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Trump Warns Iran of ‘Very Tough Times’ Ahead Without a Peace Deal
US President Donald Trump warned Tehran that it faces “very tough times” if it fails to sign a permanent peace treaty, as updated Pentagon figures show the conflict has cost Washington $29 billion.
May 17, 2026
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US Prepares ‘Escalation Plan’ Targeting Iran’s Nuclear and Oil Assets – NYT
Advisors to US President Donald Trump have prepared contingency plans to resume and expand military strikes against Iran, including a high-risk special forces raid on the Isfahan nuclear facility.
May 16, 2026
Iran
UAE Failed to Convince Gulf States to Strike Iran – Bloomberg
The UAE reportedly tried to persuade Gulf neighbors to join a coordinated military response against Iran but was rebuffed by Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
May 15, 2026
US
Iran Accuses UAE of ‘Active’ Role in US‑Israeli War
The accusation comes as tensions escalate despite a fragile ceasefire.
May 14, 2026
US
US Intel Says Iran Retains Most Missile Sites
Classified US intelligence assessments reportedly show Iran retains access to most missile sites and launchers despite claims its military was “decimated.”
May 13, 2026
US
OPINION: Bigger Geopolitical Take Outs from Iran War
The author argues Trump’s war with Iran ultimately strengthened Tehran, exposed limits of US power, destabilized Gulf alliances, and accelerated geopolitical shifts favoring China, Türkiye, and Ukraine.
May 13, 2026
US
Cost of US Conflict With Iran Nears $29 Billion, Pentagon Says
The Pentagon said the cost of the US conflict with Iran has climbed to nearly $29 billion, drawing scrutiny from lawmakers.
May 12, 2026
US
US, Ukraine Draft Drone Defense Deal After Iran War
Washington and Kyiv have drafted a memorandum on a potential drone defense agreement that could allow joint production and technology exports to the United States.
May 12, 2026
Iran Reveals Details of Upcoming Peace Deal with US
A leaked draft of the upcoming US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding reveals an agreement to unblock the Strait of Hormuz and return $25 billion to Tehran.
June 14, 2026
