The U.S. must view Iran through a Southwest Asian lens to manage nuclear proliferation and counter Chinese regional influence.

Jordan’s economic resilience depends on transforming its geography into a functional trade corridor linking Gulf capital to Mediterranean markets.

Strategic ambiguity and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are forcing the Trump administration to weigh escalation against attrition.

Hezbollah is navigating a dual battle for military survival against Israel and political relevance within an increasingly hostile Lebanon.

Kharg Island remains a high-stakes target where U.S. military ambitions face significant Iranian retaliatory capabilities and global energy volatility.

The Iran War is testing the limits of modern military adaptation and the global collective security system, with outcomes ranging from regime collapse to a “disguised defeat” for the West.

The U.S. administration’s unilateral approach to the Iran conflict is causing allies to reassess the safety and legality of intelligence-sharing.

Turkey is positioning itself as a regional stabilizer, using its unique ability to communicate with all warring parties effectively.

Zelenskyy’s whirlwind tour established Ukraine as a drone warfare superpower, securing “historic” defense agreements with key Gulf energy powers.

Algeria is softening its colonial-era demands to explore energy partnerships, yet the Western Sahara dispute remains a critical spoiler.