Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:58am on 23 Mar 2026,Monday International
Tensions rose as Iran threatened to deploy sea mines across the Persian Gulf amid the ongoing war. The move could disrupt key oil routes like the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump warned of strikes on Iranian power plants if the route is not reopened. The energy crisis is “very severe,” an official said, as oil prices remain high. Missile attacks and air defences were reported across the region. The war has killed over 1,500 people in Iran and displaced millions. Global markets remain under pressure as uncertainty and fears of escalation continue to grow.
