A US defense official stated that American forces have conducted operations in Iraq concurrently with the military campaign being carried out by the U.S. and “Israel” against Iran.

U.S. involvement in the war against Iran, amid criticism that it prioritizes Israeli interests over “America First,” is fueling political divisions, weakening Republican support, and raising historical concerns that the party of the sitting president could face major losses in the 2026 midterm elections.

While Middle Eastern economies and global markets suffered significant losses due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, weapons manufacturers emerged as the biggest beneficiaries of this conflict.

The U.S. labeled Sudan’s Muslim Brotherhood and al-Baraa bin Malik Brigade as terrorist groups over Iran ties and war involvement, a move welcomed by the UAE.

Mojtaba Khamenei has been chosen by the Assembly of Experts as Iran’s new Supreme Leader after Ali Khamenei, a move expected to strengthen hardliners and potentially escalate tensions with the United States, as Donald Trump warned he could support assassinating him if Iran rejects U.S. demands.