# Trump Threatens Escalation as Iran War Appears to Widen

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Podcast: [CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cnn-newsnight-with-abby-phillip-6884376)
Published: 2026-07-24T03:46:00+00:00
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## Resource

As the war escalates, the White House describes its Iran strategy as a head for an eye. This as the president’s poll numbers are flashing red. Plus, Trump says the nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia now has strings attached.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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