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Federico Verri The Strait of Hormuz has rarely been spoken about outside of emergency language: naval escorts, insurance rates, oil prices, missile ranges, LNG disruption and freedom of navigation. We should have the former, but we need the latter as well. Framing the issue through that vocabulary is …
May, 2026
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10 May
Kremlin Says No End in Sight to Ukraine War, Peace “Very Long Way Off”
The Kremlin stated that the U. S. is eager to finalize a peace deal to end the Ukraine war, but complex issues make a resolution far off, and talks are currently on hold. For over four years, Russian forces have struggled to seize the entire Donbas region in …
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10 May
Iran War May End, but Trump’s Ally Rifts Are Here to Stay
President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw some U. S. troops from Germany and his reaction to a recent conflict with Iran have raised concerns about America’s relationships with its allies. As the U. S. and Iran move toward a potential resolution of their conflict, fears grow among traditional …
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6 May
Who rules Iran today? This is how the Revolutionary Guard seized power, and this is the reality of the political divisions.
How might the assassination of Iranian leaders backfire on America and Israel? The blows backfire on them… America and Israel replace Iranian leaders with others more hardline in war and negotiation – Arabi Post On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Israeli officials boasted about the assassination of Ali Larijani, …
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6 May
A Weekly Roundup on the Geopolitics of Money
EXECUTIVE TAKEAWAYS The S&P 500 fell from record highs after a South Korean ship exploded in the Strait of Hormuz, while oil held above $100 despite easing from Monday’s surge. RBA raised rates for the third straight meeting despite downgrading growth, while Japan burned $35 billion steadying the …
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6 May
Struggle for the Strait: US Iran Confrontation Pushes Middle East Truce to the Brink
The fragile ceasefire across parts of the Middle East is under severe strain as the United States and Iran escalate military actions around the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, has effectively become a central battleground in a wider confrontation involving …
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6 May
Iran signals demand for comprehensive deal with US as talks test fragile Middle East truce
Iran has said it will only accept a fair and comprehensive agreement in ongoing negotiations with the United States, as talks continue alongside a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East conflict. Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi made the remarks following discussions with Wang Yi in Beijing. At the same …
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6 May
Iran Confirms Review of US Proposal Amid Growing Signs of Imminent Deal
Iran is currently examining a new proposal from the U. S. aimed at ending the war in the Gulf, as both nations reportedly approach an agreement. This agreement would consist of a one-page memorandum that sets aside complex matters, such as Iran’s nuclear program, for later resolution. An …
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6 May
Between “Project Freedom” and the Strait of Hormuz: Has Trump’s Strategy Met Its Limits?
Hosein Mortada The announcement was bold, almost theatrical: a presidential push branded as “Project Freedom,” aimed at securing maritime navigation in the Gulf and projecting American resolve at one of the world’s most sensitive chokepoints. But within hours, the narrative shifted. What was presented as an assertive effort …
