Iranian hackers’ targeting of US critical infrastructure has escalated since start of war, U.S. says (2026-04-08 05:52 UTC)
Kurz: In some cases the hackers interacted with data files in the systems to alter display data, while also extracting device project data, according to the advisory
Security Council: Russia and China veto resolution on Strait of Hormuz (2026-04-07 12:00 UTC)
Kurz: The UN Security Council has failed to adopt a resolution aiming to boost security in the Strait of Hormuz as the critical shipping corridor remains largely closed to global trade and the transport of humanitarian aid, with war continuing to rage across the region.
Kenyan private sector slips back into contraction amid Middle East fallout (2026-04-08 05:40 UTC)
Kurz: In Kenya, private sector activity contracted in March for the first time since August 2025. Companies are reporting lower output and fewer new orders, amid weaker purchasing power and disruptions linked to the war in the Middle East.