Allies shift closer to US as Iran War reshapes international relationships

7 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 29

The Persian Gulf conflict is causing varying effects among US allies, with Europe facing a transatlantic crisis while East Asia and Australia experience subtler impacts.
Economic fallout and strategic uncertainty are prompting some allies to strengthen ties with the US, even as others question their alliances.
The war’s consequences differ by region, with the Middle East seeing some positive outcomes, while global partners reassess their positions amid ongoing instability.

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