Middle East
Increase in Hormuz oil traffic is papering over a darker reality
Experts say a closer look reveals increasing prices, exhausting reserves, and an unsustainable security situation because Iran is still attacking
October 05, 2026
Global Crises
QiOSK
Banning US diesel exports will likely backfire on Americans
Sen. Chuck Grassley has endorsed a moratorium thinking it will provide more fuel the states, particularly famers. Not so fast, say experts.
September 22, 2026
QiOSK
In UN speech, Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran if no deal reached
Speaking to General Assembly, he also touted both his peacemaking record and an increasingly belligerent US foreign policy
September 22, 2026
Middle East
China is outfoxing the US in the battle for Mideast influence
Washington's military posture comes with huge risks and responsibilities, easing Beijing's burden in the region
September 22, 2026
Middle East
With Mideast on fire, oil prices are poised to explode
Damage to a crucial Saudi pipeline has forced Riyadh to delay shipments to Europe, possibly into November
September 17, 2026
Europe
Ukraine war spreads to Arctic as nuclear tensions escalate
Kyiv strikes on Moscow's energy infrastructure in the Yamal region was the deepest, and likely most expensive yet
September 15, 2026
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