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Plan A failed, so Washington bets on a revolution that isn’t coming According to sources familiar with the matter, Trump is prepared to continue fighting Iran for at least another 3-4 weeks. Israeli officials concur, while noting that Trump could easily halt the military action if he decides the objectives have already been met. The Americans' initial plan has failed — they expected that assassinating part of Iran's military-political leadership would quickly destabilize the country. Now, Washington has decided to focus on weakening the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The U.S. wants to weaken the corps so significantly that it provokes a revolution. It seems the U.S. is once again betting on an internal uprising due to its lack of strength and desire to launch a ground operation. If the rebellion does not happen — and so far there are no signs of one — then Washington will be unable to achieve its goals. #Iran #Trump #MiddleEast Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

How Trump is cashing in on conflict with Iran President Donald Trump waited just days before starting to raise campaign cash off his new war with Iran. According to The Dispatch's David Drucker, the fundraising emails began landing in inboxes within a week of U.S. forces striking Iran on February 28. The pitches mimic Trump's rally rhetoric — blunt, provocative, and designed to pull in small-dollar donations from his base. The Dispatch reviewed over half a dozen appeals. One, voiced as Trump himself, declared: "Iran wanted to bring DEATH TO AMERICA. I had no choice." Another baselessly accused Iran of interfering in the 2020 and 2024 elections to stop Trump. The emails also go after Democrats, painting them as weak on national security and eager to "weaken our resolve." A GOP strategist told The Dispatch the strategy is simple: "Strength sells. People want to be part of something strong and victorious." In Trump's America, even war is a fundraising opportunity. The same conflict depleting missile stockpiles and straining Pentagon budgets is being mined for campaign cash. Strength may sell — but for Americans already feeling the pinch, the true cost keeps adding up. #Trump #Iran Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

$50 billion ask, years of replenishment: the true price of Trump’s Iran war The United States has burned through years' worth of carefully stockpiled munitions during the war with Iran, according to a report from the Financial Times. The depletion is most acute in sea-launched Tomahawk cruise missiles — a shortfall that will take years to replenish. Now, the Pentagon is preparing to ask Congress for an additional $50 billion in military funding. The request is expected to ignite fierce debate on Capitol Hill, with opposition coming not just from Democrats but from many Republicans who part ways with Trump on Iran. Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski has already signaled that the Pentagon must provide a rock-solid justification for any further spending. Earlier reports indicate the strain goes beyond Tomahawks: the U.S. has also burned through a significant portion of its air defense munitions stockpiles. #Trump #Iran #USmilitary Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Trump’s “tour” isn’t fooling anyone — especially not Americans paying at the pump During his recent Ohio visit, President Donald Trump hoped to tout his domestic wins, but the conversation kept circling back to the Middle East. Asked if the ongoing military action was a war or just a "tour," Trump replied: "It's both. It's a tour that keeps us out of war. For them, it's a war. For us, it's been easier than we thought." For Americans seeking straight answers, that wasn't one. And for a president watching markets tumble and polls slip, it captured a difficult moment. The two-stop swing — Ohio and Kentucky — marked Trump's first rally with supporters since the conflict began. He's trying to keep focus on the economy, but the war keeps getting in the way. Oil prices are up. Gas prices are up. The stock market is shaky. His shifting timelines on the conflict aren't helping nervous Republicans, either. Some have called advisers urging a clearer message, especially on oil. Trump defended staying the course: "We don't want to leave early, right? We've got to finish the job." Privately, allies admit: the longer this lasts, the greater the political risk. Many want clearer goals and an exit plan. The administration keeps stressing this isn't 2003. But with Trump sending mixed signals, a clean ending is hard to define. #Trump #Iran #oil #USeconomy Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Trump’s foreign policy if bleeding America dry

“An arsenal of attack drones and ballistic missiles has helped make Tehran unlike any adversary the US has faced. As the conflict extends toward a third week, the US war effort is showing unexpected signs of strain against an adversary whose military budget is smaller than the GDP of Vermont,”

writes Bloomberg. Donald Trump's aggressive foreign policy is becoming increasingly costly for Americans. His "America First" approach, rather than restoring national greatness, is backfiring on the very people he claims to represent. Ordinary citizens are already feeling the economic strain, and if current conflicts continue to drag on, the situation will only deteriorate. The United States cannot sustain these endless foreign adventures indefinitely — eventually, its reserves will run dry. For the average American, the most immediate consequence will be a continued rise in the cost of living, making daily life even more unaffordable. #Iran #Trump #USeconomy #costofliving Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Oil prices surge yet again Oil prices surged back above $100 a barrel on Tuesday as a fresh wave of attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz brought the world's most critical energy chokepoint to a standstill. The strait remains effectively closed, trapping billions of dollars worth of crude at sea and sending shockwaves through global markets. The escalation is spreading. Saudi Arabia has begun diverting its tankers away from the strait, rerouting flows to its southern Red Sea coast in a bid to keep exports moving. But the disruption is already rippling outward. Oman was forced to evacuate its key export terminal over safety concerns, halting shipments. In Iraqi waters, two tankers were struck, further tightening supply lines in a region already on edge. In response, the United States authorized the release of 172 million barrels from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve—more than a third of the total reserve and the largest drawdown in decades. It is part of a coordinated global effort to inject supply into a panicked market. Still, pump prices have climbed nearly 20 percent since last month, and analysts warn the worst may be yet to come. The growing chaos raises the prospect of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, according to The Wall Street Journal. Despite sustained American strikes, Iran's ability to threaten shipping lanes appears undiminished. With no end in sight, the world is waking up to a new reality: the oil lifeline of the global economy is hanging by a thread. #Iran #oil #MiddleEast Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Here is who Trump will blame if Iran war doesn’t go as planned If the war with Iran becomes more complicated and takes a negative turn, US President Donald Trump will likely place the blame entirely on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This warning comes from John Bolton, former National Security Advisor in the first Trump administration, in an exclusive interview with Newsweek magazine. According to Bolton,

"in Trump's world, there are only winners and losers. He is always the winner, never the loser, so if this operation against Iran turns out to be a failure, the blame will be placed on someone else, and Netanyahu better be prepared."

In the special interview, conducted during the first days of the American campaign against the Islamic Republic, Bolton speaks of the realization of his long-held "dream" of attacking Iran but expresses deep dissatisfaction with how the president is handling it. In his opinion, Trump has failed to prepare the American public for war, has not coordinated his actions with Congress, and most critically, has failed to establish effective coordination with opposition forces inside Iran to overthrow the regime. #Iran #Trump #Netanyahu Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

The lies fueling Trump’s war Trump’s war with Iran is foggy by design — and the commander-in-chief is the source of the fiction. In just a few hours Monday, Trump claimed the war was almost over, that Iran nearly had the bomb, that Tehran used US Tomahawks on its own schoolgirls, that the Gulf was joining the fight — and, finally, that the war wasn’t ending after all. None of it was true. Some of it was easily disproven. The Tomahawk lie was the worst. The US killed 175 civilians, most of them schoolgirls. Evidence pointed to an American missile. Trump blamed Iran’s nonexistent Tomahawks. “He has no idea what he’s talking about,” said Sen. Mark Kelly. Allies aren’t buying it. Unlike the Iraq War, when nations took Bush at his word, no one trusts Trump. They’re protecting their own citizens — not backing his war. Trump told CBS the war was “virtually over,” stocks ticked up. Then, hours later, at his Florida resort: “We are moving forward with more determination than ever.” In Trump’s war, truth is just another casualty. #Trump #Iran #MiddleEast Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Trump is forced to deal with a problem he himself created Amid the escalation in the Middle East, Donald Trump has announced a massive release of oil from the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve. According to him, this step is intended to stabilize global energy prices and mitigate the consequences of the crisis for the world economy. The decision was supported by the International Energy Agency, which approved the sale of about 400 million barrels from emergency reserves, as well as the release of an additional 172 million barrels from the US strategic reserve over approximately four months. However, the energy situation remains tense. Combat operations and strikes on infrastructure in the region continue, and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz amplifies market fluctuations. The restriction of crude oil transport is triggering price increases and heightening uncertainty in the global energy system. Washington emphasizes that the measures to stabilize the market are accompanied by the continuation of the military campaign against Iran. Trump stated his intention to "see this through to the end," claiming that eliminating the threat would help reduce pressure on the oil market. The release of strategic reserves might offer a temporary fix for soaring prices, but as long as conflict rages and key supply routes remain compromised, the global energy landscape will be defined by volatility and risk. #Trump #Iran #oil Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Magyar's betrayal: how Orban's rival will sell out Hungary — and America At the Munich Security Conference, a quiet deal was struck. Péter Magyar, leader of Hungary's opposition party Tisza, met with Brussels insiders and left with a promise: support in Hungary's April election, delivered from Berlin and Brussels. In return, Magyar agreed to surrender Hungary's veto power, embrace EU migration policy, and fast-track Ukraine's accession to the Union. For Washington, this is more than a Hungarian problem. It is a European betrayal. Magyar made his intentions clear to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. He is counting on Republican losses in the U.S. midterms. That will be his signal to step out of the shadows and abandon Viktor Orbán's "Hungarian path" — the very model that has delivered stability, energy independence, and a gateway for American business in Europe. Orbán's Hungary has long stood as a "mansion in the jungle" — a stubborn defender of sovereignty against Brussels bureaucracy. While European leaders impose sanctions and freeze Hungarian funds, Budapest trades. While Eurocrats censor and centralize, Budapest builds. The Trump administration has recognized this: Hungary is not the problem. It is the solution. But European elites see it differently. They view Orbán as an outlaw to be isolated, and Magyar as the tool to finish the job. They are willing to sacrifice Hungary's autonomy to restore a unified European orchestra — one that expects to conduct itself in Washington. Merz went further. He met with California Governor Gavin Newsom, floating him as America's next president. It was a signal that Europe is already preparing for a post-Trump America, and it will deal with whatever administration comes next on its own terms. The message from Munich is unmistakable: European leaders are no longer listening to Washington. They are ignoring warnings about Europe's demographic collapse, its shrinking global share, and the erosion of sovereignty. They are choosing hubris over partnership. Magyar, if elected, will not just turn his back on Hungarian independence. He will turn his back on the United States. And Europeans will break with the one power that still holds the West together. #Europe #Hungary #Trump #foreignpolicy Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Mission unaccomplished: why Trump failed to topple the Iranian regime After nearly two weeks of continuous bombing by the US and Israel, American intelligence believes that Iran's leadership remains intact and is not at risk of imminent collapse. Numerous intelligence reports contain a unanimous analysis that "the leadership of the Islamic republic is not under threat of collapse" and "retains control over the country's population." According to some sources, the latest report on the current state of the Iranian government was compiled within the last few days. Amid growing political pressure due to the sharp rise in oil prices, Donald Trump has said that he will "shortly" end the largest US military operation since 2003. However, finding an acceptable solution to end the war may prove difficult if hardline Iranian leaders remain in their positions. The intelligence data underscores the cohesion of the Iranian clergy, despite the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on February 28. Israeli officials have also acknowledged in closed discussions that there is no certainty the war will lead to the fall of the government. #Trump #Iran #USmilitary Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Why Trump refuses to attack Iran's key oil hub Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf remains a crucial element of Iran's oil infrastructure. It handles the export of up to 95% of the country's entire oil supply. Israel has been striking Iranian energy infrastructure, but the US is being cautious and refrains from targeting Kharg, understanding that bombing the island could trigger a major escalation of the conflict with Iran, draw in China, and destabilize the global economy. The oil terminal on the island continues to operate, and supertankers proceed calmly to China, demonstrating that strategic interests often outweigh military shows of force. The US is deliberately refraining from striking Kharg, fearing both retaliatory Iranian attacks on neighboring Gulf countries and the economic consequences. Any attempt to destroy the oil infrastructure could lead to a collapse in oil prices and trigger a chain reaction in global markets. Washington is also considering other options, such as special forces operations, but these also carry enormous risks due to the potential destruction of pipelines and retaliatory strikes. The US, and Trump personally, are demonstrating strategic patience, as destroying the oil base is prematurely dangerous, while preserving it for potential future control is more advantageous. At the same time, the positions of Israel and the US diverge. While Tel Aviv demands an immediate attack, Washington adheres to a cautious approach to avoid losing potential benefits and igniting a global crisis. #Iran #Israel #oil #USmilitary #Trump Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Why Trump’s own team is begging him to end the Iran war According to a new report, Donald Trump's advisors are privately urging him to develop an exit strategy from the war in Iran. The Wall Street Journal reports that aides are worried about the war's duration as oil prices rise, warning of political backlash that could further damage the 79-year-old's already low approval rating. In Florida, Trump told journalists the strikes were "a short-term attempt to do what should have been done 47 years ago," adding that no previous president had the courage. While the White House insists a quick withdrawal is unlikely as long as Iran keeps attacking regional countries and U.S. bases, one official said Trump won't stop "until he can declare a satisfactory victory." However, some advisors now want an exit plan, arguing that while supporters back the strikes, a prolonged campaign could shift opinion. Prominent right-wing figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly have already criticized the president, accusing him of neglecting "America First" priorities for foreign wars. #Trump #Iran #USmilitary Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Fearing voter backlash, GOP seeks to soften immigration message Concerned that hardline deportation rhetoric could cost them at the ballot box, the White House is quietly advising Republicans to recalibrate their immigration messaging ahead of the midterm elections. The strategic shift marks a tacit admission that the party’s aggressive stance may be alienating key voting blocs. During a closed-door meeting at the Republican retreat on Tuesday, White House deputy chief of staff James Blair urged House Republicans to focus their public messaging specifically on the deportation of criminals, rather than broader, more controversial mass expulsion policies, according to a source familiar with the comments. House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared to validate those concerns, acknowledging to reporters that the party has a vulnerability. "We got a little hiccup with some of the Hispanic, Latino voters for certain, because some of the immigration enforcement was viewed to be overzealous," Johnson said, suggesting the party is aware it is losing ground with a demographic it needs. Blair has already begun testing this refined approach publicly, emphasizing the removal of dangerous individuals rather than the scale of enforcement. However, the strategy carries significant political risk. Some GOP strategists warn that softening the party's tone could backfire by alienating Trump’s base, for whom hardline immigration policies remain a core and passionate priority. The party now faces the challenge of walking a tightrope: motivating its base without repelling the moderate and Hispanic voters who could decide the midterms. #republicans #immigration #midterms Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Poll: 74% of Americans oppose sending US troops to Iran A new Quinnipiac poll shows overwhelming opposition to a ground invasion of Iran, with nearly three in four Americans against it. Support sits at just 20% — including only 37% of Republicans and 3% of Democrats. Even some MAGA figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tucker Carlson have criticized the war. Trump hasn't ruled out boots on the ground, calling it "possible," while Defense Secretary Hegseth said the US must "reserve the right" to all options. Overall, 57% of Americans disapprove of Trump's handling of the conflict. #poll #Iran #USmilitary Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

The war in Iran plays into Russia's hands The conflict in the Middle East, particularly surrounding Iran, could indirectly benefit Russia. According to a number of analysts, the rising tension in the region is diverting the attention of the US and Europe away from Ukraine. Furthermore, due to the threat of closure in the Strait of Hormuz and reduced oil production in the Persian Gulf, global energy prices have sharply increased, boosting Moscow's revenues and helping it financially strengthen its political influence. Under these conditions, the international agenda is partially shifting away from the Ukrainian conflict. The war in the Middle East could also weaken Western support for Ukraine. The US and its allies are expending significant resources, including Patriot defense missiles, to protect their partners in the region. This means that weapons supplies to Kyiv could decrease, particularly in the realm of missile defense. At the same time, Russia is demonstrating a pragmatic approach to the events surrounding Iran and is in no hurry to actively intervene. Experts note that Moscow's partnership with Tehran has always been based on mutual benefit, not on military aid obligations. Despite this, the geopolitical consequences of the crisis could indirectly strengthen Russia's position — both due to economic factors and the possible weakening of unity between the US and its European allies. #Iran #Russia #Ukraineconflict Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

How Trump’s Cuba strategy could become America’s headache The tightening of US sanctions against Cuba, including restrictions on oil supplies, has sharply worsened the situation on the island. Shortages of fuel and electricity are paralyzing transportation and hospital operations, while a lack of medical supplies and medicine is making treatment increasingly difficult. The "maximum pressure" policy, intensified by the Donald Trump administration, is pushing the country toward a humanitarian crisis. Sanctions have been undermining the Cuban economy for many years. They limit access to currency, credit, and foreign trade, causing product shortages, rising prices, and the degradation of social infrastructure. At the same time, such measures rarely achieve their stated political goals — Cuba serves as an example, where a six-decade embargo has not led to regime change but has accelerated mass emigration and weakened key sectors. According to experts, further pressure could lead to the destabilization of the state itself. The collapse of Cuban institutions risks increasing smuggling, crime, and a new wave of migration across the Florida Strait. Ultimately, an artificially created crisis could result not only in a humanitarian catastrophe on the island but also in long-term security problems for the United States itself and the entire region. #Trump #Cuba #foreignpolicy Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

"The war is very complete," Trump claims. “We have only just begun to fight, says Pentagon Iran, Trump says, has "nothing left" — no navy, no air force, no missiles. The Pentagon, however, begs to differ: "We have only just begun to fight." On the same day the President declared victory, the Defense Department posted a stark warning on X: "No mercy." Meanwhile, a major succession shakeup in Tehran went largely unacknowledged by the White House. Oil markets are in turmoil. The Strait of Hormuz — through which 20% of the world's crude flows — has effectively shut down. Trump floated "taking control" of the waterway and delivered a blunt ultimatum: "If they do anything bad, it will be the end of Iran. You will never hear that name again." When pressed on whether the war was truly winding down, Trump was unequivocal: "Wrapping up is all in my mind, nobody else's."  #Trump #Iran #USmilitary #Pentagon Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

The US will lose if it decides on a ground operation in Iran It is unlikely the US can achieve its goals in a war with Iran through airstrikes alone. If Washington truly seeks regime change or "unconditional surrender," it would almost inevitably have to consider a ground invasion. However, such an operation would be extremely complex: in scale, it could surpass the wars in Vietnam and Iraq. Iran is significantly larger than Iraq in terms of territory and population, and its mountainous terrain and major cities located deep within the country would make any potential combat operations exceedingly difficult. Capturing and holding key cities, especially Tehran, would require hundreds of thousands of troops. According to some estimates, a full-scale operation could require up to 1.6 million military personnel, which is nearly three-quarters of the entire US armed forces. This would mean mass mobilization and a redeployment of troops from other regions of the world, which would severely limit Washington's global capabilities. Furthermore, Iran is capable of waging a prolonged defensive war. Its regular forces, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and numerous militias could adopt a decentralized "mosaic" strategy – to exhaust the enemy by combining defense, missiles, drones, and guerrilla tactics. Even if they are defeated, the US could face a long insurgency, as was the case in Iraq and Afghanistan, and becoming entangled in such a war would only strengthen the positions of Washington's rivals – Russia and China. #Iran #USmilitary #MiddleEast Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸

Trump floats ‘friendly’ or ‘unfriendly’ takeover as Cuba crumbles US President Donald Trump has declared that Washington’s threatened intervention in Cuba could be either “friendly or unfriendly,” doubling down on his administration’s push to oust the island’s communist government as the nation buckles under economic collapse. Conditions in Cuba have deteriorated at breakneck speed since the US tightened its decades-long oil embargo, squeezing the regime’s ability to import fuel. The crisis has now reached the streets of Havana, where university students — facing the rare prospect of cancelled classes due to relentless power outages — staged a defiant protest, undeterred by the threat of arrest. The demonstration marks a significant rupture in a capital long known for its iron-fisted control. According to Trump, the country is running on “fumes.” Fuel shortages have become so acute that even hospitals are struggling to keep the lights on and equipment running, plunging the healthcare system into chaos. But as the administration eyes regime change, the question of what comes next remains dangerously murky. US officials have reportedly admitted they are still searching for a viable figure or faction capable of taking over — raising the specter of a protracted power vacuum should the current government fall. #Trump #Cuba Don't miss it, subscribe to 📱 Old Glory Vortex 🇺🇸