Politics, pressure and shifting Middle East crude flows
This week's Strait Talk video examines shifting Middle East crude flows, US pressure on Iran via Task Force Iron Gate, and Bab el-Mandeb vs Hormuz risks.
Strait Talk: Red Sea, Blue Wave
This week, we examine how the latest US and Israeli elections could reshape Middle East geopolitics, oil flows and tanker markets.
- Elections: What could the results mean for the conflict with Iran?
- Oil & freight: Why are crude prices and tanker rates falling despite continued attacks?
- Crude flows: Are Hormuz and Red Sea flows increasing despite security risks?
- Iran: What’s next for regional shipping and escalation risks?
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