President Trump told Axios on Wednesday that Operation Epic Fury is "way ahead of schedule" with almost no targets left. He signaled the war could end "soon" at his choosing.
U.S. forces have begun relocating THAAD and Patriot missiles from South Korea to the Middle East. Pres. Lee Jae-myung confirmed the move Tuesday, citing a "harsh reality" in alliance dynamics.
Oil prices surged Thursday as the U.S. destroyed 16 Iranian minelayers. Confusion over a deleted "tanker escort" tweet by Sec. Chris Wright has left markets on edge as the Strait remains blocked.
Qatar has halted its mediation for Iran. On March 11, Minister Al-Khulaifi told Al Jazeera that Doha won't negotiate for a regime that is actively launching missiles at Qatari civilian and energy hubs.
Russia’s Isfahan consulate was damaged Sunday during a strike on the nearby governor's office. Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova reported shattered windows and staff injuries from the massive shockwave.
