| Energy
Iraq hastens energy independence push as Iranian gas proves unreliable
Baghdad is intensifying its energy diversification efforts as it faces unstable Iranian supply and US sanctions waiver expiration.
| Energy
Power outages cripple Iran as public funds flow to regional proxies
While the country's infrastructure is in dire need of repairs and upgrades, the regime sends millions to support Hizbullah, Hamas and the Houthis.
| Energy
China oil field exits upset Iran's 'Looking East' policy
China's withdrawal from two Iranian oil field projects comes despite the Islamic Republic's ongoing efforts to encourage Eastern investment.
| Energy
Al-Durra gas field dispute challenges Saudi-Iran rapprochement
Iran is undermining its renewed ties with Saudi Arabia with veiled threats and the language of escalation and intimidation, analysts say.