Are the warmongers in the U.S. faking attacks from supposed Iranian sources? The lessons of the Vietnam War provide a clear warning.
Iran etc.: Launch Sanctions and You Trigger Corruption
New U.S. Treasury investigation spotlights Russians, Syrians and Iranians.
The Need for a U.S. Policy Pivot Towards Iran
How the United States can once again become a Middle East power broker
Can the US Make the Iran Sanctions Stick?
China’s refusal to cut back on Iranian oil purchases opens up another frontline with the U.S.
US Spurring Instability in the Middle East
Multiple Middle Eastern disputes are threatening to spill out of control. This is largely due to the changed role of the United States.
Bad News from the Global Oil Market
Trump’s tweet-based badgering of the Saudis to increase production will not ease pressures resting on the global oil market. High time to do a reality check.
Russia: Energy Resources and Corruption Perception
Russia has abundant natural resources, but is also highly dependent on them.
How China Gets Sucked Into the Middle East
While shifting energy import patterns enhance China’s clout in the Middle East, it is still struggling to be perceived as a big regional player.
Iran Protests: The Oil and Gas Dimension
Iranians have long taken national pride in their natural resource wealth. But ordinary people aren’t seeing the benefits.
Emissions Control and Electric Cars in 2020
The short-term prospects for electrification of light passenger vehicles globally are still small.