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Why Iran Isn't Afraid of America

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026 · 25 min video · Middle East

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The Middle East is on the brink of war, and this time is the nation of Iran in

The crosshairs.

Over the last several weeks, the United States has built up a level of air

This transcript was generated automatically and may contain errors.

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