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US, Israel war on Iran
Closed? Open? Closed? Why is Iran changing course on the Strait of Hormuz?
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US, Israel war on Iran
How China’s military could learn vital lessons from war in Iran
The US-Israeli attacks are a ‘massive learning opportunity’, a Middle East analyst tells a seminar held in Shenzhen.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:00PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iranians fear ‘pressure will 100% increase’ after US, Israeli strikes stop
Iranians are worried that an agreement with the US will free the regime to return to asserting control over its people.
18 Apr 2026 - 3:05PM
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Banking & finance
Hong Kong wants to be a global gold vault. Does the Iran war create an opening?
Geopolitical risk is driving a rethink of where bullion is stored – and Hong Kong’s unique status is drawing attention.
18 Apr 2026 - 2:00PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong minister urges long-term view, says Middle East investment unaffected
Minister Algernon Yau urges businesses to avoid short-term thinking, says Hong Kong entrepreneurs are discerning in assessing opportunities.
18 Apr 2026 - 8:48PM
Malaysia
Gloves are off: Malaysian makers warn hospitals of price hikes, output cuts
Sustained disruption to naphtha supply chains from the Iran war could lead to glove shortfall by late May, analysts say.
18 Apr 2026 - 11:47AM
Japan
Japan warned of ‘hellish summer’ as energy fears mount
A prolonged Iran war, combined with an unusually early spell of hot weather, could leave Japan facing power shortages this summer.
18 Apr 2026 - 10:30AM
China manufacturing
Iran war energy shock sees Chinese firms recalibrate overseas expansion plans
Businesses are rethinking short-term strategies as they adapt to rising costs and slowing growth across major economies.
18 Apr 2026 - 6:33AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran war: France and UK to lead ‘defensive’ force for Strait of Hormuz
Trump, meanwhile, says he received a Nato offer to help secure the key waterway but told the alliance to ‘STAY AWAY’.
18 Apr 2026 - 1:35AM
US, Israel war on Iran
Turkey’s Erdogan urges Iran, US to use ceasefire to push for lasting peace
At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Erdogan also stressed the importance of acting with ‘prudent understanding’ to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:20PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Iran, US say Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial vessels
Move eases oil fears, but US’ Iran blockade remains amid questions over enforcement and China’s role, as Trump claims to have ended 10 wars.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:47AM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israeli attacks killed over 38,000 women, girls in Gaza since October 2023: UN
About 11,000 women and girls survived the war with injuries that will result in lifelong disabilities.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:42PM
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China exports
Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?
US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:30PM
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United States
Iran has opened Strait of Hormuz but will the US ease its economic squeeze?
Chinese analysts say Tehran has long shown resilience in the face of sanctions and other US tactics.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:30PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Lebanon becomes key to Iran-US peace talks amid fears of Israel’s ‘hegemony’
Pakistan is the regional go-between to help maintain the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon and push for a conclusive deal to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific, HK Express passenger counts rise despite impact of Mideast war
Group attributes growth to spate of mega-events in city, such as Art Basel and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show.
17 Apr 2026 - 10:44PM
US, Israel war on Iran
‘Everybody’s suffering’: Kazakhstan seeks UN reforms amid fragile Iran truce
President Tokayev told the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that multilateralism is being undermined as major decisions move outside the UN framework.
17 Apr 2026 - 7:49PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s Anwar chats with US Muslim streamer – is it a populist move?
Anwar spoke with Sneako about issues ranging from Malaysia’s multi-religious society and Israel to the ‘very condescending’ American mindset.
17 Apr 2026 - 7:24PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes
Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:14PM
China's military weapons
Will South Korea’s ‘Goldilocks’ missile dent China’s Middle East arms ambitions?
The Cheongung-II has reportedly achieved a 96.7% intercept rate against Iranian drones and ballistic missiles.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:02PM
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China-Middle East relations
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Hong Kong-flagged tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz in test of US blockade
AVA 6 passage marks at least the second transit of a China-linked tanker through the waterway since the US military operation began.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:38PM
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SCMP Highlights
China’s 3-satellite surveillance network, C919 faces ‘final exam’: 7 highlights
From Chinese AI cracking decade-old maths problem to Japan eyeing Nato partnership, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
17 Apr 2026 - 12:12PM
Hong Kong economy
Letters
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Amid elevated oil prices, Hong Kong’s stable energy system is a boon
Readers discuss the city’s electricity regime, the significance of Russian oil, and the KMT leader’s visit to mainland China.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:30AM
United States
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Israel, Lebanon begin 10-day ceasefire
Pause may ease tensions with Iran, with Trump eyeing White House talks, though doubts linger over prospects for a lasting peace deal.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:00AM
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Hong Kong economy
Bars gearing up for bumper Hong Kong Sevens weekend
Bar operators dismiss concerns that higher airfares because of Middle East war will deter rugby fans from visiting city.
17 Apr 2026 - 2:14PM
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North Korea
Nuclear defiance: North Korea’s Kim signals he won’t be the next Iran
Kim Jong-un’s increased appearances at military drills show his confidence in Pyongyang’s nuclear deterrence, analysts say.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
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