Attacks force shift in U.S. plan for diplomatic deal in Iran and efforts to disentangle from region.

The dollar firmed against major currencies on Monday, driven by safe-haven buying from investors fearing the Israel-Iran fighting could escalate into a broader regional conflict as they braced for a week packed with central bank meetings.

It is the first time that Britain has advised against travel to any part of Israel since 2013, when the FCDO set up its dedicated travel advice pages. Starmer has not ruled out offering air support to defend Israel from Iranian attacks, as additional RAF fighter jets and other military aircraft were deployed to the Middle East.

President Donald Trump will travel to Alberta, Canada, later today to participate in the Group of Seven meeting amid a widening conflict between Israel and Iran and his ongoing trade war. Israel launched new strikes on Iran on Sunday,

It's often more important in times of heightened tensions in the Middle East to look more at what is not happening, rather than fixating on the dramatic headlines of tit-for-tat air and missile strikes between Israel and Iran.

Anthony Albanese has called for calm amid the intense conflict between Iran and Israel, as fears grow that the missile strikes could lead to a larger war.

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could drive oil prices as high as $120 per barrel according to JP Morgan, benefiting Exxon Mobil's earnings outlook. Applying the Graham Number, Exxon Mobil's intrinsic value ranges from $103 to $134 per share, depending on EPS scenarios.

As the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies, a Florida lawmaker and a Tampa-based rescue nonprofit are launching evacuation efforts to help Americans trapped overseas, including families

"The full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before," Trump warned.