4 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
Diplomatic talks between Iran and Gulf nations regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have been postponed, signaling a stall in regional diplomacy.
Gulf nations are aggressively redesigning trade infrastructure and defensive systems to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid a prolonged war with Iran.
Gulf nations are launching a billion-dollar infrastructure push to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and reduce vulnerability to Iranian maritime threats.
Recent coverage examines the escalating costs and shifting dynamics of traditional Gulf nation alignments with the United States.