Impact
Regional analysis of conflict effects across 51 areas impacted by the Coalition vs Iran Axis confrontation. Each assessment covers economic impact, humanitarian consequences, infrastructure damage, and stakeholder responses with before/after data. From the Hormuz blockade disrupting global oil to shipping insurance crises in the Red Sea, these analyses quantify the conflict's far-reaching consequences.
51 articles
Al Asad Airbase Defense Cost
7 strike events targeting Al Asad Airbase, Iraq. Estimated $525.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: C-RAM + Patriot. Threat profile and cost analysis.
Ali Al Salem Defense Cost
6 strike events targeting Ali Al Salem, Kuwait. Estimated $210.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Patriot PAC-3. Threat profile and cost analysis.
Middle East Arms Race
The Iran conflict triggered $142B in new Middle East arms orders in five months, reshaping the global defense industrial base and accelerating arms races.
Asia-Pacific Missile Race
Iran-Israel conflict fuels Asia-Pacific missile race, with $15B in defense spending, 25% increase in missile production, and 30% rise in regional tensions
Beirut Strike Analysis
12 strike events targeting Beirut, Lebanon. 148 munitions employed. Defense layers: None (no national air defense). Threat profile and cost analysis.
China's Iran Oil Dependency and Strategic Calculus
How China navigates the loss of 1.4 mb/d of discounted Iranian crude oil, intensifying US secondary sanctions, and its deepest Middle East energy tie.
The Drone Warfare Revolution
Drones are rewriting the cost-exchange equation in modern warfare, with 2024-2026 conflicts showing a 300% increase in UAV usage, impacting global security a...
Dubai Defense Cost
10 strike events targeting Dubai, UAE. Estimated $1.3B in interceptor costs. Defense layers: THAAD + Patriot. Threat profile and cost analysis.
Eilat Defense Cost
8 strike events targeting Eilat, Israel. Estimated $160.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Iron Dome + Patriot. Threat profile and cost analysis.
European Energy Security and the Iran Conflict
How the Iran-Coalition conflict compounds Europe's energy crisis with 85% LNG price surges, German industrial curtailment, and renewed fossil dependency.
European Missile Defense
NATO's missile defense systems in Europe protect against ballistic missile threats from the Coalition vs Iran Axis conflict.
Global Missile Defense Spending
Global missile defense spending surges 15% in 2024 to $13.4B, driven by Iran, Russia, and China threats. Learn who's buying what and why.
How the Iran Conflict Impacts Global Oil Prices
Strategic analysis of how the Iran-Coalition conflict drove Brent crude past $130/bbl, disrupted 21% of global petroleum transit and reshaped markets.
Gulf State Security
How Saudi Arabia and the UAE navigate direct Iranian ballistic missile threats, a $78B defense spending surge, and the fundamental reshaping of Gulf security.
Gulf States Missile Defense
An in-depth analysis of the Gulf Cooperation Council's $100B+ missile defense investments, examining the strategic implications, economic burdens, and region...
Haifa Defense Cost
8 strike events targeting Haifa, Israel. Estimated $565.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Iron Dome + David's Sling + Arrow-2. Threat profile and cost...
Hezbollah's 150,000 Rockets
Hezbollah's 150,000 rockets pose a significant threat to Israel's home front, with potential economic losses of $10 billion and 5,000 casualties
Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Economic impact of Iran's Hormuz blockade: oil prices above $130/bbl, $1M+ war risk insurance, shipping reroutes, GDP impact, and which countries are most af...
Houthi Red Sea Attacks
Analyze the critical impact of Houthi Red Sea attacks on global shipping, supply chains, and Western military responses. Data-driven insights on economic cos...
India's Energy Security and the Iran Crisis
India faces a $65 billion annual oil import bill surge, Chabahar port paralysis, and a strategic balancing act between Washington and energy security.
India-Israel Defense Partnership
India-Israel defense ties strengthen with Barak-8 missile system and Spike ATGM deal, valued at $15 billion. Impact on regional security and defense industries.
Iran's Proxy Network
Analyze how Iran leverages Hezbollah, Houthis, and Iraqi PMF to project power across the Middle East. This report details strategic implications, economic co...
Iran's Proxy Network
Map of Iran's proxy network: Hezbollah (130,000 rockets), Houthis (Red Sea attacks), Iraqi PMF (US base threats), Syrian allies. How Iran projects power thro...
Iran-Russia Arms Pipeline
Analyzes the evolving Iran-Russia arms trade, detailing its impact on global security, military capabilities, and sanctions regimes. Examines the exchange of...
Iraq Caught Between
How Iraq's sovereignty is shredded between US coalition military operations from Iraqi bases and Iranian proxy militias embedded within the state itself.
Isfahan Strike Analysis
8 strike events targeting Isfahan, Iran. 116 munitions employed. Defense layers: S-300 (destroyed) + point defense. Threat profile and cost analysis.
What Would an Israeli Strike on Iran's Nuclear Sites Look Like?
Assessing the potential consequences of an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear sites, including economic and security implications
Abraham Accords Under Stress
How the Iran-Coalition conflict froze Saudi-Israel normalization talks, strained existing Abraham Accords, and reshaped Middle East diplomatic dynamics.
Japan and South Korea
Japan and South Korea receive 80-88% of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, creating acute economic vulnerability amid the Iran-Coalition conflict.
Jerusalem Defense Cost
3 strike events targeting Jerusalem, Israel. Estimated $135.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Arrow-3 + Iron Dome + David's Sling. Threat profile and ...
Lebanon's State Collapse
How the Hezbollah-Israel conflict has accelerated Lebanon's state collapse, with 1.2M displaced, GDP contraction of 28%, and institutional disintegration.
Defense Production Crisis
The missile defense production crisis: US factories produce 500 interceptors/year but consume 200/week in combat. Bottlenecks in solid rocket motors, semicon...
Nevatim AFB Defense Cost
6 strike events targeting Nevatim AFB, Israel. Estimated $810.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: THAAD + Arrow-3 + PAC-3. Threat profile and cost analy...
Nuclear Proliferation Risk
How the Iran-Coalition conflict shortened nuclear breakout timelines to weeks, revived Saudi nuclear ambitions, and destabilized the NPT regime entirely.
Naval War in the Persian Gulf
Iran's naval capabilities threaten global oil supply, with 20% of global oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz, worth $1.3 billion daily
Red Sea Crisis
Houthi attacks on the Red Sea have cost global shipping billions, with rerouted routes, insurance spikes, and container rate increases.
Displacement and Refugee Flows from the Iran Conflict
How the Iran-Coalition conflict has displaced 4.8 million people, overwhelmed regional capacity, and created the Middle East's worst humanitarian crisis.
Riyadh Defense Cost
9 strike events targeting Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Estimated $265.0M in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Patriot PAC-3 + THAAD. Threat profile and cost analysis.
Russia-Iran Military Cooperation
How the Russia-Iran military axis has deepened from drone sales to joint missile development, intelligence sharing, and strategic technology transfers.
Saudi Arabia's Missile Defense
Saudi Arabia's $100B+ defense spending faces test in Yemen War, with Patriot vs Houthi missiles. Impact on regional security and oil prices.
War Risk Insurance
How war risk insurance premiums surged 4,000-5,000% for Persian Gulf and Red Sea tanker transits, adding $3-5/bbl to crude oil costs globally in 2026.
Suez Canal Revenue Collapse from Red Sea Crisis
How Houthi Red Sea attacks collapsed Suez Canal transit revenue by 62%, costing Egypt $6.7 billion annually and reshaping global container shipping routes.
Syria
Syria has become the live-fire laboratory for 21st century weapons, with major powers testing advanced systems. What are the implications for regional securi...
Strait of Hormuz to Taiwan Strait
Iran's missile strikes in the Gulf inform Asia-Pacific defense posture, with implications for Taiwan, South Korea, and China.
Tehran Strike Analysis
16 strike events targeting Tehran, Iran. 2813 munitions employed. Defense layers: S-300PMU2 + Bavar-373 (degraded post-SEAD). Threat profile and cost analysis.
Tel Aviv Defense Cost
18 strike events targeting Tel Aviv, Israel. Estimated $2.3B in interceptor costs. Defense layers: Arrow-3 + Arrow-2 + David's Sling + Iron Dome (4-tier). Th...
Turkey's S-400 Gamble
Examine Turkey's S-400 acquisition and its ripple effects on NATO cohesion, U.S. relations, and Middle East security, with data on sanctions and interoperabi...
What Ukraine Teaches Us About a Potential Iran-Israel War
Analyze critical lessons from the Ukraine conflict for a potential Iran-Israel war, covering missile defense, drone warfare, EW, and information operations. ...
Ukraine's Missile Defense Lessons
Ukraine's experience with Patriot intercepting Kinzhal missiles offers valuable lessons for global security and defense strategies.
US-Iran Conflict 2026 Timeline
Full timeline of the 2026 US-Iran conflict: Operation Epic Fury/Roaring Lion strikes, Iranian missile salvos, Hormuz naval clashes, nuclear facility attacks,...
US Military Bases in the Gulf
Analyze US military base vulnerabilities in the Gulf to Iranian missiles. Examine defense systems like THAAD/Patriot, strategic implications, and regional se...
Frequently Asked Questions
How has the Strait of Hormuz been affected?
Iran's partial blockade has disrupted ~20% of global oil transit, with shipping insurance rates surging 10-15x and multiple tankers damaged by mines and missile attacks.
What is the economic cost of the conflict?
The conflict has driven oil prices above $120/barrel, triggered $128B+ in sanctions against Iran, caused billions in shipping rerouting costs, and disrupted LNG exports from Qatar and the Gulf.
How many refugees has the conflict created?
Over 3.9 million people have been displaced across the region, primarily in Iran (2.1M internally displaced), Lebanon (1.2M), and Iraq (400K+).