Why this matters: The agreement reflects shifting global defence partnerships and Ukraine’s growing role as a provider of military expertise. Date: 26 March 2026 Tags: Defence, International Relations, Technology, Middle East Summary: Volodymyr Zelensky announced drone defence deal with Saudi Arabia. Ukraine will share expertise developed during war with Russia. Saudi Arabia faces similar drone and missile threats from Iran. Agreement includes future contracts, technology coo

Why this matters: Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens global energy supplies and increases risks to civilians in the conflict. Date: 26 March 2026 Tags: International Relations, Defence, Energy, Middle East Summary: G7 foreign ministers called for immediate end to attacks on civilians. Group stressed reopening Strait of Hormuz is an “absolute necessity”. Around 20% of global oil and LNG flows through the strait. Iran’s blockade has driven global fuel prices above $11

Why this matters:The escalation raises the risk of a broader war in Lebanon and a worsening humanitarian crisis. Date: 21 March 2026 Tags: Middle East, Conflict, Defence, International Relations Summary: Israel approved plans to expand ground and air attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon. The operation follows rocket fire from Hezbollah into northern Israel. Israeli officials said the campaign aims to protect border communities. More than 1,000 people have been killed in Leban

Why this matters:The violence adds to rising tensions in the West Bank and risks further escalation in the wider regional conflict. Date: 22 March 2026 Tags: Middle East, Conflict, Politics, Human Rights Summary: Israeli settlers carried out attacks on Palestinian villages in the occupied West Bank. Homes, vehicles, and farmland were set on fire in multiple locations. Violence followed the death of an 18-year-old Israeli settler in a suspected vehicle incident. Reports say se