A Western diplomatic source said the countries involved are trying to remove the Strait of Hormuz and the energy sector from the equation of the war. Meanwhile, pressure from Gulf states is intensifying. Qatar has lost tens of billions of dollars and has chosen to blame Israel in the hope Iran will stop its attacks.
A new report reveals Tehran combines a narrative of victory with one of victimhood to shape public opinion. The use of footage from Israel, edited videos and artificial intelligence is intended to spread messages on a broad scale, aiming to build international legitimacy and exert diplomatic pressure.
Against the backdrop of the war in Iran and US involvement, retired Lt. Gen. Mark Schwartz rules out a coup from within, dismisses a ground invasion, and outlines the next threat in the regional arena.
With tanker traffic near zero and fuel prices rising, Washington faces hard choices – escort missions, coastline seizure, or targeting Iran's Kharg oil island – as military advisors say time is running short. John Jensen, a former Marine Corps general and senior adviser to the Kinetica Fund: “One of the most effective tools available to an American commander.”
No casualties reported and no hazardous materials detected as the Iranian regime retaliates following the Israeli strike on the South Pars gas facility.
