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Iran has solidified its control over the Strait of Hormuz, implementing a de facto toll system that prioritizes oil shipments to China while drastically reducing global oil traffic.
Mar 27, 2026
The Senate votes to fund most of Homeland Security operations, excluding ICE, in an effort to end airport chaos caused by the 40-day government shutdown.
China launches investigation into US trade policies as President Trump prepares for a critical Beijing visit in mid-May.
Iran's declaration of a closed Strait of Hormuz has driven oil prices above $110 a barrel, heightening global energy market tensions.
China could gain a strategic edge in digital finance as US lawmakers delay stablecoin regulation.
Vice President JD Vance takes on a pivotal role in negotiating a peace agreement with Iran, facing skepticism from Israel and mounting regional complexities.
Senator Marco Rubio joins G7 counterparts to address the escalating conflict with Iran, marking his first foreign trip since tensions flared.
Congressman Matt Gaetz cautions that escalating tensions with Iran could harm U.S. economic and security interests.
Despite unprecedented drone usage, neither Ukraine nor Russia has gained a decisive edge, prompting Western militaries to reconsider reliance on drone technology.
The US Navy is tackling workforce shortages and production delays by investing heavily in automated factories to build components for its Columbia- and Virginia-class submarines.
The US Senate has passed legislation funding most Homeland Security agencies while withholding appropriations from ICE and parts of Customs and Border Protection.
The Senate passed funding for TSA and most DHS agencies but excluded immigration enforcement amid ongoing budget disputes.
