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What in the World

What in the World

How the Iran war is impacting other places like Dubai

25 March 2026

12 minutes

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The war in Iran isn't just affecting people in countries directly involved in the conflict. It has driven up oil prices around the world, impacting the lives of people from the Philippines and India to Nigeria. Nick Marsh, our Asia business correspondent, explains how some governments are reacting.

Plus we hear from Azadeh Moshiri, our correspondent in Dubai. She explains how Iran’s strikes on the UAE have impacted its reputation.

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Presenter: Iqra Farooq

Producers: William Lee Adams and Ash Mohamed

Editor: Julia Ross-Roy