The latest on new sanctions for Russia and what appears to be a dramatic waning of patience for some of Israel’s allies. Plus: we discuss the benefits of elevating mayors to a country’s presidency.

Iran vows to keep blocking Strait of Hormuz as three more cargo ships are attacked in the Gulf
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The widening global conflict at the US diverts South Korean missile defences to the Middle East
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With promises of a short war, how likely is a quick collapse or popular uprising in Iran?
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