Strait of Hormuz

In depth ‘Trump Always Chickens Out’ has become a common refrain whenever the president backs off from one of his characteristically bombastic threats or promises

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 31 July 26

In The Spotlight President’s claims of victory over Iran have ‘bordered on delusional’ as crisis continues to deepen

By The Week UK Published 25 July 26

Cartoons Wednesday's political cartoons include drastic action, the art of war, and risky business

By The Week US Published 22 July 26

Today's Big Question Ceasefire on verge of collapse but result could be indefinite ‘no war, no peace’

By The Week UK Published 13 July 26

Speed Read The US attacked Iranian targets while Iran responded with its own strikes

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 29 June 26

Speed Read Over 11,000 seafarers have been stranded since the Iran war began

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 26 June 26

Speed Read The ceasefire could be extended for another two months

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 29 May 26

talking points Some GOP allies want escalation. Others want to end unpopular war.

By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published 27 May 26

IN THE SPOTLIGHT Islamabad has emerged as a major hub for regional diplomacy between the United States and Iran

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 13 May 26

In the Spotlight Electronic interference in the region is ‘next-level’, affecting both commercial and military navigation systems

By The Week UK Published 13 May 26

speed read The breakdown in negotiations sent oil prices higher

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 12 May 26

Today's Big Question Both sides want an end to the war but on their terms – and they remain far apart

By The Week UK Published 6 May 26