Every two weeks

The fortnightly brief

One argument about the fortnight, by Faris McDowall-Rose. Written in his register by CrisisBrief’s model from the two weeks of published holdings behind it; how that works.

11 September 2026

Hormuz Is Not Closed Yet It Is Already a Weapon

The US-Iran exchange is weaponising uncertainty around Hormuz, restricting commerce and raising escalation risks without requiring either side to impose a formal blockade.