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U.S.-Iran Tensions: A Complex Landscape
This chapter explores the historically adversarial relationship between the U.S. and Iran, featuring insights from a former U.S. Central Command commander. It highlights the strategic considerations of military responses to Iranian proxy groups operating in Iraq and Syria, while discussing the importance of deterrence and the implications of Iran's foreign policy goals. The conversation also reflects on the dynamics within U.S. political discourse regarding military engagement and the evolving threats posed by Iranian-backed militias.
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