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US-Israeli Strikes Shift Geopolitical Risks for Emerging Markets

4/6/2026

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The US-Israeli strikes on Iran illustrate how a U.S.-led order shifts geopolitical risks to emerging markets.
Developing nations are increasingly seeking defense autonomy and economic resilience, exemplified in the Middle East.
In 2023, Saudi Arabia and Iran achieved a historic rapprochement, reducing Yemen civilian casualties by 33% and armed attacks by 80%.
Gulf allies pursue geoeconomic insulation as a response to instability in the region.

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Story summary

The US-Israeli strikes on Iran illustrate how a U.S.-led order shifts geopolitical risks to emerging markets.
Developing nations are increasingly seeking defense autonomy and economic resilience, exemplified in the Middle East.
In 2023, Saudi Arabia and Iran achieved a historic rapprochement, reducing Yemen civilian casualties by 33% and armed attacks by 80%.
Gulf allies pursue geoeconomic insulation as a response to instability in the region.