The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | March 28th, 2026: The Most Dangerous Phase of the Iran War Yet & Ukrainian Forces Gain Ground Against Russia
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Mar 28, 2026 Steve Yates, senior research fellow and former deputy national security advisor, provides expertise on U.S. security and Middle East geopolitics. He discusses the escalating Iran conflict, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, U.S.-Israeli coordination and burden sharing, political constraints on military aims, and the narrow window for de-escalation and long-term risks.
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Get Regional Partners To Share Maritime Security
- Share maritime security responsibilities with regional and global partners rather than making it a U.S.-only mission.
- Yates urges Saudi, UAE, Japan and others to take skin-in-the-game roles to make any escort or maintenance plan sustainable.
Iran's Long Range Capability Was Underestimated
- Recent strikes revealed Iran's longer-range missile capability and legitimized concerns about its reach.
- Yates notes missiles aimed toward Diego Garcia showed range and raised the stakes beyond prior assessments.
Ukraine Achieved First Net Territorial Gain Since 2023
- Ukraine reclaimed more territory in recent counterattacks than Russia seized, signaling a shift after years of stalemate.
- George Barros highlights February gains as the first net positive territorial change since 2023.