War, Courts and Ballots: Why Netanyahu Keeps Fighting—and the Ripple Effects for Japan

August 13, 2026 31

Iran Ties Reopening of Strait of Hormuz to U.S. Compensation as Oman Talks Advance; Japan Weighs Energy Risk

August 9, 2026 39

Trump Halts New Attacks on Iran, Opening a Window for Talks—and Raising Key Energy Security Questions for Japan

July 30, 2026 70

Iran’s chief negotiator warns of “full defense” if U.S. violates hostilities MOU; Japan watches energy and shipping risks

July 11, 2026 86

In Ankara, Trump Says “Islamic Republic of Japan” While Discussing Iran, Also Misnames JCPOA

July 9, 2026 121

Iran and Israel Trade Missile Fire Before Sudden Pause as Trump Urges Immediate Ceasefire

June 9, 2026 114

Iran likens Hormuz Strait leverage to “an atomic bomb,” stoking energy and shipping risks for Japan

May 9, 2026 137

Trump suggests Putin may be aiding Iran, says U.S. doesn’t need Ukraine’s drone help

March 14, 2026 230

Tehran Denies Injury to Iran’s New Supreme Leader as Conflicting Reports Emerge; Japan Monitors Energy and Shipping Risks

March 11, 2026 168

Iran’s President Vows Defiance, Apologizes to Neighbors for Strikes; Japan Eyes Energy and Shipping Risks

March 7, 2026 255

Middle East Regime Change Remains a Graveyard for U.S. Policy—Trump’s Rhetoric Returns, and Why Japan Cares

March 3, 2026 217

Satellite Images Flag Damage at Iran’s Natanz Facility; IAEA Notes No Evidence—What’s at Stake for Japan

March 3, 2026 266

Rubio Briefs ‘Gang of Eight’ on U.S.-Israel Operation Against Iran, Citing ‘Imminent Threat’ and Legal Compliance

March 3, 2026 262

Reports Claim Iran’s Khamenei Killed as Strikes Continue; Japan Eyes Energy and Shipping Risks

March 1, 2026 220

U.S.–Iran Tensions Surge as Warships Mass; Japan Braces for Energy and Security Ripples Ahead of Pivotal 26th Talks

February 25, 2026 213