# USA
In the US, there is now talk of the risks of a strategic defeat following a war with Iran
The war with Iran has cast doubt on the US’s ability to maintain its dominance in the Persian Gulf and guarantee the safety of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts and former US officials point to dwindling weapons stocks and Iran’s growing strength.
The US has depleted its weapons stocks following the war with Iran
Intense fighting between the US and Iran has led to a significant reduction in American missile and air defence systems. At the same time, according to US intelligence estimates, most Iranian missile launchers have remained intact.
Rubio has stated that the US is prepared to facilitate negotiations between Ukraine and Russia
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed the hope that Ukraine and Russia will resume talks in the near future. He said that Donald Trump’s administration is prepared to act as a mediator to bring about a diplomatic end to the war.
During his meeting with Trump, Xi Jinping stated that China was prepared to open its market further to the US
During the summit in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that China would continue to open its market to American businesses. The leaders of the US and China also discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East.
The Xi Jinping–Donald Trump Summit: Anticipating a Major Deal
US President Donald Trump will visit Beijing on 13–15 May for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The two sides plan to discuss trade disputes, Taiwan, the war against Iran and Russia’s war against Ukraine.
The Pentagon has sent military personnel to Ukraine to study the use of drones – Hegset
US Defence Secretary Pete Hagseth stated that the Pentagon had sent American military personnel to Ukraine to study the combat use of drones. According to him, the US aims to use the experience gained to develop its own defensive and offensive capabilities.
Trump has warned Iran that the war will be ended by force if it refuses to accept the US terms
US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington will “finish the job” if Iran does not agree to the US conditions regarding an end to the war and the nuclear programme. Tehran insists that the US must accept its latest peace plan.
Iran has restored access to 30 missile bases along the Strait of Hormuz following massive US strikes
New classified US intelligence assessments indicate that Iran retains access to most of its missile facilities along the Strait of Hormuz. This contradicts public statements by US President Donald Trump and members of his administration regarding the alleged complete weakening of the Iranian military.
Israel fears that Trump will strike a deal with Iran without achieving the war’s objectives
Israeli officials are concerned that US President Donald Trump might reach an agreement with Iran before the key issues that sparked the conflict between the two sides have been resolved.
Trump has named his 'dream team' for the 2028 presidential election
US President Donald Trump has described Vice-President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a "dream team" for the 2028 presidential election. However, he has so far refrained from offering his official endorsement.
The US is in talks to open three more military bases in Greenland
The United States is in talks with Denmark regarding the expansion of its military presence in Greenland. According to sources, Washington is seeking to open three new bases in the south of the island.
The US is in talks with Denmark over new military facilities in Greenland — BBC
The administration of US President Donald Trump is in talks with Denmark regarding the deployment of new military facilities in Greenland. These are intended to be used to monitor the activities of Russia and China.
