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Iran Threatens to Strike Beyond the Middle East if the U.S. Resumes Attacks
ByEuan Ward May 20, 2026May 20, 2026

The warning was issued as President Trump and Vice President JD Vance say progress is being made toward a deal, while keeping open the threat of renewed strikes.

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How Iran Gained Leverage in the War
ByAmanda Taub May 20, 2026

Outmatched militarily, Iran used “triangular coercion” by attacking Gulf states and closing the Strait of Hormuz. It points to a long-term U.S. vulnerability.

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How Iran Gained Leverage in the War
ByAmanda Taub May 20, 2026May 20, 2026

Outmatched militarily, Iran used “triangular coercion” by attacking Gulf states and closing the Strait of Hormuz. It points to a long-term U.S. vulnerability.

Read More How Iran Gained Leverage in the War
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A Search for Ways Around Blocked Strait Leads to Syria
ByRaja Abdulrahim May 18, 2026

The latest war in the Middle East has created new economic opportunities for Syria thanks to its geography.

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Blocked Strait of Hormuz Leads to New Opportunities for Syria
ByRaja Abdulrahim May 18, 2026

The latest war in the Middle East has created new economic opportunities for Syria thanks to its geography.

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Battle Over the Strait of Hormuz Leaves Safe Passage a Gamble
ByEphrat Livni and Euan Ward May 13, 2026May 14, 2026

Vessels are traveling without transmitting critical information meant to keep the waters safe, maritime intelligence experts say.

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Strait of Hormuz Remains Effectively Blocked After Naval Skirmishes
ByPranav Baskar and Devon Lum May 9, 2026May 10, 2026

The U.S. Navy’s blockade continued to intercept ships trying to leave or enter Iranian ports, while fear of Iranian attacks kept other ships from attempting passage through the narrows.

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Long Overlooked, Caspian Sea Provides Strategic Trade Route for Iran
ByNicholas Kulish, Neil MacFarquhar and Julian E. Barnes May 9, 2026

The landlocked body of water has taken on new significance, with Russia shipping military and commercial goods to bolster Tehran’s ability to withstand the U.S. assault.

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Iran Says It Seized Oil Tanker Listed by U.S. as Sanctions Violator
ByJenny Gross May 8, 2026

A maritime tracking company said the move was likely performative, given the Chinese-owned ship has an “established history within the Iranian trade ecosystem.”

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Macron Wants U.S. and Iran to Open Strait While They Negotiate, Officials Say
ByMark Landler May 6, 2026

Emmanuel Macron, the French president, hopes the Strait of Hormuz can reopen even before the U.S.-Iran war formally ends. His plan has many pitfalls.

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