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Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said “a critical diplomatic moment” is approaching as the end of a two-week US-Iran ceasefire draws near.

Rachel Reeves has intensified her criticism of Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran, calling it a “mistake” that has destabilized the global economy and negatively impacted living standards worldwide.

The UK will not participate in offensive operations against Iran, a Cabinet minister has reaffirmed following Donald Trump’s threat to bomb the country’s civilian infrastructure.

Oil prices have risen further as the Middle East war rages - with Iranian officials saying the country would "set fire to anyone who tries to pass through" the Strait of Hormuz, a key crude oil shipping route.

The US president will reduce some duties on foreign parts in cars manufactured domestically, according to the administration.

President Donald Trump’s "reciprocal" tariffs on dozens of countries took effect on Wednesday, including massive 104% duties on Chinese goods, deepening his global trade war and spurring more widespread selling across financial markets.

US President Donald Trump threatened additional tariffs on China on Monday, raising fresh concerns that his drive to rebalance the global economy could lead to a trade war.

Economists indicate that taxes ranging from 10% to 50% have considerably heightened the risk of a global economic recession.

Yuan and Chinese stocks fall despite suggestion of lower tariff than president mentioned during campaign

Central bank raises concerns over newly elected governments as more than 80 countries go to polls this year

ITV has seen advertising revenues hit by a stalling UK economy, but programmes like Mr Bates vs The Post Office and Love Island have generated revenues after being screened in foreign countries

On a positive trading note, ITV Studios performed strongly, generating record revenues thanks to popular shows like Love Island, which is now in 27 countries, and Mr Bates vs The Post Office, the biggest new drama on ITV in over a decade

The soft drinks company said its sales in the Middle East rose 10.3% last year, as it marked its 100th Ramadan

Manufacturing survey reflects persistent weakness in the economy ahead of annual legislative meetings where officials are expected to boost policy support

The offer represents a 104% premium on the price of shares in January, before takeover interest in the firm was first raised

A new analysis of PwC's annual UK CEO Survey also found that 24% expect climate change to shift the way they create, deliver and capture value over the next three years

The head of the World Trade Organization warned on Monday that war, uncertainty and instability are weighing down the global economy and urged the bloc to embrace reform as elections across nearly half the world's population could bring new challenges

The British Chambers of Commerce has warned that pressure on businesses will start to build if the problems persist

Around 17% of digital microbusinesses, companies with fewer than 10 employees, now have a six-figure turnover, according to GoDaddy's latest Venture Forward report

The Japanese government reported that the economy shrank at an annual rate of 0.4% from October to December

Airbnb said it's improving its business by making pricing more transparent, controlling high cleaning fees, and reducing cancellations by hosts

Japanese electronics and entertainment company Sony sees strong sales across diverse business

The bank has pledged to focus capital on supporting energy companies to decarbonise

A South Korean court has acquitted Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong of financial crimes involving a contentious merger between Samsung affiliates in 2015 that tightened his grip over South Korea's biggest company