Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Iran expert says Trump's 'war of choice' has morphed into a 'war of necessity'; Did the U.S. underestimate Iran’s drone threat?

Iran expert says Trump's 'war of choice' has morphed into a 'war of necessity' : NPR

 Did the U.S. underestimate Iran’s drone threat? : NPR

Cheap drones are reshaping modern warfare — and catching the U.S. off guard

Iran War Underscores the Diverging Aims of U.S. and Israel - The New York Times

The United States views Iran through a prism of global responsibilities and strategic goals. Israel has a more regional approach. After nearly three weeks of war, their paths are diverging.

Iran Executes 3 Men, Including Teenage Wrestler Saleh Mohammadi - The New York Times

The Iranian authorities accused the men of killing two police officers during anti-government protests in January. Human rights groups had raised concerns about the cases against them.