Trump’s UN speech, Iran threat and media battle explained
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Ambassador Ian Kelly discusses President Trump’s tough language toward Iran, the response from world leaders and the administration’s ongoing conflict with major news organizations.

Trump at UN on Iran war: 'Or do I annihilate the Islamic Republic?'
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While speaking at the United Nations Tuesday, President Trump asked all nations to join the U.S. to economically isolate Iran until they stop attacking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump’s busy week: Iran, Greenland and NATO tensions
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Political science professor William Muck discusses President Trump’s upcoming meetings, the war with Iran, a new security agreement with Greenland and concerns about Russia’s intentions toward NATO.

How surging oil prices could raise the cost of consumer goods
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Energy expert Carolyn Kissane explains how disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz could affect groceries, trucking and everyday products.

US calls Iran’s claim to have struck an unmanned vessel 'a total lie'

The U.S. military rejected an Iranian assertion that its forces struck an unmanned American vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins called the claim “a total lie."

US strikes 3 Iranian oil tankers after missiles fired at Navy ships

The US military alleged the three tankers are part of a network that funnels billions of dollars to the Revolutionary Guard and its proxies.

How record diesel prices could raise costs for consumers
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A policy expert explains how fuel prices, trade tensions and oil reserves could affect transportation costs, everyday goods and prices at the pump.

National average price for diesel reaches all-time high at $5.85 a gallon

The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.  

US faces growing global tensions as conflicts, military leadership shift
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Political science professor William Muck breaks down the latest developments involving Iran, China, and recent changes in U.S. military leadership, explaining what they could mean for America's role on the world stage.

US forces launch first attack on Iran in a month

The U.S. military launched its first attack on Iranian forces in a month to prevent them from placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official told The Associated Press.

Trump says Iran is in ‘deep trouble’ as war hits six-month mark
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The war with Iran reached the six-month mark Friday with no direct talks underway as President Trump says Tehran is in “deep trouble” and U.S. forces work to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

What Iran leadership uncertainty could mean for U.S. negotiations
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University of Chicago political science professor Paul Poast discusses reports surrounding Iran’s supreme leader and how uncertainty over the country’s leadership could affect negotiations with the United States.

Pentagon updates casualties: 757 injured in ongoing Iran conflict and overseas operations

The number of U.S. military service members injured since the February 28 start of Operation Epic Fury and Overseas Operations has risen to 757, according to the Pentagon’s Defense Casualty Analysis System. 

Expert analysis: Trump directs Pentagon to scale down military exercises with South Korea
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North Central College professor William Muck discusses President Trump’s decision to scale down joint military exercises with South Korea and what it could mean for U.S. alliances and regional security.

Trump admin says oil is moving through Strait of Hormuz as gas prices remain above $4
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The Trump administration says more oil is moving through the Strait of Hormuz and gas prices will fall, as Democrats raise concerns about the toll the conflict with Iran is taking on U.S. service members.

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for USS Cole victims and others killed in combat

President Donald Trump is now demanding Iran pay compensation for the families of those killed in the bombing of the USS Cole and thousands of others who have been killed in combat and in protest against Iran. 

Iran reveals demands as 60-day peace talks window winds down

Iranian leadership published a new list of its demands before Tehran would allow the Strait of Hormuz to open again.