Tag: Analysis
The Houthis Are Risking Everything for Iran
Tehran’s proxy risks pushing a newly consolidated Saudi Arabia into an all-out ground war.
The Straits Are Not OK
After Hormuz, global waterways will return to being sites of bloody contention.
Why the United States Keeps Losing Wars
Washington has a long record of fighting the wrong war for the wrong objective.
The Economic War on Iran Is—and Isn’t—Working
Devastating costs have been imposed on the Iranian economy—to unclear strategic ends.
How a U.S. Ground Operation in Iran Could Unfold
Military experts said limited raids could happen, but a large-scale invasion is unlikely.
Trump Is Triggering a Middle East Nuclear Arms Race
His deal to provide nuclear technology to Saudi Arabia encourages weaponization.
Trump’s Epic Fury Can’t Resolve His Iran Quagmire
The clock is ticking for global oil markets, and Iran has the time.
The Oil Market Is Much More Vulnerable Than Trump Believes
Depleted reserves and changed circumstances make price spikes more likely this time around.