Congress vs. White House: The Iran war powers showdown looms
War Powers Resolution vote cancellation in the US House highlights growing Republican divisions over President Trump's foreign policy
By Ajish P Joy May 22, 2026
Middle East
Final draft of US-Iran deal leaked? Lifting Hormuz blockade, immediate ceasefire among key points in potential agreement
Key US demands, such as dismantling Iran's nuclear program, exporting enriched uranium, limiting ballistic missiles, and ending support for proxy groups, are notably absent from the leaked draft and are to be negotiated later
By Sachin Jose May 22, 2026
UAE official warns Iran against overplaying its hand, says there's just 50-50 chance for ceasefire
Changes to the strait's status quo would have serious global repercussions, underscoring the importance for European countries to consider this issue in relation to their energy and trade concerns, says UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash
By Sachin Jose May 22, 2026-
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Why did Pakistan army chief Asim Munir call off his Iran trip despite Marco Rubio's 'good signs' remark?
While initial reports suggested Munir could visit Tehran, later updates indicated a postponement of his visit amidst ongoing complex negotiations
By Meera Suresh May 22, 2026 -
The price of war: Hormuz, Asia, and the Kingdoms that pay without fighting
The Strait of Hormuz did not need to be permanently shut to break the supply chains that depend on it. It only needed to become unsafe.
By Sultan A. Abudalhoum May 21, 2026 -
How Iran is using ceasefire to rebuild its combat readiness: US official says Tehran could restore pre-war capabilities in 6 months
Iran has allegedly been receiving support from Russia and China as it looks to restore its combat capabilities
By The Week News Desk May 21, 2026 -
Iran's new Supreme Leader mimics Bin Laden's secrecy tactics: ‘Khamenei won’t emerge’
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, reportedly adopts Osama bin Laden's communication strategy, relying on couriers for operational invisibility
By Meera Suresh May 21, 2026 -
Beyond Assad: Why Syria's IDPs still face a humanitarian catastrophe
Although Syria’s deadliest regime was replaced by the new one, food insecurity among the IDPs remains
By Nirmalshankar M May 21, 2026 -
Iran talks in 'final stages' but Trump in 'no hurry' to reach deal; IRGC threatens war beyond Middle East
'We're going to do some things that are a little bit nasty, but hopefully that won't happen,' said Donald Trump
By The Week News Desk May 20, 2026 -
Gulf pressure, rising oil prices and voter anger: The forces behind Trump’s pause on Iran attack
The Gulf states informed Washington that serious negotiations were under way and that there was a genuine possibility of a diplomatic breakthrough
By Ajish P Joy May 19, 2026
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