Editorial: The US has overwhelming military power. Yet the battle has moved to oil routes, alliances and domestic politics – where Tehran is testing western unity

European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war isn't really an option.

As EU foreign ministers weigh joining a U.S. coalition in the Persian Gulf, allies are demanding clarity on war aims, warning it's not NATO's fight.