Analysis As Gulf crisis reshapes energy markets, experts warn of new normal With the US-Israel-Iran war producing a historic supply shock, Al-Monitor hosted a panel of experts to explore how the conflict has ushered in a new era for global energy markets.
Israel targets Turkey charity amid Gaza flotilla tensions The request, published in Israeli media, marks a further escalation in tensions with Turkey amid disputes over Gaza aid operations. Turkey
Explainer Why Sunni frustration is growing over Lebanon’s amnesty law Parliament speaker Nabih Berri postponed a parliamentary session scheduled to vote on a draft general amnesty law following disagreements about who should benefit from the measure, including Islamist detainees. Lebanon
Ethiopia accuses Egypt of obstructing Red Sea access bid: What to know The remark came days after a new maritime cooperation agreement between Cairo and Asmara. Egypt
Iran’s Hormuz authority declares control over ports in UAE, Oman: What to know The Persian Gulf Strait Authority released a map showing its “areas of oversight” extending to the United Arab Emirates’ ports, eliciting a rebuke from a senior Emirati official. Iran
Turkish court ousts CHP leadership amid opposition crackdown The ruling marks a major escalation in the legal crackdown on the CHP, which has already been hit by the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, its presidential candidate. Turkey
