KATHMANDU: Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving Iran, the United States and Israel have once again highlighted Nepal’s vulnerability to global oil supply disruptions. With fears growing over possible restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, international oil prices…

KATHMANDU: Global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has ground to a near standstill following escalating military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, after strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday and prompted a wave…

KATHMANDU: Global oil prices are rising after the United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran, escalating tensions across the Middle East and raising concerns about potential disruptions to global crude supply. A major focus of the market is…

KATHMANDU: Tensions in the Gulf region have raised fears about a possible shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran. This comes after recent military actions by the United States, and experts warn that such a move could disrupt global…