Analysis Hostage to Hormuz, can Gulf rewire future energy flows to bypass Iran’s chokepoint? As the US-Israel-Iran war disrupts around 20% of global oil supply, experts point to opportunities and challenges facing a renewed push to develop alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Israel energy minister says gas flowing to Egypt, Jordan despite shutdown reports Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen told Al-Monitor that despite security concerns and partial shut down of marine gas platforms, Israel continues to supply gas to Egypt, Jordan and Israeli consumers. Israel
Egypt closes stores early, Jordan bans AC as Iran war takes toll Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan announced Monday that the use of air conditioning and heating equipment in ministries, government departments and public institutions will now be prohibited. Egypt
Analysis Oil-rich Gulf states could face power crunch as Iran war hits energy security While the conflict fuels a global oil price shock, the Gulf states must contend with growing threats to their own energy security, from power cuts to desalinated water loss. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Analysis Oil crisis stokes inflation risks for Mideast as Iran war exposes importers By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Analysis Qatar gas shock roils Middle East energy risk profile amid Iran war By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Egypt's rulers face first test with gas shortage Public support for Egypt's new government could take a drastic turn if it fails to solve the country's persisting gas shortage. Egypt
Egypt’s Ultras: Revolutionaries to villains? The Ultras, decisively active during the protests, are now being blamed by some in the media for contributing to chaos in the country. Egypt
Israeli technology expert: information revolution at heart of Arab Spring Israeli defense technology adviser Haim Assa explains in his book on Marx, Nietzsche and Tahrir Square that cyberspace has enabled the masses to understand their force and ability to topple leaders, in a democracy building process that may last for a decade. Egypt
Turkey charts new course in Iraq Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu's recent visit to Baghdad, Najaf and Karbala is the latest sign of a new, dual-track policy on Iraq that is endorsed by the United States. Egypt
No end in sight for Gaza crisis Until Egypt is in a position to push through an internal Palestinian settlement, the crisis in Gaza is likely to continue. Palestine
Report on Nile River Basin bolsters Egypt A new report indicates that, despite claims to the contrary, Egypt is not receiving an inflated share of the Nile's waters. Egypt
Arab societies must build 'citizen-states' The Arab state system needs to better apply to concepts of civil society. Egypt
8 pillars of Egypt's economic recovery Egypt’s economic situation is urgent; the government needs to deliver on reforms. Egypt
Egypt’s tale of two generals The contrasts between former Chief of Staff Sami Anan and current Defense Minister Abdel Fattah al-Sisi could not be more stark. Egypt
Police reforms to combat sexual violence not enough Several initiatives by Middle East countries may be a good start, but there is still a long way to go to combat sexual violence in the region. Yemen
'Culture of fear' for region's minorities Conferences recently dedicated to the plight of Middle East Christians need to be understood in broader context. Egypt
Kerry’s words not enough to recast US-Egypt ties In the post-Mubarak era, the United States must deal with “crowd democracy” in Egypt. Egypt
