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Middle East’s Rising War Risk Puts Spotlight on Iran’s Quiet Oil Comeback

Iran's oil production has surged back to near pre-sanctions levels, despite years of U.S. sanctions aimed at limiting its output.
October 22, 2024
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Middle East Update: Iranian Missile Escalation and Its Global Impact

As anticipated, the situation in the Middle East has evolved significantly following Iran’s recent launch of ballistic missiles.
October 07, 2024

Guardians Of The Indian Ocean: How India’s IFC-IOR Is Transforming Maritime Security

The Indian Navy has established the Indian Ocean Region Information Fusion Centre (IFC-IOR) near Delhi as a pivotal element in enhancing maritime security and domain awareness in the Indian Ocean.
August 27, 2024
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The Neglected Domain - Part 2

As NATO celebrates its 75th anniversary, the alliance faces the critical challenge of enhancing its maritime capabilities to counter an increasingly aggressive Russia.
August 08, 2024
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NATO in the Crosshairs of the Houthis

The Houthis' anti-shipping activities in Yemen, involving the deployment of mines, UAVs, USVs, and missile strikes, pose significant threats to NATO member countries.
August 05, 2024

Why Can’t the U.S. Navy and Its Allies Stop the Houthis?

The global shipping industry faces a deteriorating situation with increasing delays, disruptions, and costs.
July 26, 2024
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Fine sentiments are no defence to Houthi missiles

World Toilet Day, with its impactful slogan, highlighted the plight of billions lacking modern sanitation.
July 22, 2024
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Houthi Ship Attacks Pose a Longer-Term Challenge to Regional Security and Trade Plans

The Washington Institute has reported an escalating threat to commercial shipping in the Red Sea, particularly since the onset of the Gaza war and Operation Prosperity Guardian.
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The Houthis Escalate and Expand the War

In early June, the Houthis arrested several United Nations and international NGO employees, accusing them of being part of an “American-Israeli spy cell.”
July 12, 2024
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Pirates, Middle East instability and drought disrupt the world’s ports

The ports of Algeciras in Spain and Tanger Med in Morocco, situated on opposite sides of the Gibraltar Strait, are experiencing significant strain due to recent disruptions in global shipping routes.