Gulf
The Iran war is creating a new global energy risk beyond the Strait of Hormuz - analysis
Oil loadings at the Red Sea port of Yanbu were suspended, sources told Reuters, while Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline remained offline after attacks on the kingdom’s energy infrastructure.
CENTCOM, IDF, Arab militaries held military summit on Middle East, Iran, source confirms to 'Post'
Israel only beneficiary of Iran-Gulf rift, says Iran's FM, while denying US Pickaxe Mountain claims
Gulf foreign ministers to meet with Iranian FM in push to secure deal for Strait of Hormuz - report
Gaza mediators condemn Israeli strikes, Iran seeks to strengthen Iraqi ties
Katz: Erdogan dragging Turkey into 'dangerous adventures' in Syria • Experts: Israel avoided 'direct clash' with Turkey by striking Syrian airfield • Iran FM mocks Trump's 'Economic D-Day'
Trump announces economic warfare against Iran, as Syria denies Israel's claims of Turkish forces
IDF targets Hamas chiefs in Gaza • IDF Gaza Division seals two Hamas tunnels spanning two kilometers along Yellow Line • IDF chief says that Israel will maintain Syria buffer zone
UAE gives all-clear after air defenses detect Iranian missile, Tehran denies attack
This comes amid tensions with Iran as the Memorandum of Understanding expired, with US President Donald Trump laying claim to the Strait of Hormuz with a declaration marking it as "US territory."
Trump's threats put Oman's balancing act under growing pressure - analysis
This is the second time that Trump has threatened Oman. It has not appeared fazed by these threats. It knows that it has to navigate a changed regional and international landscape.
Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster
One slick appeared off the southern tip of Weshm Island, while a smaller one was spotted near Sirri Island in the center of the Gulf.
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan forge new alliance as Middle East order shifts - analysis
The new emergence of an alliance between what may be termed “middle powers” in the region illustrates how countries want to work closely together amid growing uncertainty over the future of the world
Gulf states pay the price as shipping crisis exposes costly dependence on the Strait of Hormuz
"A lot of the necessities, and I'm talking food, that these Gulf nations require - Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia - comes in by boat," and flying in goods is causing prices to rise.
Saudi Arabia is a 'paper tiger,' weaker than it appears, Israeli former national security head says
"Saudi Arabia has a great deal of weaponry and a great deal of money, but militarily, it cannot manage to 'get through the day,'" said Brig.-Gen. (res.) Jacob Nagel.
Iran war teaches importance of Gulf cooperation with Europe for maritime security, ISPI says
Insecurity caused by the Houthis in the Red Sea, followed by disruptions caused by the Iran war in the Strait of Hormuz, has had a direct impact on Europe.
Shipping traffic slows in Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb plunged on Wednesday, with just three vessels crossing the key waterways as Houthi attacks and the Iran war disrupted regional trade.
