Iran has announced plans for a new EXCLUSION ZONE near the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with the United States escalate again. But can Iran actually enforce its new red line against the U.S. Navy?
In today's Max Afterburner, we break down the latest breaking news from Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, recent CENTCOM operations, Iranian threats against American forces and the growing confrontation over one of the world's most strategically important waterways.
As a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, I'll break down two hero platforms that could be critical in a contested Persian Gulf: the F-35 Lightning II and E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. We look at stealth, sensor fusion, airborne early warning, command-and-control, carrier aviation and why the American carrier strike group operates as an integrated combat system.
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Jack Keane says the United States is applying unprecedented pressure on Iran — and that this strategy could represent a fundamental change in how Washington deals with the Iranian regime.

Speaking about Secretary Scott Bessent’s economic campaign, Keane argues that the objective is no longer simply to force Tehran back to the negotiating table. Instead, the administration appears determined to attack Iran’s ability to generate revenue, move money and sustain the regime itself.

Keane explains why he believes Iran could face extraordinary economic pressure, why another temporary agreement may not be enough, and why President Trump may be unwilling to simply pass the Iran problem to another administration.

The discussion also examines the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s attacks on commercial tankers, Russia’s support for Tehran and Vladimir Putin’s increasingly difficult position in Ukraine.

Keane argues that Russia is facing growing economic and military pressure, while Ukraine continues to strike deep inside Russian territory and improve its ability to defend against Russian attacks. He says the United States and its allies should focus particularly on strengthening Ukraine’s ballistic-missile defenses.

From Iran’s financial lifelines to Russia’s war in Ukraine, Keane describes a rapidly changing strategic environment — and warns that the next phase could be very different from anything seen before.

This video analyzes Jack Keane’s comments and the strategic arguments presented in the interview.

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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared an image appearing to show the collapse of a surveillance watchtower following US airstrikes on Iran's strategic Chabahar Port on the Gulf of Oman. The port is a critical trade gateway for Afghanistan and gives Iran direct access to the Arabian Sea. While Iranian state media confirmed a fresh round of US strikes, it did not immediately confirm the reported tower collapse. The strikes come as Washington expands its campaign against Iran, with Tehran responding through missile and drone attacks targeting US-linked sites across the Gulf. Watch the full report for the latest developments.

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The U.S. expanded its military campaign against Iran with new strikes targeting IRGC infrastructure around the Strait of Hormuz as officials argued Tehran violated prior commitments and threatened global shipping. Fox News' Peter Doocy reports from the White House. #foxnews #iran #trump #middleeast #breakingnews #straitofhormuz #nationalsecurity

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Fox News’ Mike Tobin reports on the latest U.S. strikes targeting Iranian missile and drone sites near the Strait of Hormuz. Former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mark Wallace provides analysis on ‘Fox & Friends.’ #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxnews #foxandfriends #iran #iranian #middleeast #straitofhormuz #hormuz #military #airstrike #missiles #drones #nationalsecurity #defense #foreignpolicy #war #global #un #donaldtrump #trump

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The United States has executed an additional round of military strikes against Iran, occurring just hours after President Trump declared that the ceasefire is officially over. The decision to strike follows a recent incident where Iran attacked commercial ships navigating the critical Strait of Hormuz waterway. President Trump addressed these escalating tensions while closing out the NATO summit held in Turkey, clarifying the current parameters of the administration's military approach.

During his closing remarks, President Trump emphasized that the primary goal of Operation Epic Fury remains entirely unchanged, asserting that the administration will never allow Iran to possess a nuclear weapon. While he noted a significantly diminished interest in pursuing diplomatic channels and expressed readiness to launch further military actions, he specified that these measures would not mark a return to an all-out war. He stated that any prospective action would be over very quickly and that the United States is not looking for a long-term engagement.

The escalating situation with Iran quickly dominated the narrative at the NATO summit, overshadowing multiple other agenda items scheduled with European allies. Although President Trump initially arrived at the summit frustrated by a lack of early support from European leaders, he later noted a strong sense of unification among the members. Meanwhile, Iran has issued retaliatory threats, vowing to completely close the Strait of Hormuz and target oil facilities situated in various Gulf nations if the United States proceeds with further military strikes.

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Fox News correspondent Mark Meredith has more on the strikes that follow reported Iranian attacks on commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz on ‘The Five.’

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Fox News foreign correspondent Jeff Paul reports on regional progress claims and the stalling tactics of the Iranian regime. Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. John Teichert critiques the slow pace of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks.

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Iran's reported drone strike on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship raises new questions about security in the Strait of Hormuz and the future of U.S.-Iran negotiations. #foxnews #iran #straitofhormuz #trump #middleeast #nationalsecurity #breakingnews

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