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Middle East Conflict and Crypto Scams

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Just seven days has passed since the USA and Israel began their attacks on Iran. As the attacks become heavier and more destructive, the ripples of war are already spreading around the globe. There was an immediate jump in the price of oil and gas, now worsening, as processing plants and facilities are attacked and transport routes disrupted. Petrol prices at the pump have been creeping up too and are expected to rise further. Money Box listeners have been asking what it could mean for the price of gas, electricity, heating oil and filling up their car.

A listener had more than £300,000 stolen from her in an investment scam. What can be done to catch the criminals who robbed her?

And by the end of the month there should be an official free scheme to claim compensation for missold car finance. How will it work?

Presenter: Paul Lewis
Reporter: Dan Whitworth
Researcher: Amber Mehmood
Editor: Jess Quayle
Senior News Editor: Sara Wadeson

(First broadcast 12pm Saturday 7th March 2026)
4 Apr English United Kingdom Business

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