The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has brought the strategic Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most crucial maritime routes—to a near standstill. Since hostilities began on 28 February, commercial shipping through the strait has declined sharply, with traffic dropping by an estimated 95 per cent. Previously, an average of 138 vessels passed through […]

US President Donald Trump appears to be navigating a strategic deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz, a situation he once dismissed lightly but which has now emerged as a significant obstacle to his proclaimed ‘victory’ in Middle East policy. Facing mounting challenges, Trump has begun altering his stance, moving away from his earlier insistence on […]

Iran has reportedly launched two ballistic missiles towards the strategically vital island of Diego Garcia, home to a joint United States–United Kingdom military installation in the Indian Ocean. However, according to American media sources, neither missile succeeded in striking the intended target, raising questions about both operational execution and the broader strategic intent behind the […]

Iran has executed three individuals convicted of killing police officers during nationwide anti-government protests earlier this year, the country’s judiciary confirmed on Thursday. According to the AFP news agency, the unrest began in late December of the previous year as demonstrations against rising living costs. These protests quickly escalated into widespread anti-government movements, reaching a […]