Middle East
Why 'D-Day' was destined to be a dud
Trump's new sanctions won't alter the complex political dance between Iran's factions. It will, however, help to coalesce them around one goal: regime survival.
September 05, 2026
Trump's new sanctions won't alter the complex political dance between Iran's factions. It will, however, help to coalesce them around one goal: regime survival.
Damascus is under pressure to prove that it can protect minorities as they incorporate into the central state
The projects, which often fail to disclose their funding, include efforts to create surveillance robots and improve missile guidance
The president would be giving Riyadh capabilities that its fighting to keep away from Tehran
The US ambassador is supposed to protect our citizens, but it seems his love for Israel is taking priority
The Iran conflict has scared away tourists and expats while reducing crucial fossil fuel exports
