How Iran’s Effective Fightback Has Forced Trump to Consider an Invasion
The US-Israeli war against Iran has led to severe blows to Iran, but the Islamic Republic continues to strike back, complicating the joint campaign and narrowing the White House's options. US President Donald Trump is considering a negotiated de-escalation or a military escalation, with signs indicating the White House is planning for the latter path.
The US-Israeli war against Iran has entered its fourth week. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has launched hundreds of drones and missiles against Israel and Arab states hosting US military bases. Iranian strikes have disrupted regional energy production and sent global markets into disarray. The US has inflicted substantial damage on Iranian capabilities, but Iran's retaliation continues. The US is considering a negotiated de-escalation or a military escalation. A substantial build-up of additional US forces indicates the White House is planning for the latter path.
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