Paris, France, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - War in the Middle East: latest developments

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2026-03-17

Here are the latest developments Monday in the Middle East war: - Oil prices jump - The price of oil jumped more than five percent Tuesday as several countries pushed back against US President Donald Trump's demand that they help secure the key Strait of Hormuz, while Iran targeted crude-producing neighbours. At around 0615 GMT, US benchmark West Texas West Texas Intermediate was up 5.16 percent at $98.32 a barrel while Brent Crude also rose abo......

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Tehran, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Loud explosions heard in Iran's capital: AFP journalist

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Beijing, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - China says takes note of US 'clarifications' on possible Trump visit delay

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Kabul, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Rescue workers comb ruins of Kabul drug clinic after Pakistan strike

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Beijing, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - China says to provide humanitarian assistance to Iran, Mideast nations

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Kabul, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - 'Many dead': Wounded survivor escaped Kabul clinic strike

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Hong Kong, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Oil prices spike more than 5% as worries grow over Hormuz

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Maiduguri, Nigeria, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Nigeria suicide attacks kill 23, wound more than 100

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