The Iran War Widens: Yemen, Hormuz and What Comes Next

On Thursday, Sept 17, 2026, Al-Monitor hosted a live discussion with Elizabeth Hagedorn, Holly Dagres, Dina Esfandiary, and moderated by Andrew Parasiliti on the latest developments in the US-Iran war, prospects for diplomacy and de-escalation, and key flashpoints to watch in the weeks ahead as world leaders gather in New York and the clock ticks toward November.

What we discussed:

·      Iran-US talks: Where do things stand, and is there still a path to diplomacy?

·      The nuclear question: How has the debate inside Iran evolved throughout the war?

·      The US midterms: What could they change for Iran, and what might stay the same?

·      Iran’s leadership: What does the war reveal about the regime’s staying power, and what’s next?