Convenience, choice or necessity? Examining the case for striking Iran

About this episode

The episode discusses the reasons behind the US attack on Iran and its implications for US allies, drawing comparisons to the Iraq War.

In this episode USSC CEO Dr Michael Green and USSC Director of Research Jared Mondschein sat down with USSC Director of Engagement and Impact Mari Koeck on Friday, 6 March 2026 to discuss the latest on the war with Iran. What led the United States to attack Iran now? How does this compare to the Iraq War and actions of prior administrations? How are US allies responding? Mike draws on his experience in the White House during the Iraq War and Jared addresses broader Middle East dynamics to unpack this issue and what it means for US allies and partners.

People in this episode

Host: Dr Michael Green

Guests: Jared Mondschein, Mari Koeck

Topics covered

• Iran conflict
• US foreign policy
• Middle East dynamics
• Iraq War comparison
• US allies response

Keywords

• Iran
• US attack
• Iraq War
• Middle East
• US allies
• foreign policy
• war dynamics

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Iran, United States

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