Geopolitical Risk

From civil wars in Libya and Syria to political stasis in Kuwait and the economic embargo against Qatar, the Middle East’s geopolitical situation is always fraught with risk. The addition of rapidly expanding youthful populations straining against the restrictions imposed by staid leaderships creates further avenues for instability.

Geopolitical Risk

16 Jan, 2026

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Iranian Regime Weakening

Iran has faced down protests before, but the latest wave comes at a time when the regime appears weaker than ever. With structural deficiencies causing serious economic pain, the government’s room to maneuver is limited.

Iran’s Currency Tumbled To Unprecedented Low Of Worse Than 140,000 Toman*/$

Geopolitical Risk

23 Jan, 2026

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Kurdish Hopes Of Autonomy In New Syria Unravel

The Kurdish-led SDF has lost ground in the face of a surprise offensive by the Syrian army as US policy shifted in support of Damascus. The government now controls oil fields previously held by the SDF and a US-brokered ceasefire agreement could see all energy assets transferred. But recovery will take time.