Home Statistics #Russia #Russian #Military #Crisis #Kremlin #Putin #Invasion #Troops #Ukraine #Biden

Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on – US politics live

31/03/2026 11:45 The Guardian

Union boss says workers have received some, but not all, of their paySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDefense secretary Pete Hegseth and joint chiefs of staff Dan Caine are due to give an update on the military campaign in Iran on the hour.It comes as Donald Trump described Iran as having been “decimated” by the US-Israeli war.All of those countries that can’t get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in the decapitation of Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy from the U.S., we have plenty, and Number 2, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT.You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore, just like you weren’t there for us. Iran has been, essentially, decimated. The hard part is done. Go get your own oil! President DJT Continue reading...

Continua a leggere su "The Guardian"
Altre notizie da "The Guardian"
Middle East crisis live: Hegseth gives briefing on Iran war after Trump tells allies to ‘just take’ fuel from Hormuz strait

The secretary of war said the US is continuing its campaign against Iran and added that troops want to ‘finish the mission’Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry has said it has intercepted and destroyed ten drones over the past hours, and eight missiles launched towards the Riyadh area and the count...

31/03/2026 12:14 The Guardian
Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US aircraft carrying weapons for Iran war – Europe live

Treaties dictate Sigonella airbase cannot be used for aircraft transporting weapons for war without parliamentary approvalBack to Iran and the perceived lack of support from European Nato allies, US president Donald Trump has now turned to criticising France in his latest outburst on social media.In...

31/03/2026 12:13 The Guardian
Trump tells UK ‘you’ll have to start learning to fight for yourself’ amid soaring oil prices – UK politics live

The US president made the remarks on social media in pointed remarks at allies who haven’t militarily supported the war on IranQ: What do you make of the suggestion that Donald Trump could end the Iran war without securing the strait of Hormuz? Or do you think he should finish the job?Farage repli...

31/03/2026 12:11 The Guardian
Trump’s Iran war and energy policies outline ‘dangerous volatility’ of fossil fuel push

Critics say president is locking into 20th century energy systems even as his ‘bet’ on oil and gas ‘isn’t going so well’By attacking Iran and threatening to seize its oil while taking extraordinary measures to block clean energy back in the US, Donald Trump has inadvertently highlighted th...

31/03/2026 12:00 The Guardian
Russia slowly trying to splinter its internet from rest of world, analysts say

Telegram is increasingly blocked and mobile internet users face blackouts in effort likened to Iranian shutdownsRussia is in the midst of a vast, slow-moving effort to splinter its internet from the rest of the world, say activists and experts, with steep consequences for millions of people who are...

31/03/2026 11:54 The Guardian
US average fuel price passes $4 a gallon for first time in four years amid Iran war

National average hit $4.02, according to AAA data, capping an extraordinary rise from $2.98 just a month agoAverage US fuel prices have crossed $4 a gallon for the first time in four years, piling pressure on drivers as Donald Trump’s war on Iran continues to boost oil markets.The nationwide avera...

31/03/2026 10:40 The Guardian
Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port

Dubai officials said a fire on the Al Salmi tanker had been extinguished and all crew members were safe after strikeMiddle East crisis – live updatesHow could US forcibly reopen strait of Hormuz and what are the risks?Iran attacked and set ablaze a fully loaded crude oil tanker anchored at Dubai p...

31/03/2026 10:30 The Guardian
First Thing: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port

The attack came hours after Trump threatened to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy plants and oil wells unless it opened the strait of Hormuz. Plus, Israel to give death penalty to Palestinians convicted of lethal attacksDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGood morning.Iran atta...

31/03/2026 10:20 The Guardian
‘Our little savior’: partly blind New Mexico dog hailed for warding off bear

‘Bear slayer’ Honey injured during confrontation to protect family and animals from ursine home invader A half-blind, 12-year-old New Mexico dog is being called “bear slayer” after she fended off an ursine intruder at her family’s home, protecting dozens of chickens and other animals but o...

31/03/2026 09:00 The Guardian
UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow’s plans to significantly raise landing fees

Heathrow wanted changes to fund multibillion-pound upgrade, but airlines had warned steep rises would be passed on to passengersBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK aviation regulator has partially rejected plans by Heathrow to significantly raise its landing fees to fund a multibillion-pound upgr...

31/03/2026 08:51 The Guardian
Food price rises unlikely before summer, says boss of Sainsbury’s

Simon Roberts says Easter shop will be unaffected by Middle East conflict, but industry warns prices may rise this yearShoppers will not see food prices rise until at least the summer and Easter will be unaffected by conflict in the Middle East, the boss of Sainsbury’s has said, despite fears of a...

31/03/2026 08:01 The Guardian
UK house prices rose sharply in March but Iran war expected to cause slowdown

Price of typical UK home increased by 0.9% in March but surging mortgage rates expected to put brake on activityBusiness live – latest updatesUK house prices increased at the fastest rate in almost 18 months in March, although surging mortgage rates amid the Iran war are likely to lead to a market...

31/03/2026 07:22 The Guardian
Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia’s social media ban

Nearly 70% of under-16s with accounts on Instagram, Snapchat or TikTok had maintained access, survey findsThe Australian government has accused big tech firms like Meta, TikTok and Google of disobeying the landmark ban on under-16s using social media, after the country’s online safety office warne...

31/03/2026 07:10 The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Kuwait issues oil spill warning after tanker attacked in Dubai port

Kuwait says fire broke out after Iranian attack on giant tanker and warns of possible oil spill in surrounding watersTrump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy grid if ceasefire not reached ‘shortly’Donald Trump is weighing a military operation to extract nearly 1,000 pounds (454kg) of...

31/03/2026 03:56 The Guardian
White House blames Democrats for record-breaking DHS shutdown after House Republicans reject Senate’s compromise bill – as it happened

This live blog is now closed.Trump news at a glance: US promotes Elon Musk’s X to fight foreign propagandaSign up for the Breaking News US email alertsThe average price for a gallon of gasoline in the US is about to hit $4, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).This is up 33% from...

31/03/2026 02:06 The Guardian
Ukraine war briefing: allies asked Kyiv about reducing attacks on Russian energy sector, Zelenskyy says

President says he is open to scaling back strikes on oil and wider energy industry if Moscow reciprocates. What we know on day 1,496 Continue reading...

31/03/2026 01:32 The Guardian
Ron DeSantis signs bill renaming Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump

If approved, move is latest in series of buildings, warships, institutions, programs and currency named after presidentHe has buildings, institutions, government programs, warships, currency, and now Donald Trump is getting an airport that bears his name even as he looks forward to a towering Trump...

31/03/2026 01:26 The Guardian
New York councilmember and Hochul governor aide investigated for bribery

Prosecutors investigate whether Farah Louis and Debbie Louis accepted bribes to help migrant shelter providerFederal prosecutors are investigating whether a New York City councilmember and her sister, an aide to governor Kathy Hochul, accepted bribes or kickbacks in connection with the appropriation...

30/03/2026 23:40 The Guardian
Two-year-old held by ICE sick and not getting adequate care, Democrat warns

Congressman Joaquin Castro calls for release of boy, Kaleth, and mother from much-criticized detention Dilley facilityA two-year-old detained in a family detention center in Dilley, Texas, is sick and not getting adequate help, said Joaquin Castro, a Democratic congressman from San Antonio. The boy,...

30/03/2026 23:15 The Guardian
Australia politics live: Wong rules out lifting sanctions on Russian oil; Hastie downplays tensions with Taylor

Meanwhile Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube being investigated as eSafety releases update on compliance with social media ban. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat’s the trigger for stage three under the national plan?The energy minister, Chris...

30/03/2026 22:39 The Guardian
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy grid if ceasefire not reached ‘shortly’

Oil prices on course for record monthly rise amid risk of further escalation and mixed messaging from USDonald Trump has threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power stations and fresh water plants if Tehran does not agree to peace terms “shortly”, even as he claimed diplomatic progress in endi...

30/03/2026 18:33 The Guardian
IMF warns Middle East conflict will lead to higher prices and slower global growth

Washington-based fund says rising energy and food costs will hit economies worldwide and could leave lasting scarsThe International Monetary Fund has warned that “all roads lead to higher prices and slower growth worldwide” should the conflict in the Middle East continue to throttle the amount o...

30/03/2026 17:32 The Guardian
Islamabad talks signal emergence of new four-nation bloc in Middle East

Unlikely grouping of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey steps up efforts to broker ceasefire and curb dominance of Iran and IsraelMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe meeting on Sunday of the foreign ministers of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey in Islamabad not only represented the...

30/03/2026 16:01 The Guardian
Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas

Football federation president on the run with wife and sonConviction in absentia of wide-ranging corruption chargesAuthorities in Congo-Brazzaville have applied to Interpol for an international arrest warrant against Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, the president of the country’s football federation, Feco...

30/03/2026 15:34 The Guardian
Families hardest hit by energy crisis could be given funds dispensed by councils in England

As Iran war continues, ministers debate several options for extending support to householdsBusiness live – latest newsFamilies hardest hit by the looming energy crisis caused by the Iran war could be given funds dispensed by local councils, under plans being considered by UK ministers keen to keep...

30/03/2026 14:46 The Guardian
Starmer says UK won’t get ‘dragged into Iran war’ and there is no need for drivers to stock up on petrol – UK politics live

UK PM to chair meeting on government’s response to economic consequences of Iran war later on MondayStarmer complained about other parties whipping up division, and he specifically criticised Nick Timothy, the shadow justice secretary, for “complaining about Muslims praying in public”.Labour,...

30/03/2026 14:34 The Guardian
Putin likely to stage another Salisbury-style attack, exiled oil tycoon says

Mikhail Khodorkovsky says Russian security services may seek to create a ‘sense of vulnerability’ in BritainVladimir Putin is likely to stage another Salisbury-style attack on UK soil unless the government adopts more aggressive tactics against the Kremlin, the exiled Russian billionaire Mikhail...

30/03/2026 14:25 The Guardian
Trump appears to relax oil blockade on Cuba as Russian tanker arrives

US president says he has ‘no problem’ with countries sending oil to Cuba, in potential lifeline to island nationMiddle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump appears to have relaxed his blockade on fuel-starved Cuba after a Russian tanker reached the Caribbean island carrying 100,000 tonnes of...

30/03/2026 14:13 The Guardian
Starmer pledges to tackle new cost of living crisis at May elections campaign launch

Prime minister says 7 May vote is coming at time of ‘war on two fronts’ as Labour braces for heavy losses at pollsUK politics live – latest updatesThe 7 May elections are taking place against a backdrop of “war on two fronts”, Keir Starmer has said, as he pledged action to tackle the resur...

30/03/2026 14:11 The Guardian
Australians may not see cheaper fuel for weeks despite Labor’s excise cuts

Flow-on effect will depend on how quickly service stations sell more expensive fuel, experts warn, leaving Easter travel plans up in the airGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralians expecting relief from punishing fuel prices in time for Easter travel are set to be disap...

30/03/2026 14:00 The Guardian
BREAKING NEWS
31/03 12:14 - Middle East crisis live: Hegseth gives briefing on Iran war after Trump tells allies to ‘just take’ fuel from Hormuz strait 31/03 12:13 - Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US aircraft carrying weapons for Iran war – Europe live 31/03 12:11 - Trump tells UK ‘you’ll have to start learning to fight for yourself’ amid soaring oil prices – UK politics live 31/03 12:10 - Trump slams allies as Italy blocks U.S. use of air base for Iran war 31/03 12:00 - Trump’s Iran war and energy policies outline ‘dangerous volatility’ of fossil fuel push 31/03 11:54 - Russia slowly trying to splinter its internet from rest of world, analysts say 31/03 11:45 - Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on – US politics live 31/03 11:42 - Trump Faces a Decision on Whether to Start a Ground War in Iran 31/03 11:36 - Macron arrives in Japan on visit dominated by economic consequences of Iran war 31/03 10:54 - Drones strike Russia’s Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine 31/03 10:54 - Drones strike Russia’s Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine 31/03 10:47 - 'Dumb judges': Trump heckles Supreme Court ahead of pivotal birthright case 31/03 10:40 - US average fuel price passes $4 a gallon for first time in four years amid Iran war 31/03 10:38 - News24 | China expresses 'gratitude' after three ships transit Strait of Hormuz 31/03 10:36 - A Cat-and-Mouse Game of Russian Internet Restrictions and Evasion 31/03 10:30 - Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port 31/03 10:24 - As US, Israel and Iran continue fighting, question is how to end 'a war of attrition' 31/03 10:21 - EU ministers commemorate Bucha massacre and reaffirm support to Ukraine 31/03 10:20 - First Thing: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port 31/03 10:09 - Huge fires at Russian oil facilities following Ukraine strikes, satellite images show 31/03 10:01 - Gaza families reunite years after babies evacuated amid Israel’s war 31/03 10:01 - Gaza families reunite years after babies evacuated amid Israel’s war 31/03 09:59 - Crude prices whipsaw on mixed signals from Iran war 31/03 09:47 - Housing market to soften amid Iran war fallout, Nationwide says 31/03 09:47 - Ukraine's Bucha commemorates four years since massacre 31/03 09:44 - Gaza's evacuated premature babies return to devastated strip 31/03 09:37 - EU diplomats mark Bucha massacre anniversary, affirms support for Ukraine 31/03 09:37 - Vital desalination plant in the Gulf become war targets 31/03 09:31 - Syria's al-Sharaa visits Germany to discuss refugee return, war and recovery 31/03 09:12 - Putin’s Internet Blackout: A Chaotic Drive to Cut Off Russians From the World 31/03 09:11 - Sudan war ‘being fought on women’s bodies’: Survivors detail sexual assault 31/03 09:11 - Sudan war ‘being fought on women’s bodies’: Survivors detail sexual assault 31/03 09:11 - The impact of the Iran war on Asia 31/03 09:03 - Drivers Count Their Pennies as Gas Hits $4 a Gallon Because of War in Iran 31/03 09:03 - After Months of Threats, Trump Softens His Stance on Blocking Oil to Cuba 31/03 09:00 - Inside Russia During an Internet Crackdown 31/03 09:00 - ‘Our little savior’: partly blind New Mexico dog hailed for warding off bear 31/03 09:00 - Europe Has a ‘Guns vs. Butter’ Problem. War in Iran Makes It Worse. 31/03 08:51 - UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow’s plans to significantly raise landing fees 31/03 08:39 - US seeks to pass the buck on Hormuz crisis 31/03 08:30 - Offensive vs. Defensive: On Iran, the Distinction Matters for Britain’s Leader 31/03 08:06 - Fresh Food Distributors Add Surcharges as Fuel Costs Rise 31/03 08:01 - Food price rises unlikely before summer, says boss of Sainsbury’s 31/03 07:57 - Iran war wipes $120bn off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets 31/03 07:57 - Iran war wipes $120bn off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets 31/03 07:49 - Iran war: What is happening on day 32 of US-Israel attacks? 31/03 07:49 - Iran war: What is happening on day 32 of US-Israel attacks? 31/03 07:44 - US says Cuba policy unchanged despite allowing Russian tanker 31/03 07:44 - US says Cuba policy unchanged despite allowing Russian tanker 31/03 07:24 - South Korean president promises maximum response to energy crisis 31/03 07:24 - South Korean president promises maximum response to energy crisis 31/03 07:22 - UK house prices rose sharply in March but Iran war expected to cause slowdown 31/03 07:10 - Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia’s social media ban 31/03 05:49 - Nadim Houry warns: Israel is no longer just fighting Hezbollah, 'it’s waging war on Lebanon' 31/03 05:01 - Upgrade Your Wardrobe For Spring With These 27 Pieces From Loft 31/03 04:40 - Spain closes airspace to US warplanes involved in war on Iran 31/03 04:40 - Spain closes airspace to US warplanes involved in war on Iran 31/03 03:56 - Middle East crisis live: Kuwait issues oil spill warning after tanker attacked in Dubai port 31/03 02:33 - How Pakistan won over Trump to become an unlikely mediator in the Iran war 31/03 02:32 - Pentagon denies that Hegseth’s broker sought investment before Iran war 31/03 02:32 - Pentagon denies that Hegseth’s broker sought investment before Iran war 31/03 02:06 - White House blames Democrats for record-breaking DHS shutdown after House Republicans reject Senate’s compromise bill – as it happened 31/03 02:05 - Middle East war live: US defense chiefs give update on operations against Iran 31/03 01:32 - Ukraine war briefing: allies asked Kyiv about reducing attacks on Russian energy sector, Zelenskyy says 31/03 01:26 - Ron DeSantis signs bill renaming Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump 31/03 00:02 - Al Jazeera’s full interview with Marco Rubio on US war on Iran 31/03 00:02 - Al Jazeera’s full interview with Marco Rubio on US war on Iran 31/03 00:00 - Iran war live: Four Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon, blasts in Isfahan 31/03 00:00 - Iran war live: Four Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon, blasts in Isfahan 30/03 23:40 - New York councilmember and Hochul governor aide investigated for bribery 30/03 23:15 - Two-year-old held by ICE sick and not getting adequate care, Democrat warns 30/03 23:01 - 27 Fashion Pieces Amazon Customers Are Loving Right Now 30/03 22:39 - Australia politics live: Wong rules out lifting sanctions on Russian oil; Hastie downplays tensions with Taylor 30/03 22:34 - Trump Reveals New Look for White House Ballroom After Times Article 30/03 22:33 - Key moments from Marco Rubio’s interview with Al Jazeera 30/03 22:33 - Key moments from Marco Rubio’s interview with Al Jazeera 30/03 22:16 - Is a peaceful settlement possible in Iran? 30/03 22:16 - Is a peaceful settlement possible in Iran? 30/03 22:14 - US says Trump ‘interested’ in asking Arab countries to pay for war on Iran 30/03 22:14 - US says Trump ‘interested’ in asking Arab countries to pay for war on Iran 30/03 22:09 - Why Did the U.S. Allow a Russian Oil Tanker Through Its Cuba Blockade? 30/03 22:03 - Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens 30/03 21:57 - Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s Kharg Island oil hub if no deal reached 30/03 21:56 - Is Trump Threatening to Commit a War Crime? 30/03 21:39 - 'The hypocrisy was so stark' expert says, as US reverses course on Cuba oil blockade 30/03 21:27 - NATO member closes airspace to US planes involved in Iran war 30/03 21:12 - Gazan mother reunited with evacuated daughter after two years 30/03 21:10 - U.S. allows Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba, breaking Trump’s effective blockade 30/03 21:06 - Iranian ambassador to Russia dismisses Trump’s claims about talks 30/03 21:03 - Houthi attacks stoke fears of more shipping disruption 30/03 21:03 - The war in Iran: Key takeaways from Al Jazeera’s interview with Marco Rubio 30/03 21:03 - The war in Iran: Key takeaways from Al Jazeera’s interview with Marco Rubio 30/03 20:32 - Rubio says NATO must be re-examined after Spain blocks US operation on Iran 30/03 20:32 - Rubio says NATO must be re-examined after Spain blocks US operation on Iran 30/03 20:19 - Nigeria's gasoline pump ⁠prices rise by 65%, ​highest in Africa 30/03 19:37 - The Iran war is a political project from the Torah 30/03 19:15 - French police make two more arrests over foiled attack on Bank of America 30/03 19:15 - French police make two more arrests over foiled attack on Bank of America 30/03 19:14 - Trump's options in Iran range from bad to worse 30/03 18:56 - Cuba waits for Russian oil tanker to arrive amid US blockade