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Strait of Hormuz
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US House votes to curb Trump’s Iran war powers as Senate blocks parallel measure
The House voted to curb Trump’s Iran war, but the Senate blocked action. Congress is challenging the conflict while still preparing to finance it.
July 24, 2026
Why the House Iran war powers vote could weaken Trump’s conflict strategy
The House Iran war powers vote signals rising congressional pressure on Trump over military authority, casualties, oil prices and war strategy.
July 23, 2026
Why Trump’s Dover ceremony could sharpen the Iran war decision point
Trump’s Dover ceremony for fallen U.S. troops raises pressure over Iran war escalation, public support, military costs and midterm risk.
July 23, 2026
Why Trump’s Pickaxe Mountain threat could widen the Iran nuclear war
Trump’s Pickaxe Mountain threat raises risks over Iran’s nuclear program, regional escalation, uranium stockpiles and U.S. war aims.
July 22, 2026
Why Houthi Red Sea threats could trap global oil markets
Houthi Red Sea threats and Hormuz disruption could pressure oil prices, Saudi exports, U.S. military capacity and global inflation.
July 22, 2026
Iran war funding explained: What is inside Donald Trump’s $87.6bn request?
The Iran war has cost the US $37.5bn, yet the Pentagon wants $67.1bn more. Congress must decide whether funding can substitute for a credible endgame.
July 22, 2026
Why Israel’s Iran war contingency plans could widen the Gulf crisis
Israel’s Iran war contingency plans could widen the Gulf crisis, threaten oil markets and complicate U.S.-led diplomacy.
July 21, 2026
ASEAN ministers demand Hormuz reopening as Iran war threatens Southeast Asian economies
Iran threatens ASEAN’s energy security while Myanmar and the South China Sea remain unresolved. Manila must turn diplomatic access into measurable progress.
July 21, 2026
Why $4 gas prices could become a midterm problem for Trump
$4 gas prices are raising pressure on Trump as the Iran war, Strait of Hormuz disruption and oil volatility hit U.S. drivers.
July 20, 2026
Bab el-Mandeb blockade explained: How Houthi action could trap Saudi oil exports
Hormuz is already disrupted. Now the Houthis are targeting Saudi shipping through Bab el-Mandeb, placing the kingdom’s alternative oil route at risk.
July 20, 2026