Killing Ali Larijani eliminates pragmatic voice, making diplomatic off-ramp harder. Hardliners fill void.
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How Iran war will accelerate nuclear program: non-nuclear attacked, nuclear protected. War may produce outcome it meant to prevent.
Iran war shows perils of US Mideast bases: sitting targets, drag region into conflict. Time to close.
Israel debates new Lebanon strategy: withdrawal doctrine failed, large-scale ground operation favored.
Iran’s hidden war room in Baghdad exposed: Revolutionary Guard advisers managing attacks from Iraq.
Finding an off-ramp in Iran war: immediate ceasefire priority despite unresolved issues. Shooting must stop.
Vast number of Trump voters want him to declare victory and get out: 79% prefer exit now.
Seizing Iran’s Kharg Island would be suicide mission—troops trapped, evacuation impossible, mission creep to mainland.
Why Gulf holds fire: avoiding broader war, limited effectiveness, prohibitive economic costs. Caution prevails.
Eight Iranians to watch: new Supreme Leader unseen, president sidelined, security chief reportedly killed.