Qatar says Iran must compensate it for damages from its attacks

This statement from Qatar regarding Iran's compensation for damages highlights rising tensions in the region, which could elevate concerns over energy supply stability.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 8 Apr 2026, 09:08 UTCOn the live feed at 08:48 UTC — 11 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Japan PM Takaichi held 25 minute phone call with Iran President Pezeshkian; requested Iran to ensure safety of all vessels passing through Strait of Hormuz

08:48

Qatar says Iran must compensate it for damages from its attacks

08:47

[MARKET ANALYSIS] Greenback hit as crude slumps on US-Iran ceasefire, Kiwi outperforms amid RBNZ hike discussion

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[MARKET ANALYSIS] Energy slumps as US-Iran secure a temporary ceasefire ahead of deadline

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The potential for escalation may impact oil prices, particularly WTI, as investors react to the geopolitical risk associated with Middle Eastern energy production. Given the sensitivity of markets to such developments, we may see increased volatility in commodity sectors as the situation unfolds.

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Saudi Energy Minister says a number of energy facilities and utilities were hit; are temporarily halting some operations.

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ENERGY/3 Sept · 08:03 UTC

Russian President Putin says that Russia and Ukraine should agree first; he notes that there is an opportunity to reach a peace agreement.

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ENERGY/1 Sept · 16:17 UTC

Initial reports of an American attack on Iran, reports i24's Stein.

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ENERGY/27 Aug · 17:46 UTC

The Trump administration has repeatedly told mediators it has no interest in going back to the terms of the MoU it reached with Iran in June, reports WSJ citing sources

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ENERGY/25 Aug · 19:26 UTC

A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been agreed upon, it includes free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and will be announced in the coming days, reports Ria citing Pakistani and Iranian sources

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ENERGY/8 Sept · 19:59 UTC

IRGC says in light of the evils of the US army in targeting several oil tankers of Iran, we warn all oil tanker crews in the Kuwaiti and Bahraini ports, they will be targeted, Tasnim reports.

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