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In Iran Crisis, Trump Confronted Limits of US Military Power
Trump delayed airstrikes on Iran after intelligence indicated canceled executions and regional allies urged caution, citing risks to U.S. forces and potential wider conflict.
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The AgeTrump was poised to hit button on the Iran strikes. Then came the reality check
The US president had not officially given the strike order, but advisers expected action imminently. Then Trump came face to face with the limitations of US military power.
·Sydney, Australia
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Advisers were certain Trump would approve an Iran strike. A late message changed the
President Trump’s advisers believed he would order strikes on Iran late Wednesday, but a text relayed by envoy Steve Witkoff from Iran’s foreign minister paused the move as US forces remained on high alert
·Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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The risk of escalation, pressure from allies, and the cancellation of Iranian executions have forced the US president to back off from planned strikes against Iran. However, the US Middle East Command continues to anticipate a prolonged period of heightened tensions.
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