Briefing: The week in pictures: Mideast war, a lunar mission and Holy Week processions
Strategic angle: The war in the Middle East showed no sign of ending as President Donald Trump exchanged threats with the Iranian regime and jittery markets sent oil prices surging.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to increased volatility in oil markets, with prices surging amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran. This underscores the interconnectedness of geopolitical events and energy infrastructure.
President Trump's recent exchanges of threats with the Iranian regime have further destabilized the region, raising concerns about supply chain disruptions and energy security.
In parallel, NASA's launch of its first crewed lunar mission represents a pivotal moment for space exploration infrastructure, potentially influencing future resource allocation and technological developments in aerospace.