Opinion: This is no longer another escalation but a turning point; as alliances strain and old blocs weaken, Saudi Arabia emerges as the key player whose decision could reshape regional power and Israel’s role within it

Opinion: The Strait’s effective closure stems not from blockades but from insurance fears after drone strikes on shipping and energy sites drove risk beyond what marine underwriters can cover, turning limited attacks into a strategic shutdown

Israel is investing too many resources in trying to eliminate senior officials and topple the regime in Iran instead of focusing on  damaging nuclear facilities, missiles and military industries; This is a weakness in understanding the enemy, which led to the failures of October 7

There is no total victory, no white flag moment; success is measured over time through sustained security gains, weaker enemies and a reality safer than October 7, even as threats persist and adapt