Daily Brief: Evening — July 25, 2026

The Piaz — Daily Brief & Weekend Edition · Jul 25, 2026 · 5m

The Piaz Evening Brief for Saturday, July 25, 2026. 7 stories, independent analysis, no ads and no lobby money. Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has issued a stark warning, stating the U.S. is in 'deep trouble' regarding its protracted engagement with Iran. He drew direct comparisons to the Vietnam War, suggesting a similar quagmire. In this brief: 1. US 'Deep Trouble' in Iran War, Panetta Warns (The Hill) 2. Iran Sets Stark Choice: Gaza Negotiations or Regional Escalation (The Piaz Original) 3. Houthi Retaliation Threats Expose Saudi Double Standard on Civilian Harm (Al-Monitor) 4…