Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics Archives - Strategy International

From Hormuz to Suez: Middle Eastern Sea Lanes

From Hormuz to Suez: Middle Eastern Sea Lanes

Despite contributing less than 3% of global GDP, Middle Eastern economies handle around 20% of seaborne trade, sitting at the crossroads of Asia-Europe-Africa routes as key energy exporters. Critical chokepoints include Hormuz, Suez Canal, Bab al-Mandeb, Turkish Straits, and the...

28/04/2026

The “Respect and Support” Mirage to Iranians

Defence & Military International Security & Strategy Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions Risk Assessments Topics Type

The “Respect and Support” Mirage to Iranians

This approach cannot empower Iranians but risks igniting nationalist backlash, and heightening dangers of accelerated crackdowns, ethnic fragmentation, or a hardened dictatorship in post-strike Iran.

08/04/2026

Greece and Turkey in the shadow of the war of Israel and US against Iran

Defence & Military Europe & Eurasia Global Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions Strategic Affairs Topics Type

Greece and Turkey in the shadow of the war of Israel and US against Iran

The war unfolding is evolving into a layered geopolitical system stretching from the Levant to the Gulf, the Caucasus, and into the broader Eurasian strategic space.

02/04/2026

Ethiopia–Eritrea Tensions Driven by Maritime Access, Sovereignty, and Regional Competition

Africa Defence & Military Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf Opinion Editorials Peace & Conflict Resolution Regions Strategic Affairs Topics Type

Ethiopia–Eritrea Tensions Driven by Maritime Access, Sovereignty, and Regional Competition

Renewed confrontation stems from ambitions, fears, and internal fragility. Both see strategic opportunity in holding firm, in front of geopolitical competition, Red Sea secularization, and Gulf military entrenchment.

19/02/2026

Greek-Israeli Brigade: Opportunity and Challenge

Africa Defence & Military Energy Security Europe & Eurasia International Security & Strategy Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions Topics Type

Greek-Israeli Brigade: Opportunity and Challenge

The proposed Greek-Israeli-Cypriot brigade marks a significant step in Eastern Mediterranean security cooperation, linking military, energy, and strategic interests. Aligned with the “Blue Peace” doctrine, it seeks to promote stability and counter regional revisionism. Success hinges on Greece’s political will,...

13/02/2026

The Blue Peace Doctrine: An Architecture of Power and Cooperation

The Blue Peace Doctrine offers a strategic framework for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean, blending power projection, regional cooperation, and geoeconomic influence. It frames the maritime domain as a key energy and trade corridor linking Europe, the Middle East, and...

02/02/2026

Somaliland and the Greek–Israeli Geometry of Power

Africa Defence & Military Energy Security Europe & Eurasia Global Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions South Asia & Oceania Strategic Affairs Topics Type

Somaliland and the Greek–Israeli Geometry of Power

The Eastern Mediterranean, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean are merging into a unified strategic space shaped by contested maritime corridors. The Red Sea and India–Middle East–Europe Corridors are defining regional order, linking trade, infrastructure, and power projection. Greece’s...

22/01/2026

Africa Energy Security Europe & Eurasia Global International Market Economics International Security & Strategy Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions Risk Assessments Strategic Affairs Topics Type

The Battle for Greece’s Ports

The battle for access to and ownership of Greek ports is on. Washington has set its eyes on Greek ports to counter Chinese influence in the East Med and Europe.

03/12/2025

Washington, Brussels, and the Central Asia–South Caucasus Supply Chain

Energy Security Europe & Eurasia Global International Market Economics International Security & Strategy Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics Opinion Editorials Peace & Conflict Resolution Regions Strategic Affairs Topics Type

Washington, Brussels, and the Central Asia–South Caucasus Supply Chain

A rules-based corridor through southern Armenia will boost reliable, diversified trade, linking Central Asia to Europe. Washington’s C5+1 and the EU focus on practical implementation.

28/11/2025

Greece’s Upstream Reboot: Deepwater Bets, LNG Gateways, and the Race to Turn a Transit Map into Molecules

Africa Energy Security Europe & Eurasia Global International Security & Strategy Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics MENA Region & Gulf National Security Opinion Editorials Regions Risk Assessments Strategic Affairs Topics Type

Greece’s Upstream Reboot: Deepwater Bets, LNG Gateways, and the Race to Turn a Transit Map into Molecules

Greece is stepping up its energy strategies, not only by increasing its potential as a pivotal energy hub for Southern Europe, but by opening up deepwater upstream projects, attracting US and international majors.

07/11/2025

1 2 3 4

Category: Maritime Affairs & Global Logistics