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Iran’s Escalation Trap and U.S. Dilemma | US News
Iran’s growing influence is triggering a dangerous escalation trap for the U.S., warns political scientist Robert Pape, as rising oil prices and strategic maneuvers force Washington into a no-win scenario. With Iran leveraging key energy chokepoints and potentially provoking limited strikes—ranging from nuclear facility raids to symbolic beachhead seizures—the U.S. faces mounting pressure. Though a full-scale invasion is unlikely, a smaller, high-stakes operation could unfold before the midterms, risking global instability, soaring interest rates, and even tactical nuclear use. Without a new…
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