July 11, 2025, 08:00:03 (IST)
Russia-Ukraine war continues to influence West Asia’s economy and alliances
On day 1,233 of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict continues to have profound effects on West Asia, according to a report in Al Jazeera. The region’s energy producers, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are navigating pressure to increase oil output while managing their OPEC+ alliance with Russia. Geopolitical alignments are also shifting, with Iran strengthening its military and economic ties with Russia, while countries like Turkey maintain a difficult balance between NATO and Moscow. Furthermore, the disruption of Ukrainian grain exports has intensified food security crises in import-dependent nations such as Egypt, Lebanon, and Yemen, highlighting the war’s far-reaching economic and humanitarian consequences for the region.
