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Geopolitical Developments

The geopolitical landscape is rapidly evolving, particularly in relation to energy markets and international relations. Recent statements from former President Trump indicate a potential shift in U.S. policy regarding oil sanctions, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Trump has suggested that the war could conclude "very soon," and he is considering lifting certain oil-related sanctions to stabilize global oil prices. This development is significant as it could alter the dynamics of energy supply and demand, particularly in Europe and Asia, where countries are grappling with rising energy costs.

Hungary has taken a proactive stance by limiting fuel prices domestically and has formally requested the European Union to suspend sanctions on Russian energy. This move reflects a growing sentiment among some EU member states that sanctions may be counterproductive to their national interests, particularly as energy prices continue to soar. Hungary's request could lead to a fracturing of EU unity on sanctions policy, especially if other member states express similar concerns.

Furthermore, the U.S. has communicated to G-7 allies that any waivers for Russian sanctions will be limited, indicating a cautious approach to easing restrictions. This is juxtaposed with Trump's remarks about possibly easing sanctions on oil producers, which could create confusion among allies and impact market expectations.

In Africa, the narrative surrounding U.S. involvement in conflict zones is also shifting. Trump has claimed to have ended a war in the region, despite ongoing sanctions that suggest otherwise. This discrepancy highlights the complexities of U.S. foreign policy and its implications for regional stability.

Energy Markets

The global oil market is experiencing volatility as a result of these geopolitical shifts. Trump's potential easing of sanctions has already led to a decrease in oil prices, reflecting market reactions to anticipated changes in supply dynamics. Analysts are closely monitoring how these developments will affect oil-producing nations and the broader energy market, particularly in light of Iran's strategic positioning in the region.

The U.S. is reportedly focusing on easing oil sanctions primarily for India, which could have significant implications for energy trade patterns and pricing. This targeted approach may be aimed at balancing U.S. interests in maintaining a stable oil supply while managing relationships with key allies.

Domestic and International Reactions

The reactions to these developments are varied. In the U.S., there is a call from figures like General David Petraeus for immediate sanctions against Russia due to its alleged support for Iran. This reflects a faction within the U.S. that is advocating for a more aggressive stance against perceived threats to U.S. interests.

In Europe, the players' union in Scotland has urged for stronger sanctions following incidents of disorder, indicating that domestic pressures are also influencing the sanctions debate. Meanwhile, rare student protests in Cuba signal growing discontent with the status quo, further complicating the narrative surrounding sanctions and their effectiveness.

Conclusion

The interplay of these geopolitical developments suggests a period of uncertainty and potential realignment in international relations, particularly concerning energy markets. Stakeholders, including hedge funds, private equity firms, and national security officials, must remain vigilant as these dynamics evolve. The potential for policy shifts, particularly regarding sanctions and energy supply, could have far-reaching implications for global markets and geopolitical stability.

Quantitative Facts

| Date| Source| Description|
|------------|--------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 2026-03-10 | Fortune| Trump states that the war will end "very soon" and mentions the possibility of removing oil sanctions.|
| 2026-03-09 | Reuters| Hungary limits fuel prices and requests the EU to suspend sanctions on Russian energy.|
| 2026-03-10 | The Guardian| Trump is expected to ease oil-related sanctions following a call with Putin.|
| 2026-03-09 | Bloomberg| The U.S. informs G-7 that waivers for Russian sanctions will be limited.|
| 2026-03-10 | Al Jazeera| Trump announces that some sanctions will be lifted on oil producers amid the ongoing war with Iran.|
| 2026-03-08 | The Washington Post | Trump claims to have ended a war in Africa, despite U.S. sanctions indicating otherwise.|
| 2026-03-09 | Fox News| Petraeus calls for immediate sanctions on Russia due to alleged intelligence support to Iran.|
| 2026-03-07 | Politico| A German company is reported to be shipping illicit goods to Russia, despite being sanctioned.|
| 2026-03-09 | BBC| The players' union urges stronger sanctions following disorder during the Old Firm match.|
| 2026-03-09 | NewsNation| A rare student protest occurs in Cuba amidst ongoing sanctions.|
| 2026-03-10 | S&P Global| Trump states that the U.S. will remove oil sanctions on some countries until the situation with Iran stabilizes.|
| 2026-03-10 | Bloomberg| The U.S. informs allies that further easing of oil sanctions will focus on India.|
| 2026-03-10 | France 24| Trump announces waiving certain oil-related sanctions to ensure supply amid the Iran war.|
| 2026-03-09 | Reuters| Trump confirms that the U.S. is waiving certain oil-related sanctions to ensure supply.|
| 2026-03-10 | Euronews.com | Oil prices fall as Trump suggests possible sanctions relief.|
| 2026-03-09 | MarketWatch| Trump announces sanctions relief to ease oil prices, stating that the Iran war will end "very soon."|

Individuals

  • Donald Trump

  • Former President of the United States; has made recent statements regarding the easing of oil-related sanctions amid geopolitical tensions.

  • David Petraeus

  • Former Director of the CIA; recently called for immediate sanctions on Russia due to alleged intelligence support to Iran.

Organizations

  • G-7

  • Group of seven major advanced economies; the U.S. has communicated to this group that waivers for Russian sanctions would be limited.

  • Players' Union

  • Represents professional athletes; urged for stronger measures in response to recent disorder in sports events.

Companies

  • Unnamed German Company
  • Allegedly involved in shipping illicit goods to Russia, as reported by Politico.

Countries

  • Hungary

  • Requested the European Union to suspend sanctions on Russian energy while implementing fuel price limits domestically.

  • Iran

  • Central to discussions regarding oil sanctions and geopolitical stability in the region.

Vessels

  • Unnamed Vessels
  • Associated with the illicit shipping activities reported in connection with the German company.

Financial Institutions

  • Unnamed Banks
  • Mentioned in the context of potential sanctions and financial transactions related to oil markets.

Events

  • Rare Student Protest in Cuba
  • Highlighted as a response to ongoing sanctions and economic conditions in the country.

Contextual Notes

  • The geopolitical landscape is shifting with discussions around sanctions relief, particularly in relation to oil markets and energy security.
  • The involvement of prominent figures like Trump and Petraeus indicates a high level of political engagement on these issues.
  • The actions of Hungary and the protests in Cuba reflect domestic pressures that may influence broader geopolitical strategies.

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Meanwhile, Harvard’s Martin Nowak was placed on leave for a second time over his connections to the sex offender.

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  • Oil and gas prices drop as Trump says war could be over soon; Iran rallies behind new hardline leader — Independent.ie · 2026-03-10T05:30:00Z US president Donald Trump on Monday predicted the war in the Middle East could be over soon, even as Iran’s hardliners staged a show of loyalty to new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei in a sign that the country was not prepared to back down any time soon. https://www.independent.ie/world-news/middle-east/oil-and-gas-prices-drop-as-trump-says-war-could-be-over-soon-iran-rallies-behind-new-hardline-leader/a1936793771.html

  • Donald Trump says war could be over soon – but defiant Iran to step up attacks — Independent.ie · 2026-03-10T05:30:00Z US president Donald Trump on Monday predicted the war in the Middle East could be over soon, even as Iran’s hardliners staged a show of loyalty to new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei in a sign that the country was not prepared to back down any time soon. https://www.independent.ie/world-news/middle-east/donald-trump-says-war-could-be-over-soon-but-defiant-iran-to-step-up-attacks/a1936793771.html

  • Max Boot: Why Russia and China are the countries winning the US-Iran war — Independent.ie · 2026-03-10T05:30:00Z The Middle East first came to dominate US defence policy in the 1970s – the decade of the Arab oil embargo, the Iran hostage crisis and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. https://www.independent.ie/opinion/comment/max-boot-why-russia-and-china-are-the-countries-winning-the-us-iran-war/a1191212076.html

  • Petronet LNG, other gas stocks jump up to 5% as Trump’s Iran war remarks ease supply worries — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T05:11:35Z Gas company shares saw a rise on Tuesday. This followed US President Donald Trump's statement that the war with Iran could end soon. This eased concerns about prolonged supply issues. Earlier, tensions had caused a significant drop in stock prices. Supply sho… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/petronet-lng-other-gas-stocks-jump-up-to-5-as-trumps-iran-war-remarks-ease-supply-worries/articleshow/129375054.cms

  • US May Lift Some Oil Sanctions to Stabilize Prices — Trump — Sputnikglobe.com · 2026-03-10T05:05:46Z WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - President Donald Trump said the US plans to waive certain oil-related sanctions on some countries in an effort to reduce energy prices. https://sputnikglobe.com/20260310/us-may-lift-some-oil-sanctions-to-stabilize-prices--trump--1123798860.html

  • Despite Trump’s discomfort, Russia still anchors India’s defence arsenal — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T05:02:23Z India's defense landscape is intricately tied to Russia, with the nation still leaning on Russian expertise and equipment. While efforts to broaden supplier options are underway, the strategic alliance with Russia endures, bolstered by initiatives in domestic… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/despite-donald-trump-discomfort-russia-still-anchors-india-defence-arsenal-sipri-report-putin-modi/articleshow/129374140.cms

  • Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to hit harder — BusinessLine · 2026-03-10T05:01:22Z Trump's comments came after global financial markets seesawed on Monday ⁠on concerns that Iran's security establishment was rallying behind new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and was not prepared to back down any time soon https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/world/iran-says-oil-blockade-will-continue-until-attacks-end-trump-threatens-to-hit-harder/article70725129.ece

  • Crops Swing to Losses as Trump Signals Possible End to Iran War — Financial Post · 2026-03-10T04:58:30Z Crop prices fell alongside a slump in crude oil, after comments from US President Donald Trump eased concerns the war in the Middle East would be long-lasting. https://financialpost.com/pmn/business-pmn/crops-swing-to-losses-as-trump-signals-possible-end-to-iran-war

  • Rupee rebounds from all-time low, up 7 paise to 92.14 against US dollar in early trade — BusinessLine · 2026-03-10T04:56:58Z The rupee rebounded from its all-time low in early trade on Tuesday, rising 7 paise to 92.14 as global oil prices fell after US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran may end soon. https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/forex/rupee-rebounds-from-all-time-low-up-7-paise-to-9214-against-us-dollar-in-early-trade/article70725131.ece

  • Trump's DOJ Seeks October Retrial for Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm — Decrypt · 2026-03-10T04:46:28Z The DOJ is attempting to retry Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm even as the U.S. Treasury acknowledges mixers may have legitimate uses. https://decrypt.co/360521/trumps-doj-seeks-october-retrial-tornado-cash-developer

  • Rupee rebounds from all-time low, up 7 paise to 92.14 against US dollar in early trade — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T04:42:40Z The Indian Rupee has recovered from its record low. This rebound follows a drop in global oil prices. Strong openings in Indian stock markets also supported the local currency. Heavy foreign investment outflows limited the gains. Traders are watching oil pric… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/forex/rupee-rebounds-from-all-time-low-up-7-paise-to-92-14-against-us-dollar-in-early-trade/articleshow/129373871.cms

  • Oil prices heading towards $130? Can Middle East conflict push crude prices higher than Russia-Ukraine war? — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T04:31:36Z Oil prices are surging, nearing $130 per barrel due to the ongoing Middle East conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This situation is impacting global supply more severely than the Russia-Ukraine war. Indian markets have reacted negatively to the… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/oil-prices-heading-towards-130-can-middle-east-conflict-push-crude-prices-higher-than-russia-ukraine-war/articleshow/129373410.cms

  • Lebanon: Israel Unlawfully Using White Phosphorus (HRW) — Juancole.com · 2026-03-10T04:06:29Z Human Rights Watch Verifies Use of Incendiary Weapon over Residential Areas in Southern Lebanon https://www.juancole.com/2026/03/lebanon-unlawfully-phosphorus.html

  • Anti-Iran Policy as a Sacred Mission of Israeli Propagandists — Juancole.com · 2026-03-10T04:04:24Z They fear that if Iran comes closer to the US it would undermine Israel’s unique place as main client and receiver of billions of dollars https://www.juancole.com/2026/03/mission-israeli-propagandists.html

  • Sensex jumps 800 pts, Nifty above 24,200: 5 triggers behind today’s D-St rebound — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T04:02:15Z Indian stock markets surged on Tuesday, with Sensex and Nifty climbing significantly. This rally was fueled by US President Donald Trump's comments suggesting an imminent end to the Iran conflict and a subsequent sharp fall in crude oil prices. The positive s… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-jumps-800-points-nifty-above-24200-trumps-comments-on-iran-war-ending-soon-among-5-key-factors/articleshow/129372183.cms

  • Ghana's Parliament Revives Dangerous Anti-LGBT Bill — Human Rights Watch · 2026-03-10T04:00:00Z Lawmakers in Ghana have reintroduced a draconian bill that jeopardizes the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people. On February 17, the Ghanaian parliament formally received the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, also known as… https://www.hrw.org/news/2026/03/10/ghanas-parliament-revives-dangerous-anti-lgbt-bill

  • Australia: 5 Iran national team players granted asylum — DW (English) · 2026-03-10T03:56:00Z The five Iranian women football players will be able to stay in Australia after fears over their safety if they returned home. https://www.dw.com/en/australia-5-iran-national-team-players-granted-asylum/a-76284734

  • Crude oil prices fall over 5% as Trump signals end to West Asia war — BusinessLine · 2026-03-10T03:48:14Z Brent crude dropped more than 5 per cent after briefly surging close to $120 a barrel in the previous session amid fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/commodities/crude-oil-prices-fall-over-5-as-trump-signals-end-to-west-asia-war/article70724981.ece

  • Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to hit harder — Yahoo Entertainment · 2026-03-10T03:37:53Z DUBAI/CAIRO/WASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they would not allow "one litre of oil" to be shipped from the... https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/iran-says-oil-blockade-continue-033753931.html

  • 'Try anything cute and it's the end of that country': Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T03:34:52Z President Donald Trump issued a pointed warning to Iran about the strategic Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that any threats to this critical passage could lead to Iran facing severe repercussions. He confidently remarked on the effectiveness of US military eff… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/try-anything-cute-and-its-the-end-of-that-country-trump-threatens-iran-over-strait-of-hormuz/articleshow/129371047.cms

  • IndiGo, SpiceJet shares in focus as oil falls below $90 after Trump says Iran war to end ‘very soon’ — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T03:27:58Z Shares of IndiGo and SpiceJet are expected to remain in focus after crude oil prices dropped below $90 per barrel following US President Donald Trump’s remarks that the Iran war could end soon. The decline in oil prices may ease cost pressures for airlines th… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/indigo-spicejet-shares-in-focus-as-oil-falls-below-90-after-trump-says-iran-war-to-end-very-soon/articleshow/129370939.cms

  • Tech researchers sue US Trump administration over visa bans — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T03:22:57Z In December, the International Fact-Checking Network said it was "deeply concerned" by reports that the State Department instructed staff to deny visas to people who have worked in fact-checking and content moderation. This comes as major tech platforms pull … https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/tech-researchers-sue-us-trump-administration-over-visa-bans/articleshow/129370741.cms

  • Trump says some sanctions to be lifted on oil producers amid Iran war — Al Jazeera English · 2026-03-10T02:51:58Z Crude oil prices plunge below $90 a barrel following an earlier surge to almost $120 in price swing over 24 hours. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/3/10/trump-says-some-sanctions-to-be-lifted-on-oil-producers-amid-iran-war

  • Top US officials defend temporary waiver on Russian oil exports to India — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T02:48:44Z US officials defended a temporary waiver allowing India to buy Russian crude, saying it would help stabilise global oil markets amid supply risks from the Iran war. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Washington urged India to purchase Russian oil already stra… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/oil-gas/top-us-officials-defend-temporary-waiver-on-russian-oil-exports-to-india/articleshow/129369268.cms

  • What's next for the Woodside share price? — Motley Fool Australia · 2026-03-10T02:29:51Z Shares across the oil and gas sector are tumbling today. The post What's next for the Woodside share price? appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia. https://www.fool.com.au/2026/03/10/whats-next-for-the-woodside-share-price-2/

  • Maddow connects the dots as Trump boosts Russia while Putin helps Iran target Americans — Raw Story · 2026-03-10T01:57:44Z MS NOW's Rachel Maddow kicked off her weekly show Monday night with a searing criticism of President Donald Trump's handling of the growing war in Iran — even as he claims the war is nearly over.Trump keeps shifting his argument for why the war is happening, … https://www.rawstory.com/rachel-maddow-2675950930/

  • War for Ukraine Day 1,474: With Friends Like These — Balloon-juice.com · 2026-03-10T01:51:31Z It’s been a long day, the time change is kicking my dupa, so I’m just going to run through the basics again tonight. The cost: The Ukrainian Air Force reported that today, during an air battle while carrying out a mission, Hero of Ukraine and commander of the… https://balloon-juice.com/2026/03/09/war-for-ukraine-day-1474-with-friends-like-these/

  • Asian markets rebound, oil plunges as Trump signals quick end to West Asia conflict — BusinessLine · 2026-03-10T01:45:39Z Regional indices rally sharply led by Japan and South Korea while Brent drops below $90 amid easing geopolitical fears, though tensions persist https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/world/asian-markets-rebound-oil-plunges-as-trump-signals-quick-end-to-west-asia-conflict/article70724887.ece

  • Why is oil price down by 7% now, and will Brent crude futures go below $91.71 or rise again soon? Oil price fall, analysts insights and market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T01:23:05Z Why is oil price down by 7% now, and will Brent crude futures go below $91.71 or rise again soon? Oil markets dropped after U.S. President Donald Trump said the Middle East war could end soon. Brent crude futures fell to $91.71 after a large surge earlier. Su… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/why-is-oil-price-down-by-7-now-and-will-brent-crude-futures-go-below-91-71-or-rise-again-soon-oil-price-fall-analysts-insights-and-market-outlook-explained-heres-what-should-investors-do-now-middle-east-war-u-s-president-donald-trump/articleshow/129319348.cms

  • US to hit Iran '20 times harder' if it stopped oil flow in Strait of Hormuz, says Trump — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T01:20:12Z President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that any disruption to oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz would result in a significantly harsher response from the United States. He threatened severe military action, aiming to cripple Iran's… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/us-to-hit-iran-much-harder-if-it-stopped-oil-flow-in-strait-of-hormuz-says-trump/articleshow/129366259.cms

  • Santos share price is tumbling from an 18-month high: Buy, hold or sell? — Motley Fool Australia · 2026-03-10T01:18:46Z The oil and gas producer's shares have come off the boil today. The post Santos share price is tumbling from an 18-month high: Buy, hold or sell? appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia. https://www.fool.com.au/2026/03/10/santos-share-price-is-tumbling-from-an-18-month-high-buy-hold-or-sell/

  • Trump says war in Iran could be over soon, but U.S. hasn't 'won enough' yet — CBC News · 2026-03-10T01:14:10Z U.S. President Donald Trump hinted on Monday that the war in the Middle East could be over soon — though not this week, he specified — even as hardliners pledged loyalty to their new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-iran-war-9.7121478

  • Oil falls over 6% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T01:07:00Z Oil prices dropped significantly after reaching three-year highs, as President Trump suggested the Middle East conflict could end soon. This eased fears of prolonged supply disruptions, despite earlier surges driven by war concerns and production cuts. Marke… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/news/oil-falls-over-6-as-trump-predicts-middle-east-de-escalation/articleshow/129365796.cms

  • Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction — The Conversation Africa · 2026-03-10T00:47:18Z More than 20 years after the US military success in Iraq, the outcome of the US effort at regime change wasn’t as expected, and authoritarians with close ties to Iran now rule the country. https://theconversation.com/iraq-wars-aftermath-was-a-disaster-for-the-us-the-iran-war-is-headed-in-the-same-direction-277585

  • Trump weighs easing Russia sanctions to cool oil prices amid global crude jitters — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T00:46:19Z President Donald Trump is exploring options to lower global oil prices. These include easing sanctions on Russia and releasing emergency oil reserves. The White House is concerned about rising fuel costs impacting businesses and consumers. Discussions involve… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/oil-gas/trump-weighs-easing-russia-sanctions-to-cool-oil-prices-amid-global-crude-jitters/articleshow/129365082.cms

  • US Stock Market | Wall Street ends higher as hopes of Iran war resolution offset inflation fears — The Times of India · 2026-03-10T00:38:12Z Wall Street stocks rebounded sharply in late trading Monday, reversing earlier losses after President Trump indicated the U.S.-Iran conflict might be nearing an end. This late surge followed a volatile session driven by oil price fluctuations and concerns ove… https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/us-stocks/news/us-stock-market-wall-street-ends-higher-as-hopes-of-iran-war-resolution-offset-inflation-fears/articleshow/129364814.cms

  • Trump says it’s an ‘honor’ to keep Strait of Hormuz open for China and other countries — Fox News · 2026-03-10T00:37:49Z President says he will keep the Strait of Hormuz open for the world, including China, while announcing plans to waive oil sanctions to lower energy prices. https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-says-its-honor-keep-strait-hormuz-open-china-other-countries

  • China prioritizes Russian gas amid Middle East conflict – media — RT · 2026-03-10T00:32:57Z China has signaled its intention to secure more natural gas from Russia in the draft version of its development blueprint for 2026–2030 Read Full Article at RT.com https://www.rt.com/business/634294-russia-china-gas-pipelines/

  • GOP chair laments Trump’s Iran war driving costs so high farmers now ‘losing money’ — Raw Story · 2026-03-10T00:23:58Z A top Republican senator is warning that farmers are already feeling the financial squeeze from rising energy prices tied to the U.S. military conflict with Iran.Sen. John Boozman (R-AR), who chairs the Senate Agriculture Committee, said Monday that farmers, … https://www.rawstory.com/trump-gas-prices/

  • Law firms field force majeure queries as war sets off panic — Livemint · 2026-03-10T00:00:56Z The queries to invoke force majeure are rising after the US and Israel’s joint strikes on Iran evoked retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the Persian Gulf region. That has frozen movement through the Strait of Hormuz, sending Brent above $100 a barre… https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/india-companies-force-majeure-west-asia-conflict-trade-disruption-legal-advice-11773047360032.html

  • Israel Planned War on Iran for 40 Years. Everything Else Is a Smoke Screen — Antiwar.com · 2026-03-10T00:00:55Z It is near impossible to make sense – at least from the justifications on offer – of what US President Donald Trump really hopes to achieve with his and Israel‘s blatantly illegal war of aggression on Iran. Is it to destroy an Iranian nuclear weapons program … https://original.antiwar.com/cook/2026/03/09/israel-planned-war-on-iran-for-40-years-everything-else-is-a-smoke-screen/

  • The War on Iran – and Washington’s Missing Exit Strategy — Antiwar.com · 2026-03-10T00:00:16Z The United States has once again launched a war in the Middle East based on false claims about weapons of mass destruction. Like the invasion of Iraq in 2003, the U.S. assault on Iran rests on allegations that international inspectors have already debunked. B… https://original.antiwar.com/mbenjamin/2026/03/09/the-war-on-iran-and-washingtons-missing-exit-strategy/

  • Syria: An Authoritarian Islamic Republic — Hoover.org · 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z Ahmad al-Sharaa has declared himself both interim president and prime minister of a supposedly “inclusive” government. He appears to be appealing to the West, but his power remains authoritarian. https://www.hoover.org/research/syria-authoritarian-islamic-republic

  • A War Still In Search Of A Mission — Substack.com · 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z Changing your mind about the goals of war after you’ve started one is never a good idea. https://michaelmcfaul.substack.com/p/a-war-still-in-search-of-a-mission

  • Our Long Road To War With Iran — Victorhanson.com · 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z Until last year, for some 46 years, Iran enjoyed a North Korea-like reputation in the heart of the Middle East: always unpredictable, reckless, dangerous, inevitably to be nuclear, self-destructive, and nihilistic. https://victorhanson.com/our-long-road-to-war-with-iran/

  • Lebanon At A Crossroad: Without Swift Disarmament, Hezbollah will Be Victorious — Hoover.org · 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z Hezbollah is rebuilding – that’s a fact. Both US and Israeli officials warned that the group had started to rebuild its military infrastructure right after the war ended in November 2024 with the ceasefire agreement. https://www.hoover.org/research/lebanon-crossroad-without-swift-disarmament-hezbollah-will-be-victorious

  • Transactional Stabilization: The Gulf Cooperation Council's Calibrated Investments In The Levant Take Shape — Hoover.org · 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z From January 2025 and through February 2026, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), largely Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Qatar, used a calibrated program of financial and political support that helped stabilize the Levant while building thei… https://www.hoover.org/research/transactional-stabilization-gulf-cooperation-councils-calibrated-investments-levant-take

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