Pape: US trying to ‘squeak out of strategic defeat’ after Iran
Political scientist Robert Pape argues the fallout of Iran war curbs US hubris and challenges Trump’s self-image.

Political scientist Robert Pape argues the fallout of Iran war curbs US hubris and challenges Trump’s self-image.









The attacks come after an alleged Iranian drone struck another commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz says the military has been ordered to prepare for an ‘extended stay’ in Lebanon.
Iran, who played their three group-stage matches at World Cup 2026, now face a wait to know if they will reach last 32.
Israel, Lebanon and US have signed deal aimed at ending hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, but group rejects it.
Hezbollah chief calls the deal ‘null and void’, raising questions if the latest agreement can lead to peace in Lebanon.
Iran’s IRGC appears to have rejected US claims of a military hotline will operate between the two countries.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting political, legal and US pressure ahead of crucial elections.
As the latest confrontations are aimed at control of the Strait of Hormuz, analysts say the deal is at risk of collapse.
US says it targeted Iranian missile and drone storage locations while IRGC said it hit US military sites in the region.