Donald Trump began mulling military strikes on Wednesday before throwing cold water on the concept, even expressing doubts that the Iranians would accept the late Shah’s son as leader. More information on this subject with our panel. In a sign of how quickly the news cycle can reverse itself, Iran’s foreign minister expressed his assurances in English on Trump-friendly Fox News. After a ruthless response to nationwide protests, has the Islamic Republic once again faced an existential challenge?
Why this change of mind? Trump ends threats of strikes against Iran
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by Julie Bort
- Categories: General, News, World
- Tags: The Debate
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