As the war with Iran reshapes the balance of power in the Middle East, a quieter shift is taking hold in Washington.

The attack caused significant damage to the ship’s bridge, according to reports

Global oil markets are facing unprecedented disruption as conflict in the Middle East restricts flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Industry leaders warn the loss of supply could reshape energy, food, and industrial markets worldwide, with risks extending beyond oil

A container ship with Greek interests was struck in the Persian Gulf after reportedly being fired upon by a Revolutionary Guard vessel, raising fresh concerns over maritime security in one of the world’s most sensitive shipping routes.

Attention now turns to whether Donald Trump will follow through on threats to launch a new wave of strikes against Iran, or whether a last-minute extension may be reached

Islamabad signals confidence Tehran will join negotiations as Gulf states warn that growing focus on the Strait of Hormuz risks sidelining broader security concerns and entrenching Iran’s regional leverage

Greece’s objection that the framework treats LNG unfairly in its well-to-wake lifecycle accounting should be addressed

Greece sits in a genuinely difficult position. It is a net energy importer with significant exposure to global oil and gas price movements, Brouillette says

In this interview, Gerard Baker, Editor at Large of The Wall Street Journal, reflects on the growing instability in global politics. Arguing that NATO is dead in the water, Baker also examines the U.S. strategy toward Iran, suggesting it was poorly planned and executed and seems to be failing. Ultimately, he highlights a growing desire […]

Tehran says all commercial vessels can pass freely through the strategic waterway for the duration of the Lebanon ceasefire, linking the move to the broader truce in the region.

The truce is set to take effect at midnight, raising hopes it could open a path to easing wider regional tensions.

Europe faces looming energy crunch. IEA chief Fatih Birol warns jet fuel shortages could ground flights and spike global prices

Donald Trump said he asked China’s Xi Jinping not to supply weapons to Iran, receiving assurances that Beijing was not doing so. The exchange comes amid rising tensions and U.S. threats of tariffs on countries aiding Tehran.

Japan will create a $10 billion financial framework to help Asian nations secure oil and other energy resources amid rising geopolitical tensions, aiming to safeguard regional supply chains and reduce the risk of disruptions affecting key industries.