Analysis From oil to data centers, US-Iran war takes key Mideast infrastructure offline Although disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have long been expected as a by-product of a regional war with Iran, Tehran is expanding the list of targets — with other key energy assets potentially in the crosshairs. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Trump pledges 'whatever it takes,' signals Iran war could last weeks President Donald Trump said the US military projected the war would last four to five weeks, though it has the capacity "to go far longer." Iran
Analysis Iran’s assault reveals Gulf defense gaps and reliance on US tech and intel The recent Iranian strikes on bases, airports and energy facilities across the Gulf have exposed gaps in the GCC's defense architecture. By Francesco Schiavi In Bologna, reporting on security, defense, economy, governance
Hormuz traffic slows as Iran threatens to set 'ships on fire' Maritime intelligence company Lloyd’s List reported on Sunday that no traceable passages have been made by major crude tankers through the Strait of Hormuz since Saturday night. Iran
With Gulf partners under fire from Iran, will Europe step up its defense? France and the United Kingdom are prepared to help defend Gulf countries against Iranian attacks, but experts say they are unlikely to extend the same support to Israel. Israel
