Iran
How risky would a US assault on Iran’s Kharg Island be — and why might Trump consider it
Features/Interviews
March 29, 2026
How risky would a US assault on Iran’s Kharg Island be — and why might Trump consider it
Even as US President Donald Trump has declared the “war has been won” with Iran, amphibious warships, landing craft and…
Iran’s president thanks Pakistan’s PM as talks continue
Middle East
March 28, 2026
Iran’s president thanks Pakistan’s PM as talks continue
Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian has thanked Pakistan for its efforts to stop the war as the country continues to act…
Iran’s efforts to mount attacks against US extend far beyond its military. Here’s what to know
Features/Interviews
March 28, 2026
Iran’s efforts to mount attacks against US extend far beyond its military. Here’s what to know
As the US sends large numbers of troops to the Middle East, preparing for a possible ground incursion, Iran’s willingness…
Iran threatens to target 6 steel plants in Israel and other countries in the region
Middle East
March 28, 2026
Iran threatens to target 6 steel plants in Israel and other countries in the region
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Friday that it will target six steel plants in Israel and five…
Ignore the bombast – the Iran war is only likely to end one way
Features/Interviews
March 28, 2026
Ignore the bombast – the Iran war is only likely to end one way
Beirut — Strip away the bombast and superlatives. Let the apocalyptic, threat-laden deadlines slide. The dynamics of President Donald Trump’s war…
Trump’s Gulf allies push to have their concerns addressed before Iran war ends
Features/Interviews
March 26, 2026
Trump’s Gulf allies push to have their concerns addressed before Iran war ends
Before the Iran war, US President Donald Trump’s Gulf Arab allies lobbied hard against strikes, fearing the attacks Tehran is…
Trump warns Iran to “get serious soon” amid negotiations
Middle East
March 26, 2026
Trump warns Iran to “get serious soon” amid negotiations
President Donald Trump voiced frustration today with Iran’s approach to negotiations, warning that time is running out for a deal.…
Asia embraces energy austerity as dire fuel shortages force Philippines to declare national emergency
World
March 26, 2026
Asia embraces energy austerity as dire fuel shortages force Philippines to declare national emergency
As the war with Iran drags on, energy-starved nations in Asia –– including close US allies –– are resorting to…
Obstacles to ending war come into focus as US and Iran outline starkly different demands
Middle East
March 26, 2026
Obstacles to ending war come into focus as US and Iran outline starkly different demands
Almost exactly one month ago, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met indirectly with the Iranians in Geneva…
If Trump’s diplomacy fails, the Iran war could get much worse
Features/Interviews
March 26, 2026
If Trump’s diplomacy fails, the Iran war could get much worse
Iran doesn’t seem to be susceptible to the art of the deal. President Donald Trump is desperate to sell the…