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Iran war fuels tensions in US Democratic primary races

By Tim Reid WASHINGTON, March 18 (Reuters) - The Iran war is influencing Democratic primaries ahead of November's midterm elections, with progressives faulting moderate rivals for not opposing President Donald Trump's bombing campaign strongly enough and for what they call overly close ties with defense... Read More.

US farmers rush to sell crops as Iran war fuels rally

By Tom Polansek CHICAGO, March 13 (Reuters) - U.S. grain prices have surged since the Iran war began, triggering a flurry of corn and soybean sales by farmers who squirreled away last year's harvests due to weak prices. Since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran,... Read More.

Instant View: Oil surges 20% as Iran war fuels supply fears

SINGAPORE, March 9 (Reuters) - Oil prices jumped about 20% in early trading on Monday, hitting their highest since July 2022, as the expanding U.S.-Israeli war with Iran fuelled fears of tighter supply and prolonged disruptions to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. COMMENTARY: DANIEL HYNES,... Read More.