02/02/2026 Should a full-scale conflict erupt between the United States and Iran, Iranian supreme leader and military Generals have warned that the devastation would be extensive. In such a scenario, […]
01/31/2026 The first month of 2026 has crystallized a perilous contradiction in the Persian Gulf: by continuing to provide critical, behind-the-scenes support for U.S. military power while pleading public neutrality, […]
Persian Gulf ports are the backbone of global energy trade, linking oil and LNG producers to world markets through strategic maritime routes. At dawn, as the sun rises over the […]
Discover the top container and oil ports in the Persian Gulf, exploring their capacity, trade roles, and strategic importance for global shipping and energy security. The Persian Gulf is one […]
Explore the major ports of the Persian Gulf, their capacity, trade flows, and strategic role in global shipping and energy security. The Persian Gulf is one of the most economically […]
The ruling monarchies of the Persian Gulf—Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain—present a fascinating paradox. They exist as islands of apparent stability in a region […]
The Allure and the Trap The Persian Gulf and the adjacent Sea of Oman, framing the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint—the Strait of Hormuz—are theaters of immense strategic importance. Through […]
01/26/2026 In January 2026, the United States is moving major naval and air assets toward the Persian Gulf region amid escalating tensions with Iran. This explainer covers the deployments, Iran’s […]
For decades, the shimmering skylines of Abu Dhabi and Dubai have stood as unequivocal symbols of globalized commerce in the Middle East. These city-states, born from ambition and petrodollars, crafted […]
The glittering city-states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman—project an image of unassailable wealth and futuristic stability. Yet, beneath this […]
