The Newsmakers32
Despite the extension of the US-Israel ceasefire, the status of a possible second round of talks in Islamabad remains highly unclear. As the war grinds on, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are rising, amplifying global economic strain. Iran continues to enforce an effective blockade of the key waterway in response to Washington’s naval blockade of its ports. Meanwhile, disruptions to energy flows are being felt across both wealthy and developing nations, with rising cost of living affecting millions across the globe. And the negative consequences of this war go far beyond the economy as they affect global politics.
