OSAC Analysis

Ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, Iran’s retaliatory strikes, and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted the oil and gas industry across Asia. Liquified natural gas (LNG) is one of the most promine...

Pakistan declared “open war” on Afghanistan following an exchange of attacks across their shared border. This report details the events leading up to Pakistan conducting strikes into Afghanistan, the ensuing geopolitica...

This OSAC report provides an overview of the kinetic impacts of the current Middle East conflict on Cyprus, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye.

This OSAC report provides a general overview of the diplomatic and security impacts of the current Middle East conflict on the nations of Europe.

Check out OSAC Major Events' most recent reports on the five Mexico & Canada host cities for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

OSAC has produced five city guides for each of the host cities in Mexico and Canada in the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The information below should be read in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Travel...

OSAC has produced five city guides for each of the host cities in Mexico and Canada in the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The information below should be read in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Travel...

OSAC has produced five city guides for each of the host cities in Mexico and Canada in the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The information below should be read in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Travel...

OSAC has produced five city guides for each of the host cities in Mexico and Canada in the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The information below should be read in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Travel...

OSAC has produced five city guides for each of the host cities in Mexico and Canada in the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The information below should be read in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Travel...

If you have an employee traveling to a high risk location, consider the attached resource to better prepare for the worst-case scenario of being wrongfully detained, taken hostage, or kidnapped. Items are outlined in gre...

The OSAC Program Office conducted a targeted benchmarking survey of over 100 U.S. organizations operating in the Middle East on how they have adjusted their security posture and operations in response to ongoing military...

These situation reports are being released on an ad hoc basis to provide an overview of the ongoing military operations in the Middle East. The situation remains highly fluid.

On March 9 at 1200 ET, OSAC members joined a Snap call featuring Regional Security Officers (RSOs), a Consular Chief, and a Regional Analyst. This was the second OSAC Snap call related to recent events in the Middle East...

This situation report is being released on an ad hoc basis to provide an overview of the ongoing military operations in the Middle East. The situation remains highly fluid.

This report provides a daily summary of the civil aviation status of the Middle East region. The situation remains fluid and OSAC members should stay up to date by enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP...

On March 2, at 1200 ET OSAC members joined a snap call featuring Regional Security Officers (RSOs) from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Qatar. The call addressed Iran’s missile and drone attacks acros...

On January 31, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) conducted several coordinated attacks across southern Baluchistan province, killing 30 civilians. Pakistan military forces, utilizing small arms and aviation, engaged...

On February 25, 2026, OSAC members joined a snap call featuring Regional Security Officers (RSOs) from the Embassy and Consulates of Mexico regarding the aftermath of the Government of Mexico’s law enforcement action aga...

Covers relevant safety, security, and logistical considerations for the U.S. private sector operating in Italy at the Winter Games. To receive reports directly via email, sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/g/5WBXWxpM...