US-Iran War: No End in Sight

0:00It's March 26, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Global News Today, your AI-powered world briefing. The United States war with Iran drags on with no clear end in sight. President Trump pushed a 15-point peace plan demanding Iran, drop its nuclear program, curb missiles, and reopen the strait of Hormuz, which carries 20 percent of the world's oil. Iran flat out rejected it, insisting it controls the war's pace and won't let enemy ships through. Trump paused new strikes for five days, claiming major progress and talks led by his negotiators. But Iran's four minister denied any negotiations exist, and officials there say they'll in the fight only on their terms. Meanwhile, the U.S. deployed over 1,000 pair of troopers from the 82nd Airborne Division to gain leverage in the Persian Gulf. Reactions split sharply along party lines and among experts. White House officials project confidence, with House Speaker Mike Johnson saying operations are wrapping up soon.

1:01Yet some Republicans like Congresswoman Nancy Mace oppose ground troops and former officials worry. Trump lacks a solid strategy, calling moves, reactive rather than planned. The strait of Hormuz remains a huge headache, with Iranian attacks on ships driving up oil prices and no help from NATO allies. Military voices suggest troops might target Carg Island, Iran's key oil export hub, to force control of the waterway. Critics warn this risks more U.S. lives without guaranteeing victory. As both sides dig in, the conflict's path stays unpredictable, with high stakes for global energy and U.S. politics heading into midterms.