The U.S. war against Iran is moving fast and America's footprint in the Middle East is expanding. Plus, as the conflict enters its third week, the global energy market faces catastrophic consequences. Join guest moderator Vivian Salama, Steve Inskeep of NPR, Mark Mazzetti of The New York Times, Felicia Schwartz of Politico and Nancy Youssef of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/13/26
Mar. 13, 2026 AT 8:54 p.m. EDT
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Clip: What leverage Iran may have as U.S. war continues
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed to take revenge against the United States and Israel, keep the Strait of Hormuz shut and continue to retaliate against its neighbors in the region. The panel discusses what leverage the regime may have in this fight.
Clip: How rising oil prices could impact Trump's next moves on Iran
As the conflict in Iran enters its third week, it’s having catastrophic consequences on the global energy market. The panel discusses rising oil prices and potential shortages.
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