Middle East
Was the MOU meant to be trashed?
Evidence now suggests at a minimum, the Trump admin used the June agreement to stall and weaken Iran's leverage with really no intent on carrying it out
October 22, 2026
Evidence now suggests at a minimum, the Trump admin used the June agreement to stall and weaken Iran's leverage with really no intent on carrying it out
While going back to the status quo ante — free transit through the waterway — seems unlikely, there's a proven way ahead that won't breach sovereignty or shut off access
Veteran-led, progressive advocacy group finds that 49% of people currently serving in the military, veterans, and family members oppose military being used in Operation Epic Fury
Some pro-US groups are using the technology to fight allegations of war crimes and stoke tensions abroad
A takeover of the vital city could mark a decisive turning point in the country's civil war
The proposal, often referred to as Section 219, would go far beyond agreements with Washington's closest allies
