The proposed strategy involves sealing all land borders to isolate Tehran, though success depends on persuading neighbor nations to risk Iranian retaliation.

Oil prices rose on July 15, 2026, as renewed hostilities and a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports threatened global energy transit corridors.

The U.S. military is set to blockade Iranian ports following increased hostilities and a proposed cargo fee for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

Heightened geopolitical instability in the Middle East is driving investors away from emerging markets, placing severe inflationary pressure on the South African economy.

The People's Liberation Army Navy conducted a submarine-launched ballistic missile test, prompting concern from New Zealand, Australia, and Japan.

While China dominates global rare earth mining and processing, a new study finds that the US and Japan hold the core patents for advanced applications.

NATO leaders meet in the Turkish capital to address internal divisions and reaffirm mutual defense commitments amid geopolitical instability. The summit faces uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump prioritizes political loyalty over traditional fiscal contributions.

During state funeral proceedings for the late Supreme Leader, crowds and a featured poet demanded the death of Donald Trump. The event highlights ongoing internal divisions and the conspicuous absence of successor Mojtaba Khamenei.

The Strait of Hormuz is currently operating under a two-tier maritime system, with vessels divided between a U.S.-supported southern route and an Iranian-controlled northern corridor.

Tehran has launched state funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to project national unity and resilience following his death in February 2026.

U.S. and Iranian forces traded military strikes in the Strait of Hormuz following a drone attack on a commercial vessel, marking a major escalation.

A natural gas agreement between Israel and Egypt faces growing political pressure as both nations navigate security concerns and diplomatic friction. Despite this scrutiny, experts note that strategic necessity continues to anchor the commercial partnership.