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One of These Trump Threats Is Not Like the Others

fromIndependent

World politics

Inside Iran's threat to make invading US ground troops wade into 'a sea of blood'

The three clocks of the Iran war

Trump's rapid diplomacy failed, leading to a prolonged conflict with Iran and severe domestic political consequences.

One of These Trump Threats Is Not Like the Others

Trump's threats against Iran may violate international law and have lasting implications for warfare rules.

fromIndependent

Inside Iran's threat to make invading US ground troops wade into 'a sea of blood'

Trump's potential order to seize Iran's uranium poses a significant challenge to US military forces.

World politics

Iran Had a Doomsday Weapon All Along

France politics

Iran: Attacks on ships reported as Strait of Hormuz recloses

fromTruthout

Left-wing politics

This Isn't Just Trump's War on Iran. Both Parties Paved the Way for Disaster.

World news

Iran war: Trump says Tehran cannot 'blackmail us'

fromBusiness Insider

This is what Iran's drones and missiles look like up close

Iran conducted over 400 attacks on the Erbil region in northern Iraq using various weapons during its conflict with the US and Israel.

Why the Iran war did not go according to US plans

Washington miscalculated Iran's strategy, leading to a prolonged conflict with significant military, economic, and political costs.

Iran Had a Doomsday Weapon All Along

Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz demonstrate its capability to disrupt global oil trade despite a weakened navy.

Iran: Attacks on ships reported as Strait of Hormuz recloses

Iran has accused the US of violating the ceasefire by blockading its ports, while tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz.

Left-wing politics

fromTruthout

This Isn't Just Trump's War on Iran. Both Parties Paved the Way for Disaster.

Democratic leaders have historically contributed to the groundwork for Trump's war on Iran through alarmist rhetoric and military threats.

Iran war: Trump says Tehran cannot 'blackmail us'

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, accusing the US of violating ceasefire agreements and maintaining maximalist demands.

fromBusiness Insider

World news

This is what Iran's drones and missiles look like up close

Why the Iran war did not go according to US plans

Washington miscalculated Iran's strategy, leading to a prolonged conflict with significant military, economic, and political costs.

History

Battle for Hormuz

22 hours ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 50 of the US-Iran conflict?

Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz with conditions and threatens closure if the US blockade continues.

The Battle of the Blockades

The U.S. and Iran are engaged in a strategic standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, testing each other's endurance amid economic and military pressures.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iranian foreign minister announces 'Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels during the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, easing regional tensions.

Iran foreign minister says Strait of Hormuz completely open'

Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial vessels during the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

fromwww.theguardian.com

What mines has Iran laid in the strait of Hormuz and how can the US remove them?

Donald Trump plans anti-mine operations in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen the waterway closed by Iran's mining activities.

fromFlowingData

History

Battle for Hormuz

22 hours ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 50 of the US-Iran conflict?

Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz with conditions and threatens closure if the US blockade continues.

The Battle of the Blockades

The U.S. and Iran are engaged in a strategic standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, testing each other's endurance amid economic and military pressures.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iranian foreign minister announces 'Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels during the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, easing regional tensions.

Iran foreign minister says Strait of Hormuz completely open'

Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial vessels during the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

fromwww.theguardian.com

What mines has Iran laid in the strait of Hormuz and how can the US remove them?

Donald Trump plans anti-mine operations in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen the waterway closed by Iran's mining activities.

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Business

Iran war's big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy

The global economic outlook for 2026 is bleak due to the Iran war, but some industries are thriving amid uncertainty.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

4 days ago

Chris Mason: Iran war means government's vicious circles tighten and darken

Increased defense spending faces challenges due to a struggling economy and public dissatisfaction.

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fromwww.npr.org

US news

U.S. military to block ships from Iran's ports after peace talks fail

US sending 10,000 more troops to Middle East despite Iran ceasefire

The US is deploying over 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East to increase pressure on Iran.

'NO PORT in the region will be safe': Iran responds to Trump blockade with Gulf-wide threat | Fortune

The U.S. military plans to blockade Iranian ports, escalating tensions and threatening oil prices amid stalled ceasefire talks.

fromThe Walrus

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

U.S. military to block ships from Iran's ports after peace talks fail

US sending 10,000 more troops to Middle East despite Iran ceasefire

The US is deploying over 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East to increase pressure on Iran.

'NO PORT in the region will be safe': Iran responds to Trump blockade with Gulf-wide threat | Fortune

The U.S. military plans to blockade Iranian ports, escalating tensions and threatening oil prices amid stalled ceasefire talks.

fromThe Walrus

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.

more#us-military

The Iran war has exposed the limits of neutrality

The US-Israeli war on Iran reveals the failure of containment and the necessity for decisive action in international relations.

#lebanon

Iran war: What is happening on day 49 of the US-Iran conflict?

A 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon opens talks for a longer-term Israel-Lebanon deal amid regional tensions.

fromIntelligencer

The Iran War Is Not Over

Israeli bombardment in Lebanon intensified despite a declared cease-fire, resulting in significant civilian casualties and destruction.

Iran war: What is happening on day 49 of the US-Iran conflict?

A 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon opens talks for a longer-term Israel-Lebanon deal amid regional tensions.

fromIntelligencer

The Iran War Is Not Over

Israeli bombardment in Lebanon intensified despite a declared cease-fire, resulting in significant civilian casualties and destruction.

World news

Iran war: Tehran says 'progress' made in talks with US

9 hours ago

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The U.S. is ready to seize Iran-linked ships with boarding parties, report says, while Marines practice maritime raids | Fortune

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Iran war: What does Tehran expect from fresh talks with US?

18 hours ago

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Hormuz: Spin in the Strait

World news

Iran war: What is happening on day 48 of the US-Iran conflict?

World news

Iran war: US ready to attack if no Iran deal reached

2 hours ago

Iran war: Tehran says 'progress' made in talks with US

Progress in US-Iran talks exists, but significant gaps and fundamental issues remain unresolved.

9 hours ago

The U.S. is ready to seize Iran-linked ships with boarding parties, report says, while Marines practice maritime raids | Fortune

The fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran deteriorated, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and impacting global shipping and energy markets.

Iran war: What does Tehran expect from fresh talks with US?

A potential deal between the US and Iran is being negotiated, focusing on nuclear disarmament and regional stability.

18 hours ago

Hormuz: Spin in the Strait

A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran exists, but the information war continues, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran war: What is happening on day 48 of the US-Iran conflict?

US-Iran negotiations are advancing with Pakistan mediating, amid rising tensions and potential breakthroughs on nuclear issues.

Iran war: US ready to attack if no Iran deal reached

US forces are prepared to resume combat if Iran does not accept a deal.

more#us-iran-relations

fromThe Washington Post

20 hours ago

Stocks are soaring. But the Iran war's economic damage is far from over.

Energy supply disruptions and concerns persist despite market optimism and falling oil prices.

What role is China playing in the Iran war and how is it affected?

China is balancing its alliance with Iran while addressing its global interests, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran vows to close Strait of Hormuz if US blockade continues

The Treasury Department posted the license on its website late Friday, allowing countries to purchase Russian oil loaded on vessels from Friday through May 16.

World news

4 days ago

How Should the U.S. Military Fight?

General McChrystal's directive for restraint in Afghanistan aimed to win local support and avoid civilian casualties, despite pushback from frontline troops.

6 days ago

Lessons from the Iran war

Modern warfare is evolving, with recent US-Iran negotiations highlighting the complexities of military operations in larger, more challenging terrains.

Three Changes Wrought by the Iran War

The fragile cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran signals significant changes in the Middle East, affecting economies, security, and military strategies.

fromThe New Yorker

4 days ago

How Much Has the War in Iran Depleted the U.S. Missile Supply?

U.S. defense strategy should prioritize countering China over involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts.

fromThe Cipher Brief

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.

fromIntelligencer

All of the Iran Attack Plans Are Bad. This One Is the Worst.

President Trump signals the Iran war is ongoing, with unclear objectives and increasing military presence in the Middle East.

fromwww.theguardian.com

18 hours ago

Traders placed over $1bn in perfectly timed bets on the Iran war. What is going on?

Significant bets on geopolitical events have raised concerns about insider trading and regulatory enforcement in online betting markets.

Peace talks are back on while the U.S. plays cat-and-mouse with rogue ships in the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

Global markets rose on peace talks in the Middle East, while oil prices remained stable at $95 per barrel.

Down But Not Out: Iran's Axis of Resistance

The Axis of Resistance has fractured into disparate groups pursuing individual interests rather than unified Iranian regional strategy, though these groups remain a persistent threat to US interests.

fromThe New Yorker

World politics

Why Iran's Allies Have Yet to Join the War Effort

fromThe Cipher Brief

Down But Not Out: Iran's Axis of Resistance

The Axis of Resistance has fractured into disparate groups pursuing individual interests rather than unified Iranian regional strategy, though these groups remain a persistent threat to US interests.

fromThe New Yorker

World politics

Why Iran's Allies Have Yet to Join the War Effort

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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Pakistan army chief in Tehran to advance next round of US-Iran talks

Pakistani mediators are optimistic about facilitating a breakthrough in US-Iran nuclear negotiations amid a fragile truce and escalating tensions.

Trump claims Iranian navy is 'obliterated' grip near Hormuz is tightened - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

President Trump stated that Iran's naval forces were 'lying at the bottom of the sea' and warned that any ships approaching the blockade would be 'immediately ELIMINATED.' He compared the blockade enforcement to US counter-narcotics operations at sea.

World news

The Fourth Successor': Iran's plan for a long war with the US and Israel

Iran developed a decentralized military doctrine designed to sustain operations despite losing leadership, facilities, and communications through distributed regional command structures.

fromemptywheel

Blind Spots in the Iran War - emptywheel

Delays in satellite imagery release hinder understanding of the Iran war and its implications for U.S. and allies.

fromThe Cipher Brief

Why the 'Day After' Is The Most Important Day in the Iranian Conflict

Regime change in Iraq and Libya failed politically due to lack of grassroots support, while Iran's regime is deeply rooted in ideology and identity.

Loyalty campaign': Iraqi armed groups in Iran as US talks of ground war

Iraqi pro-Iran fighters delivered humanitarian aid to Iran amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel.

How Iran fights an imposed war

Iran's strategy prioritizes raising costs of regime overthrow rather than achieving battlefield victory, reflecting a historical pattern of avoiding direct military confrontation despite military rhetoric.

How Iran Could Retaliate Around the World

Iran and its proxies pose escalating threats of terrorist attacks in Western countries as the U.S.-Israel conflict intensifies, aiming to pressure governments into ending the war.

fromenglish.elpais.com

The network of Shiite militias that Iran can activate against the US and Israel

The U.S. and Israel launched major combat operations against Iran, risking regional war through escalating attacks and reprisals, with Tehran considering strikes on U.S. bases, Israel, Gulf allies, or Strait of Hormuz disruption.