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Topic: US-Israel

How Iran choked Strait of Hormuz & why it’s not easy to break the blockade

Over one-fifth of global oil and LNG exports transit the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has threatened to sink any ‘enemy-linked’ vessels passing through the chokepoint.

Iran war is sure to bring recession in US—common man in India will also suffer

The disruptions in supply chains, rising shipping costs, and shortages of critical components could trigger a global supply shock, throwing economies into chaos and recession.

Why hasn’t Iran lost the war yet? The reasons aren’t just oil and drones

The decapitation of leaders and heavy bombing, however widespread, may not be able to generate defeat and surrender. A long, crushing war may have to be waged for that.

What’s the prognosis of the US-Israel-Iran war? Strategic defeat of the US is ordained

At the end of three weeks, I have no hesitation in concluding that Iran has been eminently successful in executing its strategy.

Can air power decide a war? US-Israel’s gains, Iran’s limitations & lessons from the Gulf wars | Cut the Clutter

In episode 1808 of Cut the Clutter, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta analyses the big picture emerging from the war in West Asia as the conflict completes its second week.

Can Pakistan stay neutral on Iran? Saudi Arabia holds the purse strings

Security of Saudi Arabia is something that Pakistani armed forces have committed themselves to for a long time, even before the September 2025 agreement.

Restaurant owners in fix over LPG cylinder shortage due to Iran war—‘no more butter chicken’

First change restaurant owners have planned, if things don’t calm down, is to slash some of the crowd favourites from the menu. Gravy-based dishes will leave the restaurant menu.

A quick end to Iran war is in India’s interest. But Modi has no influence over US or Israel

The US-Israel war in Iran has shown India’s real place in global politics — a middle power, not a Vishwaguru.

Iran conflict LIVE UPDATES: Jaishankar to speak on West Asia conflict in Lok Sabha Monday

West Asia conflict rages on as US and Israel continue their military operation against Iran, and Iran retaliates. Stay tuned for live updates with ThePrint.

Iran conflict LIVE UPDATES: US ‘did the world a favour’ by launching war on Iran, says Trump

West Asia conflict rages on as US and Israel continue their military operation against Iran, and Iran retaliates. Stay tuned for live updates with ThePrint.

On Camera

Iraq’s long road to FIFA World Cup qualification is a story of survival, defiance

Historically, football has been used as a lens through which political anger, identity, and resistance come into focus. From Mohun Bagan to Didier Drogba’s Ivory Coast, this claim can be easily cemented.

What to expect from China’s new 5-year plan—trade innovation, tensions with partners

ASEAN is struggling against a flood of 'underpriced Chinese goods', while Brazil has imposed anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel.

UAE walks away from financing Rafale F5 due to restricted access to technology, reports French media

French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.

China insulated itself against energy shocks. India is ‘all talk, no walk’

China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.