With diplomacy stalled and Washington focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, the war may not have a clear end at all. Nancy Youssef argues the U.S. is focused on reopening the Strait, and the war may end with one issue resolved while Iran’s nuclear program and proxies go unaddressed.
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GENERAL • September 16, 2026