Day 16 of the US-Israel war on Iran.
\nThe US president says he is not content with a deal proposed by the Iranians to stop the war. However, the Iranian Foreign Minister states that there are no on-going talks and definitely no discussions regarding a ceasefire. The nightmare continues.
\n074/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-15T23:32:07+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/15/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/14/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html", "content_html": "Day 15 of the US-Israel war on Iran.
\nIn yet another about turn, after declaring that the US had “obliterated” the Iranian military, the US president has appealed to allies to provide war ships to defend commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. NB there are no US warships in the Strait..
\n073/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-14T22:18:09+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/14/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/13/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html", "content_html": "Day 14 of the US-Israel war on Iran.
\nMedia reports stated earlier in the war that Ukraine was assisting the US in dealing with drone attacks. So to hear that the US is temporarily allowing countries to buy Russian oil is a kick in the teeth. Whatever way you look at it, this is a hot mess.
\n072/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-13T17:23:08+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/13/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/12/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html", "content_html": "Day 13 of the US-Israel war on Iran.
\nAlthough we did not see him, & we did not hear his voice, the new Iranian leader’s words about the Strait of Hormuz were defiant: Iran will continue to target the shipping lane where 20% of the world’s oil passes through. Over to you, 47 & Bibi…
\n071/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-12T22:38:53+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/12/day-of-the-usisrael-war.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/11/iran-has-claimed-responsibility-for.html", "content_html": "Iran has claimed responsibility for attacking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on day 12 of the US-Israel war on Iran. The US president’s proposal of providing additional insurance for shipping will all be for nought if crews refuse to work in a conflict zone though.
\nThe war continues.
\n070/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-11T21:00:50+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/11/iran-has-claimed-responsibility-for.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/10/the-usual-pattern-of-confusion.html", "content_html": "The usual pattern of confusion and ambiguity continues: the US president and his Secretary of Defence state that the war is “ahead of schedule” and that it might end soon; but also that it might carry on. It would seem that stock markets & oil prices will determine what happens next.
\n069/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-10T16:50:15+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/10/the-usual-pattern-of-confusion.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/09/on-march-from-air-force.html", "content_html": "On 7 March, from Air Force One, the US president stated that Iran was responsible for bombing a school in Tehran on the first day of the war. However, it appears that a Tomahawk missile caused the death of over 160 people. The Iranians & the Israelis do not have Tomahawk missiles…
\n068/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-09T17:19:37+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/09/on-march-from-air-force.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/08/at-one-point-last-week.html", "content_html": "At one point last week, the US president urged the Kurds to get involved in the US and Israel’s war with Iran. YIKES! However by 7 March, he had rowed back from his deeply problematic suggestion. Yet again, tRump spouts off without thinking, without considering the consequences.
\n067/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-08T14:05:56+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/08/at-one-point-last-week.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/07/not-really-sure-why-the.html", "content_html": "Not really sure why the US president is railing against the British Prime Minister - again! - because as far as I am aware, the UK government is maintaining its stance that it will only engage in defensive action in the Middle East.
\nMost Britons support Starmer’s approach.
\n066/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-07T21:43:14+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/07/not-really-sure-why-the.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/06/so-the-president-of-the.html", "content_html": "So the president of the United States no longer wants a negotiated end to this illegal war; only an unconditional surrender from Iran will suffice. Meanwhile there are reports that over a thousand Iranian civilians have been killed. And this is only day seven…
\n065/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-06T21:05:01+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/06/so-the-president-of-the.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/05/wait-what-trump-says-he.html", "content_html": "Wait - WHAT?! tRump says he wants to be personally involved in selecting the next leader in Iran. Just copy and paste from the actions in Venezuela then… It would be amusing if it wasn’t so awful for absolutely everyone.
\n064/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-05T22:13:40+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/05/wait-what-trump-says-he.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/04/ambiguity-and-confusion-continue-regarding.html", "content_html": "Ambiguity and confusion continue regarding the war with Iran. The British Prime Minister reiterates that he has concerns about the legality of the war and the viability of a “day after” plan.
\nKudos also to the PM of Spain for his confidence in dealing with the Orange Monster.
\n063/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-04T19:18:43+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/04/ambiguity-and-confusion-continue-regarding.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/03/according-to-the-us-president.html", "content_html": "According to the US president, the UK - US relationship is “in peril” because the British Prime Minister did not immediately agree that UK bases could be used to launch strikes on Iran.
\nIt is not a special relationship, it has always been toxic.
\nSpain is in the president’s crosshairs too.
\n062/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-03T17:24:36+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/03/according-to-the-us-president.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/02/despite-what-was-said-yesterday.html", "content_html": "Despite what was said yesterday, that the war with Iran was all about regime change, today the US administration is stating that “Iran posed an imminent threat” to the US. We can only speculate what they will say tomorrow, Inshallah…
\n061/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-02T23:50:50+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/02/despite-what-was-said-yesterday.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/03/01/so-it-seems-that-the.html", "content_html": "So it seems that the US and Israel have regime change as their top priority in the war with Iran. From air bombardment alone…
\nOff ramps are already being discussed; but a lack of trust among the parties will make a diplomatic solution almost impossible to achieve.
\n060/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-03-01T22:01:14+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/03/01/so-it-seems-that-the.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/28/so-here-we-are-again.html", "content_html": "So here we are. Again.
\nUS and Israel launched attacks on Iran, but there has not been any compelling arguments regarding why this is happening NOW. Iran has retaliated with strikes in the region. At this time, it is not yet confirmed if the Iranian leader has been killed.
\n059/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-28T20:23:39+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/28/so-here-we-are-again.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/27/it-does-not-bode-well.html", "content_html": "It does not bode well that diplomatic missions are drawing down some staff in embassies in Tehran and Tel Aviv. Travel advice for ex pats and visitors has also been strengthened.
\nDiplomatic careers can be tough on families in turbulent times and in hostile environments.
\n058/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-27T21:39:25+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/27/it-does-not-bode-well.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/26/diplomats-in-geneva-are-stating.html", "content_html": "Diplomats in Geneva are stating that the Iran talks in Geneva were a “reprieve” and that the next round will be as soon as next week. This is positive news. The military build up in the region continues. That’s the not so positive news. Extended deployments are not good for morale either.
\n058/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-26T22:43:45+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/26/diplomats-in-geneva-are-stating.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/25/the-state-of-the-union.html", "content_html": "The State of the Union address on 24 February included lines that Iran was building missiles that would “soon reach the United States”. Really not sure whether this is accurate or not, but this sets the tone for the next round of negotiations in Geneva on 26 February.
\n056/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-25T19:36:51+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/25/the-state-of-the-union.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/24/russias-war-with-ukraine-enters.html", "content_html": "Russia’s war with Ukraine enters its fifth year today. We all remember when, on the campaign trail, tRump said he would end this conflict within 24 hours as president. The only winner will be Putin if US pressure on Ukraine to capitulate prevails. The art of the deal? GTFO
\n055/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-24T21:08:44+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/24/russias-war-with-ukraine-enters.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/23/evacuating-nonessential-staff-from-the.html", "content_html": "Evacuating non-essential staff from the US Embassy in Beirut is a worrying development. While core functions of a diplomatic mission will continue, business as usual won’t be possible.
\nEvacuations can be deeply unsettling for diplomats as they won’t know if they will be able to return.
\n054/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-23T23:55:40+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/23/evacuating-nonessential-staff-from-the.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/22/with-the-upcoming-state-of.html", "content_html": "With the upcoming State of the Union address this week, it will be interesting to see if there will be breakthroughs in the Middle East and in Ukraine; or if there will be more attacks and increased tension in these theatres.
\n053/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-22T23:46:08+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/22/with-the-upcoming-state-of.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/21/the-us-trading-partners-expected.html", "content_html": "The US’ trading partners expected POTUS to continue with tariffs as a diplomatic weapon. Diplomats around the world will be shaking their heads, waiting for instructions.
\nLike the military build up in the Middle East, this “flexing of muscles” by the US is dangerous for all concerned.
\n052/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-21T20:09:47+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/21/the-us-trading-partners-expected.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/20/no-surprise-at-all-that.html", "content_html": "No surprise at all that POTUS responded in this way to SCOTUS’ ruling on the administration’s sweeping global tariffs. Throwing tariffs around as a diplomatic tool has been as subtle as a punch in the face.
\nTrading partners & diplomats will need to deal with his doubling down. Tiring
\n051/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-20T22:36:56+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/20/no-surprise-at-all-that.html" }, { "id": "http://diva007.micro.blog/2026/02/19/diplomats-in-various-locations-around.html", "content_html": "Diplomats in various locations around the world are surely suffering from whiplash - again - as the US president takes to social media to criticise the UK’s lease deal with Mauritius over the Chagos Islands.
\nWe have been here before; no doubt the president will change his views. Again.
\n050/365
\n", "date_published": "2026-02-19T20:33:07+00:00", "url": "https://007diva.com/2026/02/19/diplomats-in-various-locations-around.html" } ] }