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Mazzucato on the Iran war’s economic shock: Who pays the price?
Redi Tlhabi speaks to economist Mariana Mazzucato on the Iran war’s economic fallout and who’s really paying the price.
Published On 18 Apr 2026
As fentanyl crisis evolves, experts say US is still ‘behind the eight ball’
The Trump administration’s militarised approach and cuts to health programmes threaten progress against fentanyl.
Turkiye woos investors amid Iran war fallout in Gulf economies
Turkish officials are promoting Istanbul as a regional financial hub amid the war’s fallout on the Gulf economies.
As oil prices plunge below $91 after weeks, a new Hormuz crisis emerges
Brent crude falls over 9 percent after Iran said it will reopen waterway, only to shut it again over US blockade.
Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz
Shipping companies said several things had to be clarified, including the presence of mines, Iranian conditions.
Macron and Starmer host allies for summit on Hormuz maritime security
US not part of France- and UK-led talks on a post-war Hormuz maritime force, but Europe’s role remains limited.
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Can Hungary wean itself off Russian energy, as its new leader has promised?
Magyar’s pitch to Hungarian voters was to turn away from some of Orban’s policies, including Russian energy imports.
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Iran war’s big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy
The global economic outlook for 2026 looks grim if the Iran war continues, but some industries are booming.
‘Take up space’: Young models on mission to showcase South Sudanese talent
Longing to stride down international runways often collides with reality of conservatism and lack of structural support.
IMF, World Bank say they are restoring ties with Venezuela
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez calls resumption of ties ‘great achievement’ of Venezuelan diplomacy.
