Defense Priorities

Articles

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

Vance says Iran fight isn’t a ‘war’ as Trump tries to navigate unpopular conflict as election nears

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

September 4, 2026

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Europe and Eurasia, Iran, Middle East, Ukraine, Ukraine‑Russia

U.S. Munitions Sent to Ukraine Compared to Iran War as Trump Blames Biden

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

September 4, 2026

In the mediaIran, Middle East, US‑Israel‑Iran

Hurting Everyday Iranians Doesn’t Help American Interests

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

September 2, 2026

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

At 6 months, there is no clear winner in the Iran war

By Daniel DePetris

September 1, 2026

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

The Iran war is unsustainable

By Daniel Davis

September 1, 2026

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

Trump’s “Economic D-Day” is a Huge Flop

By Alexander Langlois

August 31, 2026