European shares dipped on Wednesday, as investors turned their focus to a packed day of corporate earnings, while a continuing U.S.-Iran impasse also kept risk sentiment in check ... .
... and US in rare direct talks in Pakistan as push to end war continues Iran issues warning as US warships move into Hormuz; Trump says makes 'no difference' to him if Iran, US reach deal.
However, if the conflict persists or escalates, global growth could fall by as much as one percentage point — a significant setback for an already fragile recovery shaped by high inflation, tighter financial conditions and supply-chain disruptions.
(The CenterSquare) – PresidentDonald Trump and key cabinet members escalated criticism on Tuesday toward U.S. allies for their reluctance to support the joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran....
and Israel continue attacks against Iran, Trump is hammering American allies for their reluctance to provide support ... The ongoing conflict with Iran has rattled global markets, sending oil prices to their highest levels since April 2024.
The United States has deployed additional military forces to the Middle East, including the arrival of the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli and more than 2,200 Marines, as operations tied to the ongoing conflict with Iran continue.
The StateDepartment is urging Americans, particularly those traveling in the Middle East, to exercise extreme caution as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues ... US sends 3 warships, 2,500Marines to Middle East amid escalating Iran conflict.