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Global Hotspots Outlook: War between U.S., Israel, and Iran Goes Global
This week, the United States and Israel launched air- and...
Global Hotspots Outlook: War between U.S., Israel, and Iran Goes Global
This week, the United States and Israel launched air- and...
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2026 Annual Forecast
A global adaptation to a new strategic environment will define 2026, driven by the White House’s approach to international relations. Though Washington will continue pursuing de-escalation in select conflict zones, the year ahead will be marked by persistent geopolitical frictions, intensifying hybrid competition, and acute humanitarian pressures.
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Global Hotspots Outlook: War between U.S., Israel, and Iran Goes Global
This week, the United States and Israel launched air- and naval-based attacks against Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with strikes against neighboring Gulf states and by closing the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile,...
Global Hotspots Outlook: U.S. and Iran Meet Amid Military Buildup
This week, tensions between Iran and the U.S. continued to rise despite ongoing negotiations, with Iran threatening repercussions if the U.S. were to attack and Israel threatening Lebanon with strikes against civilian infrastructure if...
