Iran vows retaliation, Russia-Ukraine, Oscars and ant-smuggling

 Iran warns it may target U.S. “hideouts” in the United Arab Emirates, as a drone attack disrupts oil-loading at the UAE’s Fujairah oil hub. European leaders push back as Washington issues a sanctions waiver on Russian crude. Global conflicts increase the risks for airline pilots and airports. Kenya reports its latest arrest in a widening ant‑smuggling crackdown. Plus, we look at the standout trends expected on the Oscars red carpet. Recommended Read: In search of Banksy Listen to the latest On Assignment episode: The Oscars industrial complex Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices