NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — June 23
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Jun 23, 2025 
Brad Schneider, the Representative from Illinois's 10th congressional district and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, shares his insights on the escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following missile strikes on a U.S. base. Matt Bradley, NBC News international correspondent in Tel Aviv, discusses the geopolitical implications of these conflicts. They explore the state of the Middle East, the impact on global oil supplies, and the critical need for diplomatic solutions amidst rising threats and military strategies.
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Symbolic Iranian Missile Strike
- Iran launched 14 missiles at the US Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, with 13 intercepted and none causing casualties.
- The attack was symbolic, aiming to show retaliation without escalating to full war.
Prepared For Iranian Retaliation
- The US military planned for every scale of Iranian retaliation, from none to large-scale attacks.
- Current Iranian retaliation may represent their full response to the US strikes on their nuclear sites.
Trump Advocates for Diplomatic Off-Ramp
- President Trump seeks peace through strength, urging restraint after the retaliation.
- He hopes to resume diplomatic talks despite strained relations and prior failed backchannel efforts.