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

29 May, 2026

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Iran: Deal Or No Deal

The Middle East conflict has reached the three-month mark, with rumors swirling of a US-Iran deal. Prospects for near-term Hormuz normalization appear remote.

Crude Oil Exports* From Saudi Arabia’s Yanbu Terminals Have Fallen In May (‘000 b/d)

Geopolitical Risk

12 Jun, 2026

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Iraq Forced To Borrow As Oil Revenues Dwindle

The Hormuz crisis is an economic catastrophe for Iraq. The government is borrowing to pay public sector salaries, pushing debt levels to new highs.

The Majority Of Iraqi Government’s Outstanding T-Bills Are Held By CBI ($Bn)

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NEWS IN BRIEF

Syria Tenders For New Refinery

19 Jun, 2026

New Pipeline System Planned For Syria

19 Jun, 2026

ConocoPhillips Finalizes Syria Contract

19 Jun, 2026

SPC Plans First Upstream Bid Round

19 Jun, 2026

Jordan Eyes Risha Gas Boost

19 Jun, 2026

Chevron Completes Israel Tamar Expansion

19 Jun, 2026

Egypt Approves 869MW Voltalia Wind Farm

19 Jun, 2026

Opec Revises Up Long Term Oil Demand Outlook Again

19 Jun, 2026

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