The U.S. has launched a new wave of military strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a sharp escalation in a long-running crisis. We examine the state of Iran's nuclear capabilities, the impact of previous attacks, and the diplomatic deadlock that led to this point.
As the conflict with Iran enters its seventh week, the U.S. Navy has been tasked with a high-stakes maritime campaign to blockade Iranian ports and clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz—a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies. Analysts warn the operations carry significant risks and complexities.
As U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, military strategists debate three fraught paths forward: seizing Iran's critical oil hub at Kharg Island, launching targeted operations against nuclear sites, or embarking on a high-risk ground invasion. Each option carries profound implications for global energy markets and regional stability.
In a tense "Face the Nation" interview, Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) staunchly defended the administration's handling of the Iran conflict and its nuclear ambitions, while host Margaret Brennan pressed him on shifting strategies and a lack of clear communication fueling public discontent.
President Trump's decision to pause military action against Iran followed urgent warnings from Gulf Arab allies about catastrophic regional retaliation and a growing consensus that Washington had misjudged Tehran's willingness to escalate, according to regional sources and analysts.
Exclusive Reuters reporting reveals U.S. intelligence assessments concluding Iran is unlikely to relinquish its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, viewing control of the vital oil passage as its primary strategic asset against Washington, even as rising energy prices threaten global economic stability.
Following a fatal U.S. aircraft crash in Iraq, Defense Secretary Hegseth and General Caine provided an update on Operation Epic Fury, claiming significant degradation of Iran's military capabilities while acknowledging ongoing economic and strategic challenges.
Amid ongoing hostilities, discussions about supporting Kurdish opposition forces inside Iran could inflame internal divisions and strain Washington's regional alliances, analysts warn.
A public dispute between Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's last Shah, and newly united Kurdish dissident groups reveals profound ideological and historical divisions within the exiled opposition, complicating efforts to present a unified front against Tehran's theocracy.
The escalating conflict in Iran has triggered a sudden economic squeeze across Central Asia, with prices for staple goods soaring in neighboring Turkmenistan and Tajikistan as vital trade corridors are paralyzed.
As regional conflict intensifies, nuclear-armed Pakistan finds itself caught between a critical defense pact with Saudi Arabia and vital ties with Iran, all while positioning itself as a mediator for potential U.S.-Iran negotiations in Islamabad.
Amid conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran over potential negotiations, a Fox News analyst and ex-CIA station chief cautions that Iran retains significant capacity to widen the conflict through asymmetric warfare, cyber operations, and global proxy networks.
American forces have targeted military installations on Kharg Island, the nerve center for 90% of Iran's crude exports. The escalation raises immediate fears over global oil supply stability and potential Iranian retaliation, with China's energy imports directly in the crosshairs.
While attacks have paralyzed a key global oil chokepoint, Iran continues to ship nearly pre-war volumes through the Strait of Hormuz, securing vital revenue and leveraging its strategic control for diplomatic gains.
As geopolitical tensions flare, a new map provides perspective on Iran's strategic heft, revealing a landmass comparable to Alaska and larger than Texas, California, Montana, and Illinois combined.
A planned meeting between U.S. and Iranian officials faces uncertainty as Tehran demands a change of venue from Turkey to Oman and insists discussions be limited strictly to nuclear matters, according to a regional source. The eleventh-hour demands come amid heightened military tensions in the Gulf.
RBC Capital Markets has revised its outlook on the ongoing Iran-U.S. conflict, warning that a protracted war of attrition could drive oil prices above the highs seen during the 2022 Russia-Ukraine crisis, with potential to test 2008 records.
Iran's Supreme Leader issues his most direct threat yet amid heightened U.S. military presence and stalled diplomacy, while internal crackdown death toll estimates soar.
Top Pentagon officials warn that the current ceasefire with Iran is fragile, with U.S. forces poised to resume operations at a moment's notice, even as both sides claim victory and prepare for tense negotiations.
In a significant shift, Iran has added formal recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz to its demands for ending the conflict. This move aims to transform its strategic chokehold into a permanent, multi-billion dollar revenue stream, raising alarm in global capitals and challenging international maritime law.
