The Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil, faces heightened risks amid regional conflict. This analysis explores the strategic, economic, and security dynamics from a regional perspective, focusing […]
How heat, salinity, hypoxia, and sea-level change are reshaping Persian Gulf biodiversity—what it means for fisheries, ports, and maritime resilience. Just before sunrise, a small fishing dhow leaves a sheltered […]
A closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for nearly one-third of global seaborne oil, would trigger a worldwide energy crisis. This analysis explores the strategic petroleum flows, the […]
Rapid mangrove dieback in the northern Persian Gulf is reshaping coastlines, fisheries, and ports. This in-depth maritime analysis explains causes, risks, and responses. Along the shallow shores of the northern […]
The Persian Gulf is a vital global energy artery and geopolitical nexus. Explore how oil, security alliances, and regional rivalries shape this maritime system, impacting global trade, shipping operations, and […]
The Persian Gulf is a young, fragile sea formed just 6,000 years ago, now facing a severe environmental crisis from pollution, coastal development, and climate change. Explore the science of […]
The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s most critical energy chokepoint. This in-depth maritime analysis explores risks, geopolitics, and global supply impacts. At its narrowest point, the Strait of Hormuz […]
Seasonal and interannual circulation in the Persian Gulf shapes currents, eddies, and Hormuz exchange—critical knowledge for safe, efficient shipping. Snapshot of temperature and velocity (only one arrow every 20 km […]
An Empire’s Enduring Legacy in Faith and History The enduring search for the identity of Dhul-Qarnayn (“The Possessor of Two Horns”), the righteous ruler described in Surah Al-Kahf of the Qur’an, transcends […]
Explore the 20,000-year transformation of the Persian Gulf’s shoreline from a vast river valley to a global maritime hub. Learn how past climate shifts shape modern navigation, port engineering, and […]
