Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 6/17/25: Trump: 'Everyone Should Immediately Evacuate Tehran,' Israel Bombs Iranian TV Station, and More
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Jun 17, 2025 Tensions are running high as a controversial call for the evacuation of Tehran stirs up psychological fears. Military actions escalate with U.S. troop deployments and Israeli airstrikes, raising concerns over civilian safety. A heated debate ensues about America's role in the conflict and the implications of Iran's nuclear ambitions. The painful humanitarian crisis in Gaza emerges through personal stories, revealing the dire need for aid amidst chaos. Finally, the unpredictable dynamics influenced by the conflict in Ukraine add layers of complexity to the geopolitical landscape.
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Trump's Tehran Evacuation Demand
- Donald Trump publicly demanded that all residents evacuate Tehran immediately amid ongoing Israeli bombardments.
- This represents a form of psychological warfare and signals possible escalation without official US military strikes.
Advocate Congress War Vote
- Urge your congressional representatives to support timely war powers resolutions to require debate before US offensive involvement in Iran.
- Frame arguments based on constitutional responsibility and preventing endless war for better impact.
Support War Powers Resolution
- Contact your senators and representatives to support war powers resolutions that require congressional approval before the US enters conflict with Iran.
- Emphasize the importance of preventing another endless Middle East war and uphold constitutional checks on war decisions.