COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL REPORT: USA–Israel–Iran War: Period: March 13 (0:00) – March 16, 2026 (9:00 AM CET) | Day 14–17 of the War
| | |

COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL REPORT: USA–Israel–Iran War: Period: March 13 (0:00) – March 16, 2026 (9:00 AM CET) | Day 14–17 of the War

ByBartosz Lewicki

TL;DR — Key Events (72h) Tactical Escalation: The US and Israel have announced the “functional defeat” of Iran’s ballistic missile production capabilities. 80% of Iranian air defenses have been destroyed. Battle of Kharg: Over 90 precision strikes by CENTCOM on Kharg Island, eliminating Iran’s naval mine stockpiles. Hormuz Blockade: Traffic has dropped by 98.5%. As…

Middle East Tensions, Rising Fuel Costs, and Strikes Disrupt Transport and Logistics in Europe
|

Middle East Tensions, Rising Fuel Costs, and Strikes Disrupt Transport and Logistics in Europe

ByBartosz Lewicki

In the Hormuz Strait, a series of attacks occurred[1] on commercial vessels, which prompted many shipowners to effectively close this route[2] and reroute ocean services around the Cape of Good Hope. Marine insurers withdrew war coverage for the Persian Gulf[3], while part of the transit through the strait and cargo flights from the main airports…

Geopolitical Report: Gulf War – Day 14 (March 13, 2026)
| | |

Geopolitical Report: Gulf War – Day 14 (March 13, 2026)

ByBartosz Lewicki

⚡ TL;DR: Key Changes Over the Last 24h Air Escalation: US and Israeli air operations have exceeded the two-week mark; strikes are now concentrating on logistics and fuel infrastructure. Incident in Iraq: Unconfirmed reports of damage to a US tanker aircraft; rescue operation is underway. Hormuz Crisis: The Strait is de facto a war zone….

Persian Gulf War: March 12th, Operational Progress Report
| | |

Persian Gulf War: March 12th, Operational Progress Report

ByBartosz Lewicki

TL;DR (Key Changes in the Last 24h) Maritime Dimension: Total closure of oil terminals in Iraq and Oman (Mina al-Fahal) following tanker attacks; the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is paralyzing transport. Military: First Israeli drone strikes on Basij checkpoints in Tehran; deployment of American B-1B Lancer bombers to the UK signals an upcoming…

GEOPOLITICAL REPORT: REGIONAL ESCALATION AND SUPPLY CHECK. GULF WAR – DAY 12
| | |

GEOPOLITICAL REPORT: REGIONAL ESCALATION AND SUPPLY CHECK. GULF WAR – DAY 12

ByBartosz Lewicki

TL;DR SECTION (Key Developments – Last 24h) Military: Iran launched its most “intense” missile and drone operation to date against Israel and US regional bases. the US (CENTCOM) confirmed the destruction of 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. Humanitarian: Iran claims over 1,300 civilian deaths and the destruction of 10,000 civilian sites…

Higher Social Security Contributions, Data Breaches, and Inflation Forecasts: What Will Change in Consumers’ Wallets
|

Higher Social Security Contributions, Data Breaches, and Inflation Forecasts: What Will Change in Consumers’ Wallets

ByBartosz Lewicki

Starting March 4, 2026, tax services publish detailed Social Security contribution calculations for February[2], payable by March 20, revealing the full impact of rate increases for businesses under progressive tax, flat tax, and lump-sum taxation. The so-called “large Social Security” contribution, meaning full social contributions excluding health insurance, amounting to PLN 1,926.76 monthly[5], is complemented…

USA–Israel–Iran War: Summary March 9–10, 2026
| | |

USA–Israel–Iran War: Summary March 9–10, 2026

ByBartosz Lewicki

TL;DR (Key Information) Heavy Missile Escalation: The IRGC attacked the US Harir base in Iraq with five ballistic missiles carrying warheads over 1,000 kg, signaling a transition to the use of Iran’s heaviest arsenal. Trump’s Diplomatic Chaos: The US President declared the war “almost over,” only to retract those words shortly after, threatening Iran with…

Global Signals for Real Estate: Stable Eurozone Rates, US CRE Pressure, Growing Role of Energy
|

Global Signals for Real Estate: Stable Eurozone Rates, US CRE Pressure, Growing Role of Energy

ByBartosz Lewicki

In February and early March 2026, The European Central Bank kept the main refinancing operations rate[1] at 2.15%, the deposit rate at 2.0%, and the marginal lending rate at 2.4%. The composite cost of new debt for home purchases in the eurozone was 3.35% in January, while mortgage loans with a variable rate dropped to…

Report: Escalation of the Iran–Israel–USA Conflict (March 6–9, 2026)
| | |

Report: Escalation of the Iran–Israel–USA Conflict (March 6–9, 2026)

ByBartosz Lewicki

TL;DR (Key Information) Oil Escalation: The war has hit energy infrastructure — Israel attacked refineries in Tehran, Iran responded with a strike on the refinery in Haifa using cluster munitions. Market Shock: The price of Brent crude broke through 100 USD/bbl (reaching 116 USD on Monday morning), the highest level since 2022. Succession in Iran:…

Shipping Disruptions, Kuehne+Nagel Cuts, and Record Air Demand Reshape Global Transport
|

Shipping Disruptions, Kuehne+Nagel Cuts, and Record Air Demand Reshape Global Transport

ByBartosz Lewicki

Tensions around the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz continue to severely disrupt[1] shipping between Asia and Europe. According to analyses by BRF Logistics, carriers still avoid the Suez Canal, extending Asia-Europe voyages by about 10–14 days and limiting the effective supply of container slots. The quarterly report “Logistics Report March 2026” indicates that…