Trump's confidence is undimmed - but every Iran option comes with risk
The odds of a quick resolution to the war appear to be dwindling by the day, and the political stakes for the president are only growing.
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"It's a little unfair. You win a war, but they have no right to be doing what they're doing."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"The president's utmost responsibility right now as commander in chief is to ensure the continued success of Operation Epic Fury."
— Karoline Leavitt , Politician
"We will not be drawn into the wider war."
— Keir Starmer , Politician
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The odds of a quick resolution to the war appear to be dwindling by the day, and the political stakes for the president are only growing.
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