Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this week’s Israel Insider, Ashley Perry explains why the war with Iran has entered a new phase: energy.
As Iran moves to restrict passage through the Strait of Hormuz, Ashley examines how Tehran is using global oil markets as leverage after setbacks on the battlefield, and why the U.S. and Israel have responded by targeting key elements of Iran’s gas and oil infrastructure.
He also analyzes the strategic importance of South Pars, the debate over Kharg Island, and why Washington now faces pressure to reopen one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
The episode also covers Israel’s continued strikes against senior Iranian regime figures, growing signs of internal strain within the Basij and Revolutionary Guards, Hezbollah’s expanding attacks from Lebanon, and the wider regional consequences of a conflict that is drawing Gulf states closer to Israel rather than farther away.
Ashley concludes by assessing how the war is reshaping regional alliances, energy security, and the next stage of pressure on Tehran.
In this week’s Israel Insider, Ashley Perry explains why the war with Iran has entered a new phase: energy.
As Iran moves to restrict passage through the Strait of Hormuz, Ashley examines how Tehran is using global oil markets as leverage after setbacks on the battlefield, and why the U.S. and Israel have responded by targeting key elements of Iran’s gas and oil infrastructure.
He also analyzes the strategic importance of South Pars, the debate over Kharg Island, and why Washington now faces pressure to reopen one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
The episode also covers Israel’s continued strikes against senior Iranian regime figures, growing signs of internal strain within the Basij and Revolutionary Guards, Hezbollah’s expanding attacks from Lebanon, and the wider regional consequences of a conflict that is drawing Gulf states closer to Israel rather than farther away.
Ashley concludes by assessing how the war is reshaping regional alliances, energy security, and the next stage of pressure on Tehran.
