An Israeli satire show used its Purim special to mock political leaders and the ongoing war with Iran through an over-the-top action movie parody. The episode blended sharp political humor with commentary on wartime life.

Sky News secured top honours at the Royal Television Society Awards, including News Channel of the Year and Presenter of the Year for Yalda Hakim. Several correspondents were also recognised for international, investigative and digital reporting.

Turkey's sweeping regional strategy is facing setbacks after a series of once-touted victories lose momentum. From security gains to energy discoveries and diplomatic ties, Ankara's ambitions are showing signs of strain.

Republican senators blocked a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval before further military action against Iran. The measure faced long odds even if it had advanced.

Sam Gowland left Dubai on his fourth attempt after flight cancellations caused by regional air strikes. Laura Anderson also secured a flight out as travellers scrambled to exit amid escalating tensions.

Fuel prices are nearing four dollars a litre in parts of northern Australia as global oil markets react to conflict involving Iran. Prolonged disruption to a key Middle Eastern shipping route could push petrol prices above three dollars a litre nationwide.

Rising energy prices linked to the Iran conflict threaten to erase the Chancellor’s fiscal headroom and push taxes even higher. Economists warn that funding increased defence spending and managing inflation could require significant tax rises or spending cuts.

The Chancellor’s pledge that households will be £1,000 better off is facing scrutiny amid warnings of weaker living standards ahead. Analysts say gains may be short-lived, with rising energy costs and growing welfare spending adding to pressure on working families.

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has accused the Albanese government of blaming Middle East conflict for Australia’s cost of living crisis instead of domestic policy failures. Her criticism comes as new economic data shows solid growth but lingering concerns about inflation and weak household spending.

The United States is expected to raise its universal tariff to 15 percent this week, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. He said officials aim to restore previous tariff levels within months while downplaying risks to global oil supplies.

The conflict with Iran widened as a United States submarine sank an Iranian warship near Sri Lanka and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization intercepted a missile aimed toward Turkey. European nations increased military deployments amid fears the war could draw in additional countries.

Multiple new polls show that about sixty percent of Americans oppose the recent military strikes on Iran. The surveys reveal a strong partisan divide and suggest opinions may still be forming.