CNN 5 Things Russia Helping Iran, Inflation Steady for Now, PFAS in Produce and more
Mar 11, 2026
A report says Russia is sharing advanced drone tactics with Iran to evade air defenses. Discussion of steady inflation with risks from rising energy costs. Coverage of attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and a major international oil release. Investigation reveals PFAS contamination on a large share of produce. A story about an Iranian soccer team and changing asylum decisions.
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Russia Sharing Drone Tactics With Iran
- Russia has transferred years of tactical drone knowledge to Iran.
- Nick Payton Walsh says Russian tactics for evading Ukrainian air defenses explain how Iranian drones are penetrating Gulf defenses.
Inflation Calm Now But Energy May Push It Up
- February inflation held steady but is likely to rise due to energy price shocks from the war.
- Elizabeth Buckwald warns rising gas prices and disrupted transport will push worse inflation reports in coming months.
Strait Attacks Trigger Largest IEA Oil Release
- Iran attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz while warning it could block oil flows benefiting the U.S. or Israel.
- The IEA announced a 400 million barrel emergency release, its largest ever, to stabilize markets.