Why is Trump considering war with Iran? | About That
January 15, 2026
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as posted by the channelThe Trump administration is weighing military intervention in Iran as the regime continues its bloody crackdown on protesters across the country. Andrew Chang explains why some experts believe the U.S. may try to exploit a window of opportunity to strike an already vulnerable Iran.
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A moment of weakness - 01:34
When threats are leverage - 07:10
A warning to the world - 12:12
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