As Iran redefines deterrence and deepens covert ties with Moscow, a discreet visit signals more than tactical alignment—it unveils the anatomy of a strategic counter-offensive forged far from Western eyes and ears
As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, commercial shipping faces unprecedented threats across vital Middle Eastern waterways, forcing global maritime commerce into uncharted territory
A nuclear-armed state accused of genocide claims to prevent nuclear proliferation—by striking a non-nuclear signatory state. Is this about stopping weapons, or engineering an existential crisis to trigger U.S. involvement?
Türkiye positions itself as the indispensable regional power mediator while Israel and Iran exchange missiles, leveraging diplomatic capital from a conflict that conveniently sidesteps Turkish territory entirely
As tensions flare between Israel and Iran, the world watches China and Russia. Their distinct, strategic responses reveal not only regional ambitions—but also a quiet, calculated alignment reshaping global power dynamics
Israel’s Operation Rising Lion continues a decades-long pattern of pre-emptive military strikes, targeting nuclear ambitions of regional adversaries and revealing enduring power dynamics behind shifting ideological and geopolitical narratives in the Middle East
Security of key maritime routes (Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Strait of Hormuz) is under unprecedented scrutiny after Israel’s pre-emptive strike against Iran on 13 June 2025, raising alarm across the global shipping sector
The escalation between Israel and Iran casts a long shadow over global energy markets and maritime trade, demanding a nuanced understanding of its far-reaching implications and the subtle art of geopolitical maneuvering
Modi’s Washington visit secured defense and energy deals but faced Trump’s tariff threats. Meanwhile, Greece, Israel, and Cyprus strengthen regional ties, betting on connectivity projects amid shifting U.S. priorities
Israeli Ambassador to Greece Noam Katz discusses the Israel-Hamas war, Iran’s regional ambitions, energy collaboration, and the strategic partnership between Israel, Greece, and the U.S., highlighting shared interests and future prospects