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Death toll of Venezuelan earthquakes surpasses three thousand amid criticism of slow state aid
The total number of injured stood at 16,470 while the number of homeless has risen to 17,345.
Iraq sought financial assistance from International Monetary Fund as result of Iran war
IMF chief Georgieva warns of 'much worse outcome' if Middle East war drags into 2027
Qatar warns 'full-fledged' Iran war impact about to hit global economy
IMF warns of potential global recession if Iran war worsens in latest economic outlook report
The report notes that the worst-case "severe scenario," which assumes an extended conflict and high oil prices, would lead the world into another recession.
IMF warns Strait of Hormuz might never be back to normal
The IMF warned that the situation at Hormuz could be similar to the one in Bab-al-Mandeb, where shipping lanes haven’t yet recovered ever since the first Houthi attack.
Iran war 'shock' is dimming outlook for many economies, IMF says
The International Monetary Fund warned that the war in Iran was causing a global, but asymmetric shock and leading to tighter financial conditions.
IMF, World Bank members look at Gaza reconstruction, challenges ahead
The World Bank, UN and European Union had estimated in February that it would cost more than $50 billion to rebuild Gaza, and are finalizing a new interim estimate of $70 billion.
Lebanon prepares plan to address losses from financial crash
Decades of profligate spending by the country's ruling elite sent the economy into a tailspin in late 2019, with depositors locked out of their accounts as debt-laden banks shut down.
Lebanese government to seek new IMF program, policy statement says
New Lebanese government to pursue IMF talks, restructure banks, and address economic collapse.
Despite concerns about Israel's financial standing, history proves optimistic - opinion
As Moody released its report on Israel, questions arise of whether the war will bolster or cripple the economy amidst halted investments, workforce disruptions, and increased defense spending
Prospects for Palestinian economy remain ‘bleak’ - IMF
In its latest report, the International Monetary Fund says the volatile political and security situation has created “an increasingly difficult environment”.
Turmoil continues to roil Pakistan as $3 billion IMF aid package is disbursed
Analysts believe that political and economic instability, as well as corruption and a lack of effective governance, are major obstacles to Pakistan’s progress and prosperity.
IMF says suspension of Black Sea grain deal could raise grain prices 10-15%
The IMF on Tuesday forecast that global headline inflation would fall to 6.8% in 2023 from 8.7% in 2022, dropping to 5.2% in 2024, with core inflation declining more gradually to 6.0% in 2023.
