Defense Priorities

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

Will Iran become a two-front war?

By Daniel DePetris

September 15, 2026

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Middle East

Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July as U.S. and Iran trade strikes

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

September 9, 2026

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