191cd1b2c/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:51:07 +0000 Government-chartered plane grounded in Oman overnight for "operational reasons," as 138,000 UK nationals seek assistance amid regional conflict. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/66719fbb092b/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/66719fbb092b/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:36:06 +0000 David Taylor and two others have been released until May following their arrest under the National Security Act on suspicion of assisting Chinese intelligence. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ad638fdffecd/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/ad638fdffecd/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:20:08 +0000 Gas prices spike 70% as Qatar halts LNG production and Strait of Hormuz shipping faces disruption, triggering economic anxiety across EU. Daily Politics Desk Economy https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/200c6910796c/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/200c6910796c/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:01:30 +0000 Bipartisan majority votes to force Bondi's testimony amid criticism of the Justice Department's management of documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/404c275cf7df/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/404c275cf7df/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:02:00 +0000 Asian stocks plummet with KOSPI down 12% as oil rises 15% amid fears that the Middle East war could continue and disrupt energy supplies. Daily Politics Desk Business https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2133734c8dfa/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2133734c8dfa/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:38:58 +0000 Four-term GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw replaced by state Rep. Steve Toth after a race focused on Trump alignment and conservative credentials. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/fc9c6c2c12b2/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/fc9c6c2c12b2/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:08:55 +0000 Damage reported after air strike on Iran's Assembly of Experts building, the body responsible for selecting a successor to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2c43379024a1/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/2c43379024a1/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:46:49 +0000 Spain pushes back after Trump threatens to cut all trade over refusal to let US use bases for Iran strikes, citing international law and EU agreements. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/420c6869bfbb/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/420c6869bfbb/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:32:47 +0000 Jeremy Corbyn describes the Iran situation as "incredibly difficult," calls for restraint and diplomacy, and warns that US strikes could risk a broader Middle East conflict. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/bffdbf809549/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/bffdbf809549/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:25:29 +0000 First Lady presides over Security Council meeting on children in conflict, days after Iranian media reports a deadly airstrike on girls' school. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/dbb221c3bb5c/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/dbb221c3bb5c/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:55:57 +0000 The Secretary of State states the US knew Israel would strike Iran and took pre-emptive action to shield American forces from certain retaliation. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/178b7771e67a/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/178b7771e67a/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:14:26 +0000 Pentagon chief asserts the operation has clear aims to destroy Iran's missiles and navy, while warning Americans that further troop losses are probable. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/0b8ae7f6c24b/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/0b8ae7f6c24b/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:31:33 +0000 Hegseth states US aims to dismantle Iran's missile arsenal, denies regime change objective, as general warns operation will be "difficult and gritty." Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/67e2dc88a846/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/67e2dc88a846/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:50:19 +0000 Israeli airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon result in 31 deaths and 149 injuries, as Hezbollah responds, opening a new war front and forcing thousands to flee. Wendy Wright World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/8e98af546267/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/8e98af546267/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:31:53 +0000 The UK allows the US to use its base for defensive strikes but refrains from supporting offensive actions, straining the "special relationship" amidst global calls for de-escalation. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/25ced256e59a/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/25ced256e59a/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:27:13 +0000 Starmer takes a cautious diplomatic approach as the UK, France, and Germany call for a negotiated solution amid fears of a broader Middle East conflict. Wendy Wright Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/c9235fc525aa/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/c9235fc525aa/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:18:13 +0000 Iranian defence minister and IRGC commander confirmed dead in Israeli attacks; foreign minister says supreme leader alive "as far as I know." Daily Politics Desk World https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/5a1e8e2c130c/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/5a1e8e2c130c/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:29:46 +0000 Israel announces 'pre-emptive attac' on Iran as explosions rock Tehran; state of emergency declared across Israel amid expectation of retaliation. Wendy Wright Breaking https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/7550c3be2cbf/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/7550c3be2cbf/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:57:29 +0000 Key Iranian sites targeted in US-Israeli strikes as questions increase over President Trump's decision to escalate Middle East conflict. Daily Politics Desk Breaking https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a8f8307046b2/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/a8f8307046b2/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:44:40 +0000 Following US-Israel strikes on Tehran, debate emerges over whether China would use military might to support its strategic partner Iran. Daily Politics Desk Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/4e4c9d6bb8e8/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/4e4c9d6bb8e8/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:34:59 +0000 Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's 86-year-old supreme leader, holds absolute power. Recent US-Israeli strikes near his office have made him a potential target in an escalating conflict. Daily Politics Desk Politics https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/31708ac1f4e5/ https://www.dailypolitics.com/articles/31708ac1f4e5/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:28:46 +0000 Moscow considers ending Ukraine negotiations unless Kyiv agrees to territorial concessions, as Trump advocates for a ceasefire but the Kremlin states it has "no deadlines." 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