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Trump’s decision to bomb Iran exposes fissures in US politics

By Lester Munson, Non-Resident Fellow, United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney   US President Donald Trump’s strike on Iran’s nuclear weapons program, which he foreshadowed on and off for the past few days, has revealed a surprisingly broad middle ground in US politics, even as it has provoked controversy in the international community. Almost … Continue reading “Trump’s decision to bomb Iran exposes fissures in US politics”

Trump’s unpredictable approach to Iran could seriously backfire

By Michelle Bentley, Professor of International Relations, Royal Holloway University of London Donald Trump has dismissed reports that he has approved a plan of attack against Iran, which includes a strike against its underground nuclear facility at Fordow. This will only add to the speculation and confusion about what the president might do in response … Continue reading “Trump’s unpredictable approach to Iran could seriously backfire”