US counts cost of equipment destroyed in Iran war
Strategic angle: Lost aircraft and radars contribute to estimated $500mn daily price tag and leave US exposed elsewhere
Editorial Staff Apr 7
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Middle East war live: Trump ‘not at all’ concerned about possible war crimes as Iran deadline looms
Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “not at all” concerned about the risk of committing war crimes in Iran if he targets Iranian bridges and power plants, given that key infrastructure is usually off-limits
Editorial Staff Apr 7
Asia-Pacific markets rise as investors assess Trump's mixed messaging on Iran war
Strategic angle: Trump renewed threats on targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure if a peace deal is not reached in less than 24 hours, while signaling Iranian leadership is negotiating in earnest.
Editorial Staff Apr 7
Saudi Arabia intercepts 7 missiles; debris falls near energy facilities
Strategic angle: Saudi Arabia successfully intercepts missiles targeting its energy infrastructure.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Phillips 66 faces $900 million loss as Iran crisis lifts oil prices - Reuters
Strategic angle: Phillips 66 faces $900 million loss as Iran crisis lifts oil prices Reuters
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Vance is on standby in Iran talks - Politico
Strategic angle: Vance is on standby in Iran talks Politico
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Israel attacks Iran's South Pars gas field again
Strategic angle: Israeli airstrikes hit two petrochemical plants in Iran's South Pars gas field complex. It's the second time Israel has targeted the key energy complex since the war started. The previous attack on March 18 triggered ret
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Trump says Iran ceasefire proposal 'significant' but 'not good enough' as Hormuz Strait deadline nears
Strategic angle: The 45-day ceasefire proposal, which could lead to an end to the war, is reportedly being discussed by the U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Upstart Wall Street research firm says it sent an analyst to Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what they learned
Strategic angle: Before the U.S and Israel began their war against Iran, about 20% of the world's oil was shipped through the narrow Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Trump doubles down on Iran threat, says ceasefire 'not good enough'
Strategic angle: Both Trump and Iran have rejected a proposed 45-day ceasefire, indicating ongoing negotiations for a better solution.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Ten killed in Israeli strikes and clashes between Hamas and militia in Gaza, local sources say
Strategic angle: The Israeli strikes reportedly targeted Hamas security personnel after they clashed with an Israeli-backed militia near Maghazi camp.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
China's Xi urges faster development of new energy system as Middle East war continues - Reuters
Strategic angle: China's Xi urges faster development of new energy system as Middle East war continues Reuters
Editorial Staff Apr 6
When War Crimes Rhetoric Becomes Battlefield Reality: The Slippery Slope to Total War on Iran
Strategic angle: Former JAGs warn that threats to strike Iran’s power plants would violate the law of war and endanger U.S. service members’ legal and moral obligations. The post When War Crimes Rhetoric Becomes Battlefield Reality: The
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Early Edition: April 6, 2026
Strategic angle: Signup to receive the Early Edition in your inbox here. A curated guide to major news and developments over the weekend. Here’s today’s news: IRAN WAR Saturday Israel attacked Iran’s largest petrochemical complex on Satu
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Projectile hits near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant, killing one: IAEA
A projectile strike near the Bushehr nuclear facility in Iran has resulted in one fatality, according to the IAEA.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Iran alleges US rescue ops likely cover to 'steal enriched uranium' | Daily Sabah - Daily Sabah
Strategic angle: Iran alleges US rescue ops likely cover to 'steal enriched uranium' | Daily Sabah Daily Sabah
Editorial Staff Apr 6
The Iran war and your portfolio: 7 things those nearing retirement need to know now
Strategic angle: Insights on managing your investments amid geopolitical tensions.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Israel launches new strikes on Lebanon, forces closure of Syria border crossing
Israeli airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon on Sunday killed at least 11 people, including a family of six, and wounded dozens more.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Tehran Urges Emergency IAEA Meeting After Nuclear Site Strikes
Iran calls for urgent discussions following recent attacks on its nuclear facilities.
Editorial Staff Apr 6
Briefing: Morning news brief
Strategic angle: President Trump issues ultimatum to Iran while Artemis II crew prepares for lunar mission.
Editorial Staff Apr 6