On Israel Update, Michael Doran discusses how the United States naval blockade is impacting the Iranian regime, and notes that Iran is suffering more than most reporters allow. He explores what options are on the table, what a deal should cover, why the war is reshuffling alliances, and, naturally, the case for Azerbaijan.
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China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People on April 21, 2026, in Beijing, China. (Getty Images)