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Major humiliation for Donald Trump as ships ignore his Hormuz blockade bluff and sail right through

Donald Trump’s high-stakes gamble to squeeze Iran by blockading the Strait of Hormuz just got a reality check. Within hours of the U.S. Navy’s supposed ironclad blockade taking effect, multiple ships — including some linked to Iran and even a Chinese tanker — sailed right through the waterway like it…

The Mary Sue

Donald Trump called allies ‘cowards’ for not joining Iran war. Now they’re fixing it themselves and didn’t even invite him

Finally, someone’s dealing with this like adults.

We Got This Covered

Iranian regime likely to remain in power despite two weeks of attacks, US intelligence suggests

At least 2,000 people have killed as the war enters a third week

The Independent UK

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‘America’s mortal enemy’: Pete Hegseth expressed extreme antipathy toward Iran for years

Comments in books, speeches and videos shed new light on defense secretary’s personal commitment to war on Iran

The Guardian - US

Trump’s plan in Iran is not ‘regime change’ but ‘endless war,’ senior Democrat says after intelligence briefing

'Incoherent' aims and 'unforgiveable' lack of foresight mean Trump administration has 'no plans' on how to re-open Strait of Hormuz or exit war

The Independent UK

Trump won’t rule out boots on the ground in Iran. Middle East experts say he’s ‘grasping at straws’

‘Regime implosion’ risks drawn-out campaign to exhaust US and Israel, experts say

The Independent UK

Trump sends steep list of U.S. demands and preps for further strikes as Iran claims ‘significant progress’ in nuclear talks

In Congress, Democrats increasingly fall in line behind War Powers resolution but holdouts give the White House support

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Can Iran reinvent itself? A fragile charm offensive meets mounting internal strain

In the wake of US strikes Tehran is exploring a softer diplomacy – even as its leaders fear further conflict and crackdowns intensify at home

The Guardian - UK

How triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis

Europe’s move to re-impose UN sanctions against Iran will make nuclear diplomacy more difficult, experts say.

Al Jazeera

Are European powers pushing Iran into a corner with UN sanctions threat?

France, the United Kingdom and Germany are demanding Iran make tough concessions to avoid coming under more sanctions.

Al Jazeera

Could Israel be planning a second war on Iran?

Analysts warn Israel seeks pretexts for new conflicts with Iran amid speculation over covert operations.

Al Jazeera

After backing Israel, Iran’s self-styled crown prince loses support

Critics argue Reza Pahlavi’s monarchical ambitions and ties to Israel undermine his claims of advocating for democracy.

Al Jazeera

Trump is seeking a quick US exit from Israel-Iran conflict. Will it work?

After bombing Iran, the US president announced a ceasefire. But it remains unclear whether his strategy will avert war.

Al Jazeera

How far will US strikes set back Iran’s nuclear programme?

Donald Trump claims Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities ‘totally obliterated’ after US bombs three nuclear sites.

Al Jazeera

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International Business Times

Bombing Iran, Trump Gambles On Force Over Diplomacy

For nearly a half-century the United States has squabbled with Iran's Islamic republic but the conflict has largely been left in the shadows, with US policymakers believing, often reluctantly, that diplomacy was preferable.

Al Jazeera

‘Drop Israel’: How military escalation with Iran divides Trump’s base

Key right-wing figures, including some Trump allies, question the Israeli strikes and warn against a US war with Iran.

Al Jazeera

‘Tearing down’: What drives Trump’s foreign policy?

Motivated by grievances against allies and foes, US president is ‘tearing down’ the modern global order, analysts say.

Reason

Are Democrats Regretting Trying To Out-Hawk Trump?

Rep. Adam Smith (D–Wash.) thinks Democrats should return to their antiwar roots—and be open to negotiating with Russia.

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The Independent UK

Biden tries to clean up a broken Middle East ahead of Trump’s arrival

U.S. leaders hope Gaza conflict has ceased spreading around the region as ‘permanent’ peace deal reached in Lebanon

Al Jazeera

Timeline: The key moments that led to Iran’s missile attacks on Israel

Over the past year, escalations have raised concerns over an expanding war in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

For Iran and Hezbollah, calibrating response to Israeli strikes leaves no room for error

Two back-to-back strikes in Beirut and Tehran targeted high-ranking figures in Hezbollah and Hamas and have been attributed to Israel

Al Jazeera

Haniyeh killing in Iran risks dragging US into war it says it doesn’t want

US publicly states its goals are ceasefire in Gaza and regional de-escalation, but its ally Israel makes that hard.

Fortune

Oil price surges after assassination of Hamas leader on Iranian soil sparks fears Gaza conflict will engulf Middle East

‘It may get Netanyahu the war he’s been looking for,’ warns foreign policy expert Trita Parsi.

Reason

Martin Indyk Got Us Knee-Deep Into the Middle East—and Then Tried To Get Us Out

The late U.S. diplomat helped form America’s policies towards Iran, Iraq, and Israel. By the end of his life, he'd had enough.

WEKU

What we know so far about Israel's strike on Iran — and what could happen next

Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.

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