Le Monde | Soaring ammunition cost turns Iran conflict into 'war of stockpiles'

Cargo ships anchored at sea, standing by for port clearance in Oman. Source: iStock

Louis Borer, Senior Analyst at Risk Intelligence, gave a second interviewed to Elise Vincent to provide insights on maritime security developments in the Strait of Hormuz for an article published by Le Monde.

24 March 2026

The original article was published on 21 March 2026 on Le Monde’s website.

In the interview, Louis Borer shared his expertise on the economic and munitions stockpile conflict between Iran, Israel and the US, drawing on data collected and cross-referenced by RiskIntelligence

He also addressed about the tactics used by Iran to overwhelm enemy defence systems. His insights reflect broader trends in maritime security, where non-conventional approaches are increasingly shaping operational environments in high-risk areas.

The resulting article offers readers a broader perspective on current maritime security challenges and their implications for global trade. For further details on Louis Borer’s insights, the full article can be accessed on Le Monde’s website.

Read the article in French (behind paywall)

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Le Monde | Strait of Hormuz becomes site of asymmetric naval war with uncertain outcome