# Col. Jacques Baud: U.S. Strikes Iran's Nuclear Plant — Iran Unleashes Massive Gulf Retaliation

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Published: 2026-07-14T00:03:01+00:00
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Dive into the escalating US-Iran tensions and the stalled Memorandum of Understanding. This discussion unpacks the geopolitical tug-of-war, unpredictable US foreign policy, and the pressure to secure quick political "wins" in the Middle East. We analyze Europe's missed opportunity to act as an independent mediator, its fixation on Russia, and its reluctance to challenge Washington. Plus, discover the physical limitations of the Western military-industrial complex and why sustaining two major wars—in Ukraine and the Middle East—is nearly impossible today. Understand the real stakes, the influence of regional allies, and the future of global conflicts. Like, subscribe, and comment below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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