While the US, the world’s leading military power, has an overwhelming advantage on paper against Iran, if the two countries go to war, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has shown that absolute numbers can be deceptive on the battlefield.

Representatives from the two nations are set to meet in Geneva on Tuesday, local time, as US President Donald Trump tries to curb Tehran's nuclear program.

Iran’s Foreign Minister said the country’s strength comes from resisting global powers, even as talks with the US continue. While Iran insists it will enrich uranium, Washington has increased military pressure in the region.

The Islamic Republic can stage a march showing banners and military weaponry, manufacturing an appearance of unity. But when legitimacy is imposed on the people, then it's no longer legitimate.

Iran conflict's economic impact extends beyond direct combat, creating geo-economic shocks that destabilize regional stock markets and threaten diversification goals like Vision 2030

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu tells Knesset committee that Egyptian army is building its strength, "which needs to be monitored," adding he remains unsure of Trump's final decision on Tehran.

As the United States concentrates its military forces in the waters near Iran, Iran has announced the commencement of regular tri-service naval drills with China and Russia in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s state-affiliated Mehr News Agency (MNA) reported on the 18th,