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Why Is Europe Increasing Its Focus on Defense and Energy Security?

Europe has sharpened its attention on defense readiness and energy security because the strategic environment has grown more demanding on both fronts…

#energy sovereignty Europe #EU defense readiness #Europe defense spending

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Why Is the Strait of Hormuz Important to the Global Economy?

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman that serves as the sole maritime exit from the Persian…

#20 million barrels Hormuz #energy security Hormuz #global oil chokepoint

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What Is Happening in Yemen and Why Is It Affecting Regional Security?

Yemen’s long-running civil conflict has entered a sharp new phase in 2026, with Iran-backed Houthi forces seizing key stretches of the Red…

#Bab al-Mandab Strait #Houthi attacks Saudi #Houthis Red Sea advance

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Why Is Saudi Arabia Calling an Attempted Attack Near Mecca a Red Line?

Saudi Arabia described an attempted drone strike near Mecca as crossing a “red line” because the city holds unique religious significance as…

#attempted attack Mecca 2026 #Houthi drone Mecca #Houthis deny Mecca attack

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Why Is Europe Increasing Its Focus on Defense and Energy Security?

Why Is the Strait of Hormuz Important to the Global Economy?

What Is Happening in Yemen and Why Is It Affecting Regional Security?

Why Is Saudi Arabia Calling an Attempted Attack Near Mecca a Red Line?