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Weekly Wrap-Up: War in Iran
- Mar 22
- 2 min read
Written by Rūta Zdancevičiūtė
Edited by Annika Lilja
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Top story from the US:
President Trump’s war in Iran is spiraling beyond his control. While initial military strikes hit Iran hard, Tehran has escalated by closing the crucial Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and regional stability. With no clear exit strategy and growing regional tensions, the conflict risks becoming a prolonged crisis that could define and challenge his presidency.
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Top story from Europe:
Europe’s top political focus has been on navigating the escalating conflict in the Middle East, with EU leaders united in keeping the war in Iran at arm’s length. While firmly supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression, the EU seeks to avoid direct military involvement in the Iran crisis, emphasizing diplomacy amid rising energy and security concerns.
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Top story from Asia:
The Israeli and U.S. war on Iran is hitting Southeast Asia hard, with rising oil prices and disrupted supply chains affecting everyday people. President Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy has made ASEAN (The Association of Southeast Asian Nations) leaders wary of becoming unintended targets. This conflict is testing U.S. and ASEAN relations, forcing the region to balance its own interests amid pressure from a powerful but unpredictable ally.
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