John P. Ruehl

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  • Jul 31, 2026
    A nominal ceasefire reached in April 2026 has done little to halt the escalation in the Persian Gulf. After Iran’s “attempted surprise attack” against US forces on...
  • May 30, 2026
    Stabilizing a rivalry that has historically never found its footing will require both to reconsider their global and regional roles  
  • Jan 15, 2026
    Following the dramatic seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3, 2026, Trump’s comments about taking control of Venezuela’s oil industry...