OPERATION EPIC FURY BEGINS
President Trump launched strikes on March 1, targeting Iran's nuclear program with hopes for a quick resolution.
IRAN RETALIATES IN THE GULF
Retaliatory strikes on tankers killed one crew member, escalating tensions in critical maritime corridors.
A GLOBAL CHOKEPOINT AT RISK
Iran threatens the Strait of Hormuz, the transit point for 20% of the world's global oil supply.
RUSSIA'S MASSIVE OIL WINDFALL
War-driven price spikes handed Russia up to $1.9 billion in extra oil taxes in just twelve days.
U.S. FARMERS FEEL THE SQUEEZE
Iowa corn farmers are facing a brutal margin squeeze as the conflict impacts domestic resources.
FERTILIZER COSTS SKYROCKET
U.S. fertilizer prices jumped between 25% and 77%, making essential supplies unaffordable for many.
GULF ALLIES GROW RESENTFUL
Saudi Arabia and the UAE resent being pulled into the fight without firm security promises from D.C.
ENERGY MARKETS IN TURMOIL
Global oil prices continue to spike as the conflict shows no sign of the quick end Trump predicted.
A PREDICTION FROM KENTUCKY
On Friday in Kentucky, the President doubled down, claiming the war will reach a swift conclusion.
THE COST OF ESCALATION
With Russia profiting and U.S. farmers struggling, the ripple effects of the war are felt worldwide.