Mothercare, a British company that sells baby and maternity products, has warned that its future is "highly uncertain" after its main partner in the Middle East decided to close most of its stores in the region next year. The company described the situation as a "heavy blow" and is now reviewing its business model and costs in an effort to protect the value of the company for its shareholders and other stakeholders. The Middle Eastern partner is reviewing its stores due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, which has significantly reduced the number of orders Mothercare expects to receive in the next couple of years. This has led to a noticeable drop in revenue, profits, and cash flow. Mothercare said it currently has enough resources to operate for only a few more months and is now working to regain its strength and value for those who have an interest in the company. This is not the first time Mothercare has expressed concerns about its future. Earlier this year, the company warned that its future could be in "material uncertainty" if business conditions worsened, following a sales decline of more than 40% for the year ending March 28. This decline was largely due to uncertainty in the Middle East, the ongoing Iran war, and the end of a supply agreement with Boots, a major UK pharmacy chain. Clive Whiley, the chairman of Mothercare, acknowledged that the company's recent financial performance had been strong, but he emphasized that the store closures in the Middle East are a major challenge. The company is now focusing on finding ways to adapt and ensure its long-term survival.