Houthis sit out Iran war: fear decapitation, depleted weapons, Saudi pressure, China ties counsel restraint.

Trump misses Lebanon-Israel peace: both view Hezbollah as common foe. One call could yield Nobel.

Russia shouldn’t celebrate: temporary oil waivers for Iran war, not Ukraine-linked. Linkage remains crucial.

US risks much, gains little in Iran war—abandoned gradualist strategy for Israel’s maximalism.

Iran war evokes 1913: fragile alliances, black swan events risk global conflagration. Time to end.

Trump betrayed Gulf allies by launching Israel’s war without consultation, exposing them to danger.

China, Russia not helping Iran: Moscow tied to Ukraine, Beijing prioritizes Gulf ties.

One year post-Assad, Syria navigates fragile transition. Al-Sharaa indispensable but faces immense challenges.

Iran war markets reflect “geopolitical put option”: time and uncertainty drive pricing. Policy can reduce both.

Houthis weigh Iran war: three scenarios risk reigniting Yemen war, deepening humanitarian catastrophe.