Joshua Krasna

Worth reading:
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Gonzalez could have claimed that he did not know there was anything wrong with having sex with a staffer since it was barred only in (check notes) ... 2018!

The Hormuz Strait is not merely a conduit for oil; it is a silent artery in the global food system

In media interviews in recent days, I stressed the impact lengthy threats to shipping in Gulf and Straits of Hormuz will have not only on oil/gas prices, but also on supply of fertilizers and petrochemicals, and imported goods to the Gulf States.
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See this Instagram post by @naqdmedia www.instagram.com/p/DVdz3rfl0C...

What do you do about non-American, especially Arab, sources and analysis, who don't use Bluesky at all?

For the Hebrew readers among you. I did not write the headline...
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Also Kuwait

The operation is called Roaring Lion because it occurred on the 11th of Adar (in the Jewish calendar), which is the day of the battle of Tel Hai.

Israel "shattered a fragile truce", when it responded to Hizballah missile and drone strikes. Right on, NYT!

UAE announces closure of its embassy in Tehran, withdrawal of ambassador * * *

UAE announces closure of its embassy in Tehran, withdrawal of ambassador

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לוח השידורים ערוץ הכלכלה של ישראל הצטרפו לשידור החי של ערוץ 10 וקבלו את כל נתוני השוק, הדוחות, המניות והעדכונים הפיננסיים בזמן אמת. שידור חי שמביא את כל מה שמשפיע על הכלכלה בישראל ובעולם, כולל ניתוחים ופרשנויות. היכנסו עכשיו והישארו מ...

For those of you who know Hebrew, I spoke about the economic ramifications of the current crisis for the Gulf States
vod.tv10.co.il/live at 09:25

They just have to threaten, and let Maritime insurance rates do the rest.

very good paper by my friend Gedalia Afterman, on a very important subject: the future of regional connectivity after the current crises: mitvim.org.il/wp-content/u...

When geography loses its meaning: The UAE and the redefinition of global sovereignty Explore how the UAE is redefining global sovereignty by transcending traditional geographic boundaries. Discover its strategic role in shaping the future through digital sovereignty, economic flows, a...

Very interesting piece: gulfnews.com/opinion/op-e...

Aramco targets US in LNG expansion push Aramco’s latest US liquefied natural gas (LNG) tie-up shows the energy giant’s determination to become a significant player in the industry

Wonder at what point the Gulf policy of paying stakes in US companies, in addition to just buying volumes of gas, as well as investing in other industries, runs fowl of nativists?
www.agbi.com/analysis/oil...

ICE's Masks Are All a Lie Working for ICE is actually less dangerous than being an elementary school student in America.

Here's what DHS doesn't want you to know: Working for ICE is one of the safest jobs in America — and last year was the second-safest year for the agency on record.

And the doxxing? It hasn't actually happened even once.

The masks are justified by a lie. www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/ice-s-mask...

Venezuela shipping crude oil to Israel after its exports reopen, reports Bloomberg * * *

Venezuela shipping crude oil to Israel after its exports reopen, reports Bloomberg

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Amid tensions, Emirati firms bow out of Saudi Arabia's World Defense Show - Breaking Defense Several companies were supposed to be displaying their hardware and platforms, but the designated spot doesn't show signs of Emirati presence.

breakingdefense.com/2026/02/amid...

Saudi Arabia, 7 other Muslim countries condemn Israel over ‘illegal’ measures tightening control in West Bank * * *

"Own goal" attributable to shoring up the base 8 months before scheduled elections and keeping the two ultra right parties in the camp during a challenging period.

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Why 2026 Will Be a Tough Year for Middle Eastern Oil Producers With the Low Oil Prices Projected for the Year, Most Major Middle Eastern Oil Producers Will Face Budget Deficits

interesting. www.meforum.org/mef-observer...

Syria to develop first offshore oil, gas field with US’s Chevron, Qatar’s UCC In 2013, Russian firm Soyuzneftegaz signed a deal to explore for oil and gas in Syrian waters, but the project was dropped two years later due to the civil war.

Very interesting step. First toe in the water ...
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I invite my students to discuss their papers with me (set 20 minute intervals), and then ask them searching questions to test knowledge. Also, and some of the classes I asked them to make an in-class presentation of their research, in lieu of a paper

Not much of a surprise ....

Abu Dhabi's XRG raises stake in Rio Grande LNG project in Texas | The National Investment builds on 11.7% stake taken in project’s first three trains in September last year

This is one of those things that Trump will like, since it is Gulf investment in the US like he demanded, but may well eventually trigger different components of the MAGA universe, who will not be happy with "Arabs taking over US companies and resources".
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Netanyahu's taking a victory lap over the return of last deceased hostage, glossing over that it's taken 843 days, 46 hostages died in captivity, and that the only reason they were released is because Trump twice imposed his view on Israeli government and forced them into deals against their will.

Israel's sovereign wealth fund is by law supposed to be earmarked largely for R&D, alternative energy, and dev of employment in Southern Israel. The current government is giving about half of the year's tranche to organizations and purposes associated with the interests of coalition partners.

Also this: The United Arab Emirates said in a statement on Monday that it will not allow its “airspace, territory, or waters to be used in any hostile military actions against Iran," nor for "providing any logistical support in this regard.”

Yemen’s Houthis hint at Red Sea attacks as US-Iran tensions rise: What to know The Houthi warnings come as a US aircraft carrier accompanied by several guided missile destroyers entered Gulf waters amid tensions with Iran.

Just as international shipping firms are returning to the Red Sea...
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Findings of the National Security Survey: January 2026 | INSS Summary of the Results A large majority of the Israeli public (62.5%) assesses that Israel will be required to renew fighting against Iran within the next six months. At the same time, the public is d...

Very interesting findings. www.inss.org.il/publication/...

Arab diplomat: Turkey, Qatar filling vacuum in Gaza created by Israel’s snub of PA Diplomat says nations like Saudi Arabia and UAE had been open to being involved in Strip, but want PA to have a role there so the enclave and West Bank will have unified Palestinian leadership

Arab diplomat: Turkey, Qatar filling vacuum in Gaza created by Israel's snub of PA

www.timesofisrael.com/arab-diploma...