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Global Hotspots: The U.S. and Iran Trade Diplomatic Offers as Military Strikes Continue
This week, the United States and Iran traded proposals...
Global Hotspots: The U.S. and Iran Trade Diplomatic Offers as Military Strikes Continue
This week, the United States and Iran traded proposals...
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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: The U.S. and Iran Trade Diplomatic Offers as Military Strikes Continue
This week, the United States and Iran traded proposals for a diplomatic settlement to their war, with Pakistan working as an intermediary, while the U.S....
Global Hotspots Outlook: Energy and Economic Disruptions Grow Amid Iran Conflict
This week, the conflict in Iran intensified as the U.S. bombed military facilities on Iran’s Kharg Island and Israel bombed key Iranian energy facilities, with Iran responding...
