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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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Here’s How Iran Could Respond to Renewed U.S.-Israeli Strikes
ByYeganeh Torbati May 19, 2026

In any new round of fighting, Iranian officials could adopt new tactics, including intensified strikes on neighbors and trying to close off a second strait.

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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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Saudi Arabia and U.A.E. Carried Out Secret Attacks in Iran, U.S. Officials Say
ByEric Schmitt and Vivian Nereim May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

The Gulf Arab states have been grappling with how to deter Iran after the war made clear the limits of American security guarantees.

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Trump Says Iran’s Response to Latest U.S. Proposal ‘Totally Unacceptable’
ByAaron Boxerman and Adam Sella May 10, 2026May 11, 2026

The United States and Iran have been discussing a 30-day extension to their cease-fire and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Deadly Israeli Strikes Erode Cease-Fire in Lebanon
ByEuan Ward and Abdi Latif Dahir May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has shown little sign of abating, with Hezbollah also continuing to attack Israeli troops, and both sides accusing the other of violating a U.S.-brokered truce.

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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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