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What is Donald Trump risking?

Dmitriy Simes argues that US-Israeli attacks on Iran could spark World War III, and Trump may have signed his own death warrant.

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Mar 02, 2026
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CNN published an analysis of the current situation with the US-Israeli aggression against Iran. The title of the article is “Iran after 48 hours: tactical success and strategic uncertainty.”


In my opinion, it’s accurately stated. The tactical success is undeniable and was absolutely predictable. The combined military capabilities of the US and Israel provided the aggressors with complete air superiority. Iran responded and continues to respond to the attack using missiles and drones. But the capabilities are simply not comparable.

Then comes the uncertainty.

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Political Analyst & Writer specializing in conflict zones, diplomacy, and multipolarity. B.A. International Studies/History (California), M.S. Politology, Higher School of Economics (Moscow). Fluent in English, French, and Russian.
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