The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 3.1%, up from 3.0% projected in July, as strong investment in artificial intelligence (AI) helps offset the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising energy prices. The IMF expects global growth to reach 3.4% in 2027, although the […]
Finance leaders from the Group of Seven stressed the urgent need to reduce the economic fallout of the ongoing Middle East conflict, warning that a prolonged war could weigh heavily on global growth. Meeting on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group spring gatherings in Washington, officials also reaffirmed the importance […]
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Iran’s government is undermining its own future by launching indiscriminate attacks across the region. Speaking to reporters, she accused Tehran of pursuing a strategy aimed at spreading instability and escalating conflict in the Middle East, warning that such actions could ultimately backfire on the Iranian leadership.


