In this Global Energy Outlook Forum 2026 keynoteinterview, Fuad Siniora argues the US national security strategy marks ashift toward spheres of influence, with reduced Middle East engagement and afocus on energy dominance. He says Iran faces isolation, militarised non-stateactors are unsustainable, and lasting regional stability requires a renewed,peaceful Arab-led initiative to resolve the Palestinian issue.

THE GLOBAL ENERGY OUTLOOK FORUM 2026 - MIDDLE EAST PANEL 3

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