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President Trump should not attack Iran

By Rosemary Kelanic

June 17, 2025

In the mediaIsrael‑Iran, Middle East

Iran is preparing missiles for possible retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases, officials say

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

June 17, 2025

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Trump cannot avoid the question much longer – is he going to join Israel’s war or not?

By Rajan Menon

June 17, 2025

op-edIsrael‑Iran, Iran, Israel, Middle East, Nuclear weapons

If the War Between Israel and Iran Continues, the US Should Stay Out of It

By Daniel DePetris

June 17, 2025

In the mediaIsrael‑Iran, Middle East

Inside the clashes between Trump and Gabbard

Featuring Daniel Davis

June 17, 2025

In the mediaIsrael‑Iran, Middle East

U.S. ‘bunker-buster’ bombs might not be enough to destroy Iran’s nuclear program, experts warn

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

June 17, 2025

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Past Virtual Event: Keeping the U.S. out of war in the Middle East

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