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Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites

Washington's economic offensive targets Iran after recent conflict and threats. New sanctions and naval blockades are severely impacting Iran's oil exports and currency access. Iranian insiders acknowledge the increasing difficulty of withstanding these unprecedented economic pressures. Officials hope these strains will lead to political consequences and regime change within Iran.…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

'Pyrrhic victory': Iran war leaves no clear winners, experts say

A recent Middle East war has concluded with no clear victor. Iran, though weakened, successfully thwarted the objectives of the United States and Israel. A new agreement defers critical issues, setting the stage for 60 days of intense negotiations. Israel faces significant setbacks, while the US seeks to project strength.…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Neither US nor Iran can sustain strait of Hormuz standoff indefinitely

Simply hanging on could be a disaster for Iranians, while Trump needs to resolve this economic crisis he created

The Guardian - UK · May 9

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Even if Iran’s regime outlasts Trump, it may not survive reconstruction of the shattered economy, Mideast expert says

The scale of reconstruction required “will put pressure on the very patronage system that has helped hold the regime together.”

Fortune · Apr 5

Trump ‘has no military way out of war and Iran has better cards’: Experts warn 15-point peace plan is doomed to fail

IN FOCUS: Donald Trump maintains that both sides want to make a deal, even as Iran says otherwise. Analysts say the current plan is ‘bound to be rejected’ with the war as it stands, writes James C. Reynolds

The Independent UK · Mar 28

From Karachi to Beirut, Khamenei’s death sends shockwaves across the Shiite world

The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes has sparked anger across Shiite communities worldwide and is raising fears of wider unrest

The Independent UK · Mar 3

Hamas disarmament and Gaza’s post-war governance: What’s next in ‘phase two’ of Trump’s ceasefire plan

IN FOCUS: Donald Trump says that the ceasefire agreement is in its second phase – but details remain unclear, James C. Reynolds reports

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2025

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Gaza ceasefire deal analysed: what we know as Trump claims victory in Israel-Hamas peace talks

Donald Trump hails the ceasefire as “unprecedented” - but some express caution

Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2025

Monday briefing: What the UK’s recognition of Palestine means for the war, its future – and its people

In today’s newsletter: the coordinated action, taken alongside six UN allies, is a significant rebuke to Israel and the United States, but peace remains a distant hope

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025

How will the PKK’s disarmament play out in the region?

The PKK began its first phase of disarmament last week, analysts say the process will be felt regionally.

Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2025

UK moves jets to Middle East as Starmer refuses to rule out defending Israel

Military assets to provide ‘contingency support’ as PM repeats call for de-escalation after Iran’s retaliatory strikes

The Guardian - UK · Jun 14, 2025

How much support is there for Imamoglu, Istanbul’s jailed mayor?

As mass rallies continue in Turkiye and the CHP plans its next move, we take a look at the man at the heart of protests.

Al Jazeera · Apr 6, 2025

A long road ahead to decide Syria’s future after rapid end to Assad’s rule

For the first time in 50 years, the question of how Syria will be governed is wide open

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2024

What could a second Trump presidency mean for foreign affairs?

Mr Trump has vowed to end wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024

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