First oil tanker attacked in the Strait of Hormuz according to Oman
MONDAY, MARCH 02, 2026
An oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Musandam in the Strait of Hormuz. Four people were injured and all 20 crew members were evacuated, according to Oman's Maritime Security Centre.
S. Korea’s Lee to take steps for better ties with Japan
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung said Sunday (March 1) that he will take measures allowing citizens of his country and Japan to feel more strongly the benefits of improving the bilateral ties.
Japan stresses opposition to Iran’s nuclear development
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Japan stressed its opposition to any nuclear weapons development program by Iran on Sunday (March 1) while indicating some understanding of the US and Israeli military strikes against Iran that began the previous day.
SM Lee: 'The war has begun' after US-Israel strikes on Iran, warns of energy-price shock
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong says Middle East conflict and shifting US tariff policy are fuelling global uncertainty that could hit Singapore via higher energy prices and weaker trade and investment, urging workers and firms to keep upgrading—especially in AI.
Anutin: Thailand must stay ‘as neutral as possible’ amid Middle East conflict
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says Thailand will maintain neutrality while preparing to assist Thai nationals in affected countries, with the National Security Council set to meet on March 2 to finalise support and evacuation measures.
Thailand Activates ‘Economic War Room’ to Shield Nation from Middle East Fallout
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Deputy PM Ekniti Nitithanprapas mobilises top financial regulators and the central bank to protect energy prices and the Baht as Gulf tensions escalate