The Headlines A New Phase of the War in Iran, and the Latest on the LaGuardia Plane Crash
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Mar 24, 2026 Reports on missile strikes damaging regional oil infrastructure and how long repairs could threaten global energy supplies. Coverage of conflicting signals about US-Iran contacts and political maneuvering over DHS funding. A probe into the LaGuardia crash and possible air traffic control issues. A lighter segment on tango therapy helping Parkinson’s patients regain balance and confidence.
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Energy Attacks Could Cause Prolonged Global Shock
- Attacks on regional energy infrastructure mark a new phase that can cause long-lasting economic damage.
- At least 40 energy assets were severely damaged, including a Qatari LNG complex that could take up to five years to repair, risking higher prices and recession.
Oil Prices Could Triple And Trigger Recessions
- Oil price spikes from the war could amplify economic pain worldwide and push economies toward recession.
- One firm warned oil might hit $200 a barrel from about $73 prewar to over $100 now, which would likely trigger recessions.
Mixed Signals Hinder Diplomatic De-escalation
- Conflicting signals complicate prospects for de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran.
- President Trump claimed productive conversations while Iranian officials called those claims fake and U.S. officials said contacts were not substantive.