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Israel-Lebanon conflict: Why military pressure isn’t enough
Israel-Lebanon conflict: Why military pressure isn’t enough
Experts say Israel’s offensive has undermined talks with Hezbollah and is pushing a political solution out of reach.Conflicts06/02/2026June 2, 2026
Can Iran rebuild trust with its Gulf neighbors?
Can Iran rebuild trust with its Gulf neighbors?
Mutual suspicion between Iran and Persian Gulf countries is poised to affect long-term regional stability and growth.Conflicts06/01/2026June 1, 2026
Iran reconnects — but can everyone browse freely?
Iran reconnects — but can everyone browse freely?
After one of the longest internet blackouts in modern history, Iranians are coming back online — but only partially.Conflicts05/29/2026May 29, 202606:55 min
Iran war: Oman stuck between Trump and Tehran
Iran war: Oman stuck between Trump and Tehran
Why did Donald Trump threaten Oman, an important mediator between the US and Iran, with a military strike? Conflicts05/29/2026May 29, 2026
Civilians in Lebanon hit hardest as Israel targets Hezbollah
Civilians in Lebanon hit hardest as Israel targets Hezbollah
As Israel expands operations and Hezbollah digs in, hopes for talks between Israel and Lebanon in Washington are fading.Politics05/29/2026May 29, 2026
Suez, Panama canals charge for transit — why can’t Hormuz?
Suez, Panama canals charge for transit — why can’t Hormuz?
Iran has been widely condemned for demanding up to $2 million for shipping vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.Trade05/28/2026May 28, 2026Show moreSkip next section Embedded external element
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Iran war: Oil shortages threaten global energy security
Oil reserves are declining quickly as countries release supplies to offset the impact of the Middle East conflict.Business05/28/2026May 28, 2026
Iran medicine shortages worsened by war
Amid a fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel, Iranians are finding it harder to access essential medicines.Health05/27/2026May 27, 2026
How the Iran war is crushing India’s diamond industry
Global conflicts have hit Surat’s diamond trade, costing jobs and pushing workers into crisis.Globalization05/24/2026May 24, 202607:32 min
Who will ‘win’ as new alliances emerge in Middle East?
The UAE and Israel are getting closer, while Saudi Arabia is enhancing cooperation with Egypt, Turkey and Pakistan.Politics05/22/2026May 22, 2026
US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz blockade endurance game?
Tehran bets it can last longer than Washington amid elevated oil prices, inflation and global recession risks.Trade05/22/2026May 22, 2026
The geopolitical weaponization of shipping channels
Hormuz, Malacca, Taiwan: How vulnerable are the key maritime chokepoints of the global economy?Conflicts05/10/2026May 10, 2026All content (478) on this topic
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