https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pipelines-and-ports-iran-war-spurs-gulf-infrastructure-investmentContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pipelines-and-ports-iran-war-spurs-gulf-infrastructure-investmenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pipelines-and-ports-iran-war-spurs-gulf-infrastructure-investment#u53251Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:50:49 +0000The US-Israeli war with Iran has led Gulf countries to invest in new pipelines and ports to secure their oil exports and reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic shift aims to mitigate risks associated with the chokepoint, which handles nearly 20% of the world's oil trade. The Gulf states are exploring alternative routes to export their 'black gold'.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz has long been a critical passage for oil exports from the Gulf region. Heightened tensions and attacks in the area have prompted oil producers to reassess their transportation strateg