Middle East
The Persian Gulf is blowing up. These 3 obstacles explain why.
Iran might have won the strategic contest, but the current impasse is frightening
May 05, 2026
Middle East
Africa
Sniffing out Red Sea access, US in line to be Eritrea's latest suitor
With Strait of Hormuz closed, the US is reportedly seeking normalization with coastline state in the Horn of Africa. But it would be courting rivals, too.
May 05, 2026
Middle East
America’s hate-hate affair with Iran: A collision course for the ages
An interview with diplomat, scholar, and author Dr. Shireen Tahmaseeb Hunter
May 05, 2026
QiOSK
Navy to 'guide' vessels through the Hormuz Strait. Well, sort of.
Update: Trump announced a pause on 'Project Freedom' gambit after only two ships gained passage in two days
May 04, 2026
Middle East
Trump’s Iran blockade snatches defeat from the jaws of victory
Washington's search for a 'silver bullet' to defeat Tehran has made it all but impossible to secure a deal
May 02, 2026
Middle East
Will Gulf states turn to Israel for protection from Iran?
Threats from Tehran and regional uncertainty are reshaping regional security, but not all Gulf states are moving in the same direction
May 01, 2026
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