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Europe’s Enduring Dependence on Persian Gulf Energy

2026/05/28

SCFR Online – Opinion: The dominant discourse in the field of European energy security over the past two decades has revolved around diversification of supply sources and the gradual reduction of dependence on fossil fuels. This narrative, which gained particular momentum after the Ukraine gas crisis in 2006 and its intensification in 2014 and 2022, was based on the assumption that Europe could free itself from the geopolitical vulnerabilities arising from dependence on specific suppliers through investment in renewable energy, imports of liquefied natural gas from diversified sources, and the establishment of new infrastructure. However, a closer analysis of energy trade data and the structure of the global oil and gas supply chain presents a different picture. Europe has not only failed to meaningfully reduce its dependence on the Persian Gulf, but in some sectors — particularly in liquefied natural gas imports — this dependence has deepened. This reality, which is often overlooked in public discourse, raises fundamental questions about the sustainability of Europe’s energy security strategies and their impact on regional power equations.

Opportunities Arising from the Intensification of the Transatlantic Divide

2026/05/28

SCFR Online – Opinion: The growing divide between Europe and the United States is no longer merely a tactical disagreement, but rather a sign of strategic divergence and the redefinition of interests in a multipolar world.

The Challenge of Hezbollah’s Low-Cost “FPV” Drones for the Zionist Regime

2026/05/27

SCFR Online – Opinion: In modern warfare, it has always been assumed that the more expensive, and advanced the weapon—particularly from well-known companies—the more certain the victory will be. However, developments on the northern front of occupied Palestine in recent months have challenged this long-held belief. Here, the Zionist regime’s military, despite possessing the most advanced defense systems such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow, as well as fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets, Merkava tanks, and other modern equipment found in few countries worldwide, has effectively been rendered helpless against Hezbollah Lebanon’s few-hundred-dollar drones. Benjamin Netanyahu’s bitter admission regarding the inability to counter this threat, and his order to allocate an unlimited budget to find a solution, underscores the reality that the era of pure superiority through expensive technologies has come to an end.

The Reasons for the Failure of America’s Maximum Pressure Strategy Against Iran

2026/05/25

SCFR Online – Note: While the objective of the US maximum pressure strategy was to compel Iran’s submission, the failure of this strategy—beyond economic and geopolitical challenges—has led Washington to seek a pathway for exiting this situation.

The Impact of West Asian Developments on the Ukraine War

2026/05/25

SCFR Online – Note: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, recently announced—more than four years after the commencement of military aggression against Ukraine—that he believes the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is drawing to a close.

Temporary China–U.S. Trade Truce in the Shadow of Fundamental Distrust

2026/05/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: The recent visit of the President of the United States to China is significant from various aspects; because China is recognized as the world’s second-largest economic power and a growing economy. The Chinese are also advancing in various fields, including the space sector, artificial intelligence, and military industries; to the extent that in the military sector, whereas they previously lacked an aircraft carrier, they now possess their third aircraft carrier. On the other hand, the United States, as a superpower, has always regarded China as its rival and continues to view it as such today.

Providing an Opportunity for Creating a New Order in the Persian Gulf Region

2026/05/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: The countries of the Persian Gulf have reached the conclusion that sustainable security will be achieved not through confrontation, but through regional engagement with Iran.

Examining the Reasons for Europe’s Non-Alignment with the United States in the War Against Iran

2026/05/19

SCFR Online – Opinion: The different policy that Europeans have adopted regarding the US war against Iran stems from disagreements that have emerged between the two sides in recent years, particularly during the Donald Trump administration.

arms control

America’s Destructive Policies Are the Cause of The World Entering into An Era of Dangerous Nuclear Competition

2026/03/31

SCFR Online – Report: Washington, which once regarded itself as the architect of the non-proliferation order, has now—through shifts in its strategic doctrines in this domain—become the primary factor in the decline of that very order.

The Sunset of Arms Control; The Dawn of the Era of “Open Nuclear Competition” in the International System

2026/02/24

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: The expiration of the New START treaty between the United States and Russia can be considered as the end of one of the most important mechanisms for regulating nuclear competition in the international system.

With the End of New START, How Will the Future of Nuclear Security Be Shaped?

2026/02/15

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: With the collapse of the last pillar of nuclear arms control between Washington and Moscow, the world stands on the threshold of a ruleless order that both carries the scent of unlimited competition and conceals within itself the possibility of new forms of bargaining.

Consequences of the U.S. & Russia Withdrawal from Open Skies Treaty

2022/01/02

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: Rising tension between the U.S. and Europe from one hand and Russia from the other hand within the recent years and months, Western parties with the U.S pivotal role are making effort to further contain the Russian economic and military influence.
Abed Akbari- Expert of International Affairs

Dimensions and consequences of renewing the new START treaty

2021/02/15

Strategic Council Online—Interview: An analyst of Russia affairs says renewing the new START treaty is significant in the sense it is still giving hope rivalry between nuclear powers would be impeded through dialogue and international agreement, saying that it seems the United States and Russia have reached the conclusion that despite their differences, they need to cooperate to resolve important issues.

Biden’s Agenda to Bring US Back to International Institutions

2020/11/17

Strategic Council Online: An expert on strategic affairs believes that the future US President, Joe Biden, intends to reverse Trump’s unilateral approach, especially in Washington’s attitude towards international institutions.

Russia’s Nuclear Deterrence Strategy

2020/06/26

Strategic Council Online – Prince Vladimir’s submarine, which joined the Russian Navy on June 12, 2020 on the occasion of the Russia Day celebrations is the fourth generation of nuclear submarines with significant capabilities. The submarine, capable of launching 20 nuclear warhead missiles at the same time, is equipped with advanced deep manoeuvring systems and the use of modern weapons. Prince Vladimir’s submarine can go 400 meters deep into the ocean to evade radars.
Dr. Shoaib Bahman – Expert on Russian Affairs

US Aim of Drawing China into Arms Talks

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: Unlike Russia that is interested in arms negotiations with the Americans, the Chinese are not eager to enter into such a process in the current situation and accept restrictions against their missile programs.
Shoaib Bahman – Russian Affairs Expert

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Europe’s Enduring Dependence on Persian Gulf Energy

2026/05/28

Opportunities Arising from the Intensification of the Transatlantic Divide

2026/05/28

The Challenge of Hezbollah’s Low-Cost “FPV” Drones for the Zionist Regime

2026/05/27

The Reasons for the Failure of America’s Maximum Pressure Strategy Against Iran

2026/05/25

The Impact of West Asian Developments on the Ukraine War

2026/05/25

Temporary China–U.S. Trade Truce in the Shadow of Fundamental Distrust

2026/05/23

Providing an Opportunity for Creating a New Order in the Persian Gulf Region

2026/05/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: The countries of the Persian Gulf have reached the conclusion that sustainable security will be achieved not through confrontation, but through regional engagement with Iran.

Examining the Reasons for Europe’s Non-Alignment with the United States in the War Against Iran

2026/05/19

arms control

America’s Destructive Policies Are the Cause of The World Entering into An Era of Dangerous Nuclear Competition

2026/03/31

The Sunset of Arms Control; The Dawn of the Era of “Open Nuclear Competition” in the International System

2026/02/24

With the End of New START, How Will the Future of Nuclear Security Be Shaped?

2026/02/15

Consequences of the U.S. & Russia Withdrawal from Open Skies Treaty

2022/01/02

Dimensions and consequences of renewing the new START treaty

2021/02/15

Biden’s Agenda to Bring US Back to International Institutions

2020/11/17

Russia’s Nuclear Deterrence Strategy

2020/06/26

US Aim of Drawing China into Arms Talks

2020/05/02

arms control

America’s Destructive Policies Are the Cause of The World Entering into An Era of Dangerous Nuclear Competition

2026/03/31

The Sunset of Arms Control; The Dawn of the Era of “Open Nuclear Competition” in the International System

2026/02/24

With the End of New START, How Will the Future of Nuclear Security Be Shaped?

2026/02/15

Consequences of the U.S. & Russia Withdrawal from Open Skies Treaty

2022/01/02

Dimensions and consequences of renewing the new START treaty

2021/02/15

Biden’s Agenda to Bring US Back to International Institutions

2020/11/17

Russia’s Nuclear Deterrence Strategy

2020/06/26

US Aim of Drawing China into Arms Talks

2020/05/02

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