Asia-Pacific
China's position on the Hormuz Strait: What 'open' really means
Beijing is not going to put itself in a position where it loses access to Iranian oil, nor will it support a UN call for force
May 16, 2026
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Middle East
Can Pakistan mediate war while opening trade routes to Tehran?
The dual role underscores growing influence as both a practical trade hub and a balancing force in an increasingly volatile region.
May 15, 2026
QiOSK
Ex-CENTCOM chief headlines lavish Israeli-American Council gala
Known as Israel's favorite American general, recently retired Erik Kurilla was credited with convincing Trump to bomb Iran in June 2025
May 14, 2026
QiOSK
Picking up on the vibes in Beijing before major Trump-Xi visit
Insights from my trip two weeks ago: Beijing doesn't want to indulge Trump's actions in Iran, nor lead international condemnation or an 'Axis of Upheaval'
May 13, 2026
QiOSK
'One big glow': Did Trump just threaten to hit Iran with nukes?
The president is clearly frustrated as the fighting is ramping back up and no deal in sight. Meanwhile his comments did nothing to ease oil fears.
May 08, 2026
Middle East
Iran war marks the end of American primacy as we know it
For states that had opted to depend on US protection, this should be a wake-up call
May 08, 2026
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