Iran war: Clock ticking on Trump’s power plant threat

Morning Report is The Hill’s newsletter. Subscribe here. In today’s issue: ▪ Trump’s deadline on Strait of Hormuz ▪ Mullin set for confirmation ▪ Supreme Court to hear ballot case ▪ House GOP attendance concerns The clock is almost up for President Trump’s threat to “destroy” Iran’s power plants if Iran doesn’t reopen the Strait…

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Stoxx 600, FTSE, DAX, CAC, Iran news and oil prices

The Iran-flagged container vessel “Nora”, in Kalundborg harbor, Denmark, March 18, 2026. The vessel was detained by Denmark’s maritime authority in February over registration concerns. Jens Nielsen | Via Reuters LONDON — European stocks followed Asian markets sharply lower at the start of the new trading week, as further escalation in the Iran war drags…

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Rutte asks for Trump's 'understanding' on NATO countries' hesitancy on supporting Iran war

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Sunday asked President Trump for “comprehension” amid his frustration over allies expressing hesitation in providing support for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. “I understand the President’s frustration that it takes some time, but again, I also ask for some understanding, because nations had to prepare for this, without knowing……

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