US Federal Reserve Maintains Forecast for One More Rate Cut, but Concerns Over Rate Hike if War Prolongs
The US Federal Reserve has kept its current interest rate steady at 3.50–3.75% and forecasts one more rate cut this year, but concerns arise regarding the implications of prolonged conflicts in the Middle East on economic stability.
Zelensky: Prolonged War in the Middle East Could Weaken Ukraine in its Fight Against Russia
Ukrainian President Zelensky is currently on a European tour to remind allies that the war with Russia continues despite the global focus on conflicts in the Middle East.
Rafah Crossing in Gaza will reopen on Wednesday 'for limited circulation of people,' says Israel
Israel has announced that the Rafah crossing will be reopened on Wednesday for limited movement of people in both directions, following prolonged closures due to the ongoing conflicts.
Economics professor predicts gasoline prices up to 35 kroner per liter
Economics professor Kjetil Storesletten forecasts that gasoline prices in Norway could rise to as much as 35 kroner per liter due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, particularly a prolonged war against Iran.
Prepare for the unthinkable. The head of the IMF warned of the impact of prolonged conflicts in the Middle East
The head of the IMF has issued a warning about the economic consequences of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
From Ukraine to Iran, the lessons of Svetchine, the Soviet strategist who predicted the peril of prolonged wars of attrition
This article discusses the insights of Soviet strategist Alexandre Svetchine regarding the challenges of long wars, drawing parallels to contemporary conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
The USA has bet everything on wars being short-lived. This could cost them dearly in Asia.
Analysts argue that the U.S. may face significant challenges in its military strategy as ongoing conflicts, particularly with Iran, suggest a shift from brief engagements to prolonged warfare.
Growing Fear of Prolonged Conflict
The escalation of military conflicts in the Middle East, particularly following recent bombings in Tehran, has led to a significant spike in global oil prices, raising concerns for small nations heavily reliant on oil imports.
Alarm from the IMF for the Middle East: Prepare for the unthinkable
The head of the International Monetary Fund warns that prolonged conflicts in the Middle East could harm global markets and economies, urging policymakers to prepare for new challenges.
'Wars can be fought forever’: Trump claims US has ‘virtually unlimited’ weapons stockpile
Donald Trump claimed the U.S. has a 'virtually unlimited' weapons stockpile, asserting that conflicts can be prolonged indefinitely with existing armaments.
Pete Hegseth: The conflict with Iran is not endless, the US is fighting for victory
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth asserts the US military operation against Iran has a clear mission and will not resemble the prolonged conflicts in Iraq.
The spatial 'reef' sinks Greek aquaculture
The prolonged inability to complete the specific spatial plan for Greek aquaculture poses a direct threat to the competitiveness of the sector and may lead to conflicts with the European Commission.
‘Free Iran’: In anticipation of the expression of selective empathy and hypocritical sensitivity of Western activism
The article discusses the contrasting reactions of Western activism to the prolonged violent conflicts in Gaza and the calls for 'Free Iran'.
The war in Ukraine has lasted longer than the 'Great Patriotic War' of Russia
The ongoing war in Ukraine has now surpassed the length of the Soviet Union's 'Great Patriotic War' during World War II, marking a significant historical parallel regarding prolonged conflicts.