Defense Priorities

Articles

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Iran, Israel‑Iran, Middle East

The Iran War is a whole new level of quagmire for the U.S.

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

August 12, 2026

Op-edMiddle East

The Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkey deal provides the U.S. with an opportunity

By Daniel DePetris

August 11, 2026

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Iran, Israel‑Iran, Middle East

Trump responds as Iran says U.S. must meet these six demands if Strait of Hormuz is to reopen

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

August 10, 2026

Op-edUS‑Israel‑Iran, Iran, Middle East

Why the Trump administration will have to accept a Hormuz toll

By Daniel DePetris

August 10, 2026

Op-edVenezuela, Western Hemisphere

Letter: U.S. theory of subordination is playing out in Venezuela

By Daniel DePetris

August 10, 2026

Op-edMiddle East

The Mecca pact could be a gift to Trump

By Daniel DePetris

August 8, 2026