The US and Israel have launched Operation Epic Fury, a massive military campaign against Iran that has already claimed the life of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.
While President Trump claims the war is about neutralizing nuclear threats and liberating the Iranian people, there are clear political and personal motivations.
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In this week’s FourSight, we unpick the administration’s shifting justifications – from "imminent" missile threats debunked by experts, to a "regime change" plan with no clear successor.
With the Middle East in flames and US allies in the Gulf facing unprecedented insecurity, we ask whether Trump is making a high-stakes gamble to cement his place in US history.
Featuring insights from Trita Parsi, Azadeh Moaveni, and Kim Ghattas, we explore the devastating civilian cost and the terrifying reality of a region without a roadmap.
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Presenter: Kiran Moodley
Editor: Matthew Lucas
Motion Graphics: Ian Watkins
Producers: Isaine Blatry
Series Producer: Kieron Bryan
Thanks to:
Kim Ghattas
Azadeh Moaveni
Trita Parsi
Naysan Rafati
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