Vance Defies War Label as Iran Attacks | Tulsa News

Vice President JD Vance insists U.S. engagement with Iran isn’t a “war,” even as Tehran keeps attacking U.S. allies — especially commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz — prompting retaliatory strikes. With gas prices and inflation on voters’ minds, Trump struggles to rally support while balancing military action and diplomacy. Vance rejects artificial deadlines for ending hostilities, leaving Iran to stop the attacks. The administration also faced backlash for reclassifying casualties under “Overseas Operations.” Brent crude has surged from $72 to over $95 per barrel, and ship traffic through Hormuz has plummeted. Despite Trump’s shifting rhetoric — often calling off strikes or touting progress — markets remain volatile. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman are reportedly coordinating on shipping routes, while the U.S. pushes economic pressure on Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. Any deal, Trump says, must exclude Iranian control over the Strait. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee91e685dd62b5fa