Our Scans · (SFS.3.02) International Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] After eight decades of international leadership, the United States has adopted an avowedly nationalist and transactional approach to its foreign, economic, and national security policies, and is pursuing a strategy of dominance via disruption and even imperialism. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• The Red Sea and the Suez Canal will continue to be indispensable routes for global trade, necessitating sustained international cooperation to ensure their security and stability. Grc
• Geothermal power is a domestic source of energy, which provides benefits related to energy security and may offer opportunities for boosting international competitiveness as US geothermal companies pursue projects in areas of the world like Eastern Europe, Japan, Kenya, and Taiwan. Resources for the Future
• The United Nations has declared 2026 to be the international year of rangelands and pastoralists, recognizing their significance to international efforts to combat the triple threats of climate change, biodiversity loss, and food security. Yahoo Finance
• The shift to net zero is expected to enhance energy security, protecting consumers from international price hikes, and has already created 1.1 million jobs in the UK's green economy. Electricity Info
• Energy security, once viewed primarily as an international question concerning access to commodities like oil, coal and gas, will become a national governance issue focused on providing continuous service IRENA Geopolitics of the energy transition: Energy security. Green Technology Book: Energy Solutions for Climate Cha
• The Strait of Hormuz is a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments, and Iran's control over it could have far-reaching implications for regional security and international trade. Crypto Briefing
• The International Energy Agency has highlighted the potential of green hydrogen in reducing dependency on imported fuels, and countries can achieve energy security through the diversification of energy resources. Custom Market Insights
• International developments confirm that global geopolitical and economic antagonisms continue to directly threat to world peace and security, including the danger of nuclear catastrophe. WFTU - World Federation Of Trade Unions
• As the technological landscape rapidly evolves, governments and international regulatory bodies are scrambling to establish frameworks capable of mitigating Deepfake Security Risks in 2026. Shelby Global
• The sheer volume of synthetic content creates a shadow economy of election interference, making Deepfake Security Risks in 2026 a primary concern for international election watchdogs. Shelby Global
• The continuation of the conflict in the Middle East will only bring more suffering to the local people, have a devastating impact on the regional economy, and further undermine international and regional security and stability. The Washington Institute

Last updated: 18 June 2026