Kurdish Policy Analysis

From War Threats to Peace Talks in Hours: What Is Really Happening Between the US and Iran? March 23, 2026 | By Pshtiwan Faraj U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington and Tehran have held “very good and productive conversations ” aimed at achieving a “complete and total resolution of hostilities” in the Middle East, signaling a possible дипломатический shift after weeks of escalating conflict. In remarks released Monday, Trump indicated that discussions between U.S. and Iranian officials had taken place over the past two days and would continue throughout the week, raising cautious hopes for de-escalation in a conflict that has shaken global energy markets and regional stability. Talks Amid Escalation The announcement comes at a critical moment. Just hours earlier, Trump had threatened military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure unless Tehran reopened the Strait of Hormuz , a vital global oil route. The crisis has intensified in recent days, with both sides exchanging...

 From Gulf states to global media, the quiet shifts behind the scenes may reveal more about the Iran war’s outcome than the war itself. March 22, 2026 — By Pshtiwan Faraj  A growing number of geopolitical signals suggest momentum in the conflict between the United States and Iran may be shifting, according to historian and military analyst Victor Davis Hanson , who argues that the behavior of regional and global actors offers a clearer picture than official statements. Speaking in a recent commentary, Hanson said that despite competing narratives surrounding the war, the actions of governments, media outlets and military forces indicate a potential advantage for Washington — though independent verification of battlefield conditions remains limited. Shifting Positions Among Allies and Partners European governments, traditionally cautious in military engagements, are showing signs of increased alignment with the United States, Hanson said. While early responses were muted, ...