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US naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz: what it involves and the risks attached

The blockade is costly, hard to enforce and raises the chance of the situation escalating.

14.04.2026 10

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Basil Germond

The boarding of the Marinera and the rise of the shadow fleet in hybrid warfare

The use of unresigistered or falsely registered ships by Russia and other countries trying to avoid sanctions is becoming an increasing feature of...

08.01.2026 10

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Basil Germond

How China’s latest aircraft carrier will challenge western maritime dominance

China now has three of the biggest warships in the world – and there’s a fourth already under construction.

11.11.2025 7

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Basil Germond

Iran is considering closing the strait of Hormuz – why this would be a major escalation

The Middle East crisis continues to escalate and a decision to close the strait of Hormuz is a dangerous moment.

23.06.2025 10

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Basil Germond

Russia has most to gain from Black Sea ceasefire – but it’s marginal, and Ukraine benefits too

Ukraine has had the uppoer hand in the Black Sea. But conceding to to this US-brokered deal will win Kyiv important credit from the Trump...

27.03.2025 9

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Basil Germond