Iran US Conflict

'Some optimism' in US-Iran negotiations despite major disagreements, sources tell 'Post'

US-Iran negotiations show some progress through Qatari mediation, but major disagreements over Tehran's nuclear program threaten a potential deal.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi shakes hands with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said in Muscat, Oman, June 23, 2026.
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain receives Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, before a meeting with HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in this undated picture obtained by Reuters.

UAE hopes to avert new Iran conflict, prepares for worst-case scenario

People walk on a street near a mural featuring an image of the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, May 18, 2026.

Israel prepares for possible Iran escalation as US delays military action until after midterms

US President Donald Trump points a finger as he speaks during a rally at Florida Gulf Coast University's Alico Arena ahead of the midterm elections, in Fort Myers, Florida, US, October 23, 2026.

Trump's oil holdings surge 43% amid Iran war, raising conflict of interest concerns - report


Trump opens investigation over leak of US' lack of munitions at critical phase of conflict - report

Trump defended US weapons supplies on Thursday as officials warned that depleted air defense stockpiles could complicate further military action against Iran.

US President Donald Trump points, as he delivers remarks on the economy, at the General Motors Proving Ground in Milford, Michigan, US July 27, 2026.

Trump says he is happy with Hegseth after ‘treasonous’ reports of fight over munitions shortages

Trump also pushed back on the report in a previous post on Truth Social on Wednesday, writing that the US has "massive amounts of 'munitions.'"

US President Donald Trump listens as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, US, July 31, 2026.

Trump’s military leverage against Iran nearly gone, warns former Israel Air Force commander

Speaking to 103FM on Thursday, Maj.-Gen. (res.) Eitan Ben Eliyahu said the Strait of Hormuz talks remained incomplete and warned that regional demands could stretch US air defenses thin.

US President Donald Trump gives thumbs-up as he walks from Marine One to board Air Force One, July 31, 2026; illustrative.

Three times as many Americans expect Iran war to destabilize, bring chaos to Middle East - poll

The six-day poll concluded on Monday, as Trump again backed away from threatened "massive attacks" on Iran, underscoring uncertainty surrounding a conflict he predicted would bring a swift victory.

People look at an "Iran war participation trophy" installation, placed by the protest group The Secret Handshake, in New York City, US, July 29, 2026.

Donald Trump unaware of US munitions shortage, prompting Camp David clash with Hegseth - report

The White House issued a statement from Trump, saying the US had “far more munitions than anyone in the world" and "far more than we need."

US President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth participate in a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, US, July 31, 2026.

Adviser to Mojtaba Khamenei claims hundreds of US soldiers killed, wounded in Iranian strikes

Rezaee's statement comes amid months of US airstrikes intended to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and compel Tehran to return to negotiations.

US forces operating in the Strait of Hormuz, July 17, 2026.

Israel raises alert, estimates Trump close to order new attacks on Iran, officials tell 'Post'

Israeli officials warn renewed US strikes on Iran could trigger attacks on Israel, as embassies urge citizens to consider leaving amid rising tensions.

A screengrab from a video released by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), which accompanied a press release describing the operation dubbed "Epic Fury", an attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, shows a flight deck crew member signaling an F‑35 jet on an aircraft carrier

Iranian regime insider threatens Gulf states, Israel if Tehran's energy infrastructure is attacked

Mohammad Marandi warned on Saturday that critical infrastructure across the Gulf and in Israel could be destroyed, as US officials reportedly raised concerns over missile-defense resources.

ANTI-MISSILE BATTERIES fire interception missiles toward incoming ballistic missiles launched from Iran, as seen over Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, April 4, 2026.

US Treasury sanctions networks supporting Iran’s Mahan Air, IRGC from India, China, Russia

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said those providing financial, logistical, or commercial support to the IRGC or Mahan Air are “helping sustain a terrorist enterprise."

An Iranian cleric walks past a billboard depicting a portrait of the former commander of the IRGC Aerospace Forces, Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, on February 21, 2026.

Trump’s Iran dilemma becomes battle for US public opinion as his approval hits all-time low

As of Thursday, recent polls showed Trump with approval below 40% as the Iran stalemate, fuel prices, and inflation narrowed his room to maneuver.

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026.