"Frankincense, a coveted resin extracted from the Boswellia tree, has long been a prized commodity in the Middle East, playing a significant role in shaping ancient trade routes and civilizations. However, the ongoing conflict in Iran is now threatening the global supply of this valuable resource, with many frankincense-producing countries in the region caught in the crossfire. As the global demand for frankincense continues to rise, particularly in the aromatherapy and traditional medicine industries, the disruption to its supply chain is having far-reaching consequences. With historians and traders alike warning of a potential frankincense shortage, the impact of the Iran war is being felt beyond the realm of energy and politics, into the ancient world of Middle Eastern commerce."
It's not just energy supplies that have been disrupted by the Iran war. It's also hitting frankincense, a commodity that's been defining trade routes in the Middle East for thousands of years.
