With nearly 70 victims among civilian seafarers, the war against Iran has been one of the deadliest conflicts for the merchant navy. More than 20,000 workers found themselves trapped in the Persian Gulf
It is important to resist the temptation to think that the deal between the United States and Iran is the end of the conflict. Its most intricate element is the sanctions and how to lift them
The agreement between the U.S. and Iran promises to resume traffic, but a full return to pre-war transit levels could take until the end of the year
The previous pact contained guarantees similar to those believed to be under discussion now, but in a political context far less conducive to agreement
On Monday, the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter precipitated the biggest exchange of fire since the truce
Tehran said it had launched its own attacks on sites in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan in retaliation, further complicating the prospects of a lasting ceasefire
Three months after the first U.S. and Israeli strikes, Washington more than ever needs a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
White House sources say the draft memorandum, still pending Trump’s approval, would extend the truce for 60 days and would reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Considered the strongman of Islamabad, the officer maintains ties with Tehran while Trump calls him ‘my favorite field marshal’
The capture of two large ships by Revolutionary Guard speedboats serves as a reminder of their crucial role in blocking the strategic maritime passage
The US president prolonged the truce with Tehran hours before it expired, although Washington will maintain the naval blockade of Hormuz
Following the entry into force of the truce in Lebanon, Tehran assures that it will allow ships to pass through the strait
Trump attributes the lack of an agreement in Islamabad primarily to Tehran’s refusal to comply with this demand, which the Islamic Republic considers a ‘sovereign right’
The new supreme leader’s public absence since the war began is fueling speculation, although Tehran maintains that he is in ‘perfect health’ and ‘in charge’
The US is paying a very high price for this war: tensions with allies, depleted arsenals, and a severely damaged international reputation
A ballistic missile strike in a residential area of Haifa killed four members of the same family, in Iran’s second-deadliest attack on Israeli soil
US troops are intensifying the search for the second crew member of the F-15 fighter jet, whose whereabouts are unknown. Iranian authorities are offering a reward for his capture
European political and economic authorities warn about the danger of entering a phase of low growth and high inflation of up to 6%, if the conflict in the Middle East becomes entrenched
The Strait of Hormuz, blockaded by Iran, will open ‘naturally’ when the conflict ends ‘in two or three weeks,’ predicts the US president, who threatens to ‘strike hard’ at Tehran within that timeframe
The US president provides his version of the Middle East offensive daily through press conferences, interviews, and social media posts. ‘I can change my mind in seconds,’ he responds when inconsistencies are pointed out
The exiled analyst and nuclear physicist believes that a US victory narrative will be very fragile and that the Iranian regime has become radicalized
Once the Strait of Hormuz reopens, it will be necessary to repair facilities, restart wells, and manage a logistical crisis at sea. Gas and oil prices will continue to reflect geopolitical risks
The secretary general of the agency that coordinates oil reserves warns that the current supply reduction is greater than in the 1970s
These shortwave radio stations are used to maintain almost untraceable communications when the internet is down. Cuba has the longest tradition with this technology
The US president has temporarily lifted sanctions on Russia, released 40% of America’s oil reserves, and changed maritime laws
Meanwhile the White House continues to pressure the Fed, delaying Senate confirmation of a replacement for Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May
The lack of shelters and the lines to buy food exacerbate the population’s suffering in the face of US-Israeli airstrikes
