Gulf

The Gulf is a strategic maritime region, primarily referring to the Persian Gulf, that is a critical conduit for global oil trade and a focal point of geopolitical tensions involving major world powers.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to escalating military and economic conflicts, including Iran's warnings to neighboring nations, the UAE's suspension of trade ties, and Japan's involvement in securing oil shipments and aiding regional infrastructure.

Latest on Gulf

• Iran warns Gulf nations against helping US as UAE halts trade ties
• UAE suspends trade with Iran after saying it fired missiles at Gulf state
• Japan weighs state reinsurance for tankers to keep Gulf oil flowing
• Japan to support infrastructure recovery in Gulf nations hit by Iran war
• Man injured as fire engulfs 2 huts, 4 speedboats at village in Sai Kung
• US military says it has fired on ship in Gulf of Oman to enforce blockade of Iranian ports

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