About this episode

The episode discusses US military strategies regarding Iran, including potential strikes and the involvement of President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu.

For review: 1. US Military planners have in recent weeks examined a range of options for possible action against the island, including an Army-led air assault involving thousands of U.S. soldiers to be carried out by the 101st Airborne Division, the only unit trained for such a task, according to multiple U.S. officials with knowledge of the discussions. 2. US President Trump is leaning toward further expanding US military operations in Iran, according to reports Wednesday, after huddli...

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