Gulf neighbors
Coverage of Gulf neighbors in the Nexus archive.
- Is the Strait of Hormuz still Iran's trump card?
Iran's recent attacks demonstrate its ability to disrupt shipping and energy markets, drawing in Gulf neighbors. The article questions how much leverage Iran holds over Washington and whether its high-risk strategy might backfire.
- How Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the US
Iran's latest attacks demonstrate its ability to disrupt shipping and energy markets, drawing in Gulf neighbors. The article questions how much leverage Iran has over the US and whether its strategy could backfire.
- Trump’s massive GOP faith bloc raises red flag on Iran deal: Trust him, not his team
Influential evangelical leaders are divided over the Trump administration's memorandum of understanding with Iran, with some praising Trump's military actions against Iran and his support for Israel. Critics argue the deal risks Israel's security by providing Iran relief before its threat is neutralized, while supporters claim Trump's actions have weakened Tehran and earned trust.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard set up Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has established covert cells in Iraq aimed at attacking Gulf neighbors, according to sources. The move complicates the new Iraqi Prime Minister's efforts to balance relations with Washington D.C. and Tehran, potentially spurred by other pro-Iran factions' willingness to disarm.