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Can the U.S.–Iran Peace MoU Save the Strait of Hormuz?

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Can the U.S.–Iran Peace MoU Save the Strait of Hormuz? The U.S.–Iran peace MoU has created hope for reducing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, but lasting peace will depend on trust, diplomacy, and maritime security. Recently, the U.S. and Iran moved toward a peace understanding through a Memorandum of Understanding, or MoU. This has raised one big question: Can this agreement solve the Strait of Hormuz problem? The answer is: it can reduce the danger, but it may not solve the problem fully. The Strait of Hormuz is not just a sea route. It is a symbol of power, energy, and security. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, around 20 million barrels of oil per day passed through the Strait in 2024. That is about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption. This is why the world watches every U.S.–Iran development very closely. The peace MoU is a positive step because it shows that both sides are ready to talk instead of moving directly...

Does the US Have a Middle East Policy, or Just an Israel Policy?

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Does the US Have a Middle East Policy, or Just an Israel Policy? An objective analysis of American foreign policy in the Middle East. Does Washington possess a holistic regional strategy, or is its agenda entirely viewed through the lens of its alliance with Israel?

Does Oil and Gas Still Equal Power in the 21st Century?

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Energy Geopolitics: Does Oil and Gas Still Equal Power in the 21st Century? As conflicts in Europe and the Middle East continue to disrupt energy markets, one question has become more im portant than ever: Does control over oil and gas still determine global power?

Congress Reins In Trump's Iran War Powers

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US Senate Votes to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers in Historic Bipartisan Move Is It Legally Binding? For the first time since conflict erupted in February 2026, both chambers of Congress have united to formally challenge President Donald Trump’s military authority. On Tuesday, the US Senate voted 50–48 to pass a war powers resolution aimed at halting unauthorized military operations against Iran. The vote marks a massive turnaround after nine previous attempts failed in the Senate. It signals a major shift in how Washington is handling the highly unpopular conflict. How the Vote Passed Even though Republicans hold the majority in the Senate, the measure succeeded due to a mix of party defectors and key absences: The Defectors: Four Republicans—Susan Collins (ME), Lisa Murkowski (AK), Rand Paul (KY), and Bill Cassidy (LA)—broke ranks to vote with Democrats. The Absences: Former Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Dave McCormick missed the vote due to health and personal absences,...