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Iran and the U.S., Part Two: Rules of Engagement

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Beirut Barracks Bombing: A Turning Point

This chapter narrates the devastating 1983 truck bombing of the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, detailing the chaos and human loss that ensued. It also examines the complex geopolitical implications, particularly Iran's role and the subsequent shifts in U.S. foreign policy in the region.

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