Middle East
Warmongers in meltdown as Trump heralds Iran deal
In essence, this agreement brings the situation to where it was supposed to be following the announcement of the original ceasefire
May 23, 2026
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Is the petrodollar a war casualty or death greatly exaggerated?
Washington has a choice between managing what is a shift away from US backed currency, or accelerating it.
May 21, 2026
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Trump appears poised to restart the Iran war
Tehran believes fresh attacks will come over next two days. Feeling emboldened, leaders there are ready with new targets for retaliation.
May 18, 2026
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Trump’s Iran blockade snatches defeat from the jaws of victory
Washington's search for a 'silver bullet' to defeat Tehran has made it all but impossible to secure a deal
May 02, 2026
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UAE's dollar swap threats show how brittle these US alliances can be
The Emirates don't need the money but they are laying down a marker: if we take fire because of Washington, we want something in return
April 25, 2026
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Why did Iran hit Kuwait so hard?
Tehran has hit US military installations and a range of civilian sites, including the country's main airport, energy facilities, and a crucial desalination plant
April 21, 2026
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