Gulf
IMF warns Strait of Hormuz might never be back to normal
The IMF warned that the situation at Hormuz could be similar to the one in Bab-al-Mandeb, where shipping lanes haven’t yet recovered ever since the first Houthi attack.
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Gulf states on edge as US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without deal - analysis
As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz - analysis
Hormuz at near standstill as Iran warns ships to keep to its waters
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, one of Japan’s big three shipping firms, is among those caught up in the confusion as firms try to work out what impact the US-Iran two-week ceasefire is having.
Iran’s aggression forces Gulf states to rethink regional security - opinion
The UAE is redefining Gulf security, prioritizing capability and committed partners over rhetoric and ideology.
China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz
Both countries have called for talks to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, now in the fifth week. Pakistan has previously said it is ready to facilitate peace talks between Washington and Tehran.
How many ships have been attacked in the Gulf since start of Iran war? - explainer
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that ships passing through the narrow Strait will be targeted, after the US and Israel launched strikes on the country on February 28.
Gulf countries seeking seat at negotiation table following Iranian attacks
“The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) stressed on Thursday the importance of Gulf states participating in any talks between Iran and the United States to end the war in the Middle East,” UAE news said.
Two people killed in Abu Dhabi in latest Iranian attack
The series of attacks came following Iran's refusal to accept US President Donald Trump's ceasefire proposal.
Allies in name only: Israel left alone against Iranian aggression - opinion
Europe and Canada prioritize diplomacy over defending Israel, highlighting the West's collapse of values.
Gulf states seek to balance diplomacy with deterrence policies as Iran war threatens region
Israeli and US actions against Iran, including strikes on key facilities such as Kharg Island, which hosts a large portion of Iran’s oil exports, have widened the confrontation.
Fanning flames of war, Iran appears to activate Gulf terror cells as conflict expands - analysis
Iran may be turning to local groups and terrorist cells to fan the flames of war in the region.
Iran attacks pushing Gulf's Arab states toward unity, possible action against Tehran - analysis
Iran has sought to escalate incrementally against Gulf countries over the course of the three-week war.
