The Tucker Carlson Show Military Expert Dan Caldwell Breaks Down What Will Happen Next in Israel’s War With Iran
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Jun 20, 2025 
Dan Caldwell, a former Pentagon official and military expert, shares insights on geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. He discusses the potential fallout from U.S. military strikes on Iran, including risks to American troops in Iraq and Syria. Caldwell highlights the psychological toll on personnel and the need for reform within military culture. He also critiques U.S. foreign policy's impact on alliances with Iran, Russia, and China, and examines the challenges of military intervention versus diplomatic solutions in the region.
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Tired US Troops Fear New War
- Many seasoned American military officers are tired after multiple deployments in the Middle East.
- They worry a new war with Iran will drain resources needed for much-needed military reforms.
US Troops as Tripwire to War
- US troops in Iraq and Syria act as a tripwire that risks dragging America into a larger war with Iran.
- Their presence doesn't effectively deter Iran but provides vulnerable targets for Iranian-backed militias.
Strike on Iran Could Escalate
- A US strike on Iran’s nuclear sites would likely trigger Iranian retaliatory attacks on American bases and ships in the Gulf.
- This could escalate to a prolonged, bloody conflict rather than a limited strike.