Energy and Empire: The Hidden Pattern Behind the Latest Escalation The recent escalation of tensions between the US, Iran, and its allies has sent shockwaves through the global energy market, prompting a military buildup in the Middle East.
This development is part of a larger pattern of great powers seeking to secure access to vital resources as a means of maintaining their dominance on the world stage.
Throughout history, empires have vied for control of Africa's rich mineral deposits and oil reserves, as well as the Middle East's vast energy supplies.