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Strategic Shift: United States Weighs Economic Isolation Against Iran Amid Ongoing TensionsPolitics

Strategic Shift: United States Weighs Economic Isolation Against Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions

Amid ongoing regional conflicts and discussions of potential war, strategic assessments indicate the United States could shift its focus toward economically isolating Iran.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026|1
Trump Launches New Economic Campaign to Isolate Iran Amid Ongoing Middle East TensionsPolitics

Trump Launches New Economic Campaign to Isolate Iran Amid Ongoing Middle East Tensions

Trump has announced a new economic campaign aimed at isolating Iran, as detailed in a recent video report.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Trump Warns of Severe Economic Consequences for Countries Dealing With IranEconomy

Trump Warns of Severe Economic Consequences for Countries Dealing With Iran

US President Donald Trump has threatened severe economic consequences for any country supporting Iran, prompting responses from international partners and Iranian officials amid ongoing trade suspensions.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Iran Prepares to Defend Its Economy as Washington Threatens Unprecedented SanctionsEconomy

Iran Prepares to Defend Its Economy as Washington Threatens Unprecedented Sanctions

Iran is bracing for severe new US economic sanctions and a continued naval blockade while keeping the strategic Strait of Hormuz closed until previous agreements are honored.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|2
Rising Costs in Iran Highlighted in Recent Video Amid Economic PressuresEconomy

Rising Costs in Iran Highlighted in Recent Video Amid Economic Pressures

A short video examines how ongoing conflict is making life increasingly expensive for people in Iran.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Nigeria's 2027 Election Kicks Off as President Bola Tinubu Faces High-Stakes Reform and Security TestsPolitics

Nigeria's 2027 Election Kicks Off as President Bola Tinubu Faces High-Stakes Reform and Security Tests

As Nigeria's election campaign begins, President Bola Tinubu faces intense pressure from voters struggling with severe economic hardship and widespread insecurity.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026
Dubai Inflation Eases in July Following June Peak Driven by Global Energy PressuresEconomy

Dubai Inflation Eases in July Following June Peak Driven by Global Energy Pressures

Dubai's annual inflation eased to 5.33 per cent in July from June's peak as transport costs moderated, though economists warn of potential short-term rebounds due to August fuel price adjustments.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Why Iraq's Economic Crisis Requires Deep Reform Rather Than Currency RedenominationEconomy

Why Iraq's Economic Crisis Requires Deep Reform Rather Than Currency Redenomination

As Iraqi officials consider redenominating the dinar, experts emphasize that deep-seated corruption and a lack of public trust in financial institutions remain the nation's true economic hurdles.

The National|August 19, 2026|1
Jordan's King Abdullah Seeks Deeper Economic Ties with Chinese Executives in ShanghaiEconomy

Jordan's King Abdullah Seeks Deeper Economic Ties with Chinese Executives in Shanghai

Jordan's King Abdullah met with Chinese business executives in Shanghai to strengthen economic partnerships and discuss regional challenges amid the ongoing Iran war.

The National|August 18, 2026
Saudi Wealth Fund PIF Reports Doubled Profits as Revenue Climbs to $120 BillionEconomy

Saudi Wealth Fund PIF Reports Doubled Profits as Revenue Climbs to $120 Billion

The Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund announced that its annual profit more than doubled to $17 billion as revenue rose to $120 billion, driven by strong portfolio contributions and domestic investments.

The National|August 17, 2026|1
Iran's Economy in Freefall Leaves Citizens Struggling for Survival Amid Soaring Food PricesEconomy

Iran's Economy in Freefall Leaves Citizens Struggling for Survival Amid Soaring Food Prices

Decades of sanctions, inflation, and ongoing conflict have pushed Iran's economy into a severe crisis, leaving citizens struggling to afford basic necessities and doubting their future.

The National|August 17, 2026|1
Japan’s Second-Quarter Growth Falters Amid Weak Consumption and Capital SpendingEconomy

Japan’s Second-Quarter Growth Falters Amid Weak Consumption and Capital Spending

Japan's economic growth slowed in the second quarter, missing analyst forecasts as weak private consumption and falling capital expenditures offset strong export gains.

Al Jazeera English|August 17, 2026|1
Struggling to Survive: How US Conflict and Blockade Are Choking Iran's EconomyEconomy

Struggling to Survive: How US Conflict and Blockade Are Choking Iran's Economy

Iranians face dwindling employment options, skyrocketing inflation, and severe economic hardship amid an ongoing war with the United States and a naval blockade.

Al Jazeera English|August 16, 2026|1
Egypt's Foreign Reserves Surpass $50 Billion Amid Historic Stock Market SurgeEconomy

Egypt's Foreign Reserves Surpass $50 Billion Amid Historic Stock Market Surge

Egypt's foreign exchange reserves have exceeded $50 billion as the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) experiences historic trading volumes and renewed investor confidence.

Egypt Independent|August 13, 2026|1