Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Tensions across the Middle East remain high as military exchanges, economic pressure and diplomatic friction converge around Iran and the wider region. Fresh clashes along the Israel-Lebanon border, tightening US-led measures targeting Iran’s oil trade and warnings over disruption in the Strait of Hormuz point to a volatile start to the day. Global markets are reacting, with oil prices rising and supply chains showing strain, while diplomatic channels appear uncertain amid competing demands and hardened positions.