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Part of US and Israel launched a war on Iran, leading to a ceasefire agreement with the Iranian President.

How will the US/Israeli operation against Iran affect the Middle East?

Regional instability increases as US/Israeli operation challenges Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz. The resumption of military action between the United States and Israel and Iran has heightened instability across the Middle East, particularly concerning vital shipping lanes. Iran has responded by targeting commercial ships and countries across the region, while the Houthis maintain the capacity to shut down the Red Sea. This conflict threatens to stress the macro economy and increase regional geopolitical risk.

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  • The Strait of Hormuz accounts for 20% of global energy trade.cnn.com
  • Oil prices jumped nearly 10% on Monday after the MOU unraveled.cnn.com
  • Iran's Shahed drones can travel over 1,000 miles to strike a slow-moving oil tanker.cnn.com
  • The Houthis maintain capacity to shut down the Red Sea.cnn.com

Why it matters

The Middle East is a critical global chokepoint region, and the stability of the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea is vital for global energy supply. Iran is leveraging its geographic location and modern drone warfare capabilities to force the United States into an asymmetrical contest, aiming to gain control of this global passageway.

The stakes are high because any sustained disruption to these routes would severely stress the global macro economy. While Gulf states are united in rejecting Iran’s claims, the ongoing conflict highlights the deep-seated regional tension and the difficulty Washington faces in guaranteeing the uninterrupted flow of commerce.

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  • Will the Gulf states increase cooperation with the US to bypass the Strait of Hormuz?
  • How will the global price of oil and other products passing through the Strait of Hormuz change on a weekly basis?

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The US successfully enforces the American understanding of the MOU through military action.The immediate risk to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz would decrease, potentially stabilizing oil prices.
The Houthis successfully shut down the Red Sea.The macro economy would face further stress, increasing pressure on Washington to find a diplomatic solution.

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