Background The recent diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran marks a notable shift after years of tension. On June 22, 2026, the first round of senior-level talks in Switzerland wrapped up, with mediators announcing progress toward a roadmap for a final deal. This development has raised expectations for follow-up negotiations aimed at resolving…
Background The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint through which a significant portion of the world’s oil and goods transit. Recent years have seen disruptions due to heightened geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Iran and the United States. These tensions have led to fluctuations in shipping traffic, raising concerns about the stability of global…
Background The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint through which a significant portion of the world’s oil supply passes. Recent years have seen disruptions in traffic due to geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Iran and the United States. The question at hand is whether shipping traffic through the Strait will return to normal levels—defined…
Background The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil and commercial shipping, linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Iran’s control over this narrow waterway has long been a source of geopolitical tension, especially amid ongoing conflicts involving the United States and regional actors. Since February…