# Nima R. Alkhorshid: MoU Is Done—Now the U.S. and Iran Enter a War of Attrition

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Podcast: [Dialogue Works](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dialogue-works-7032198)
Published: 2026-06-29T00:21:01+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/dialogue-works/episodes/nima-r-alkhorshid-mou-is-donenow-the-us-and-iran-enter-a-war
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## Resource

Dive into the escalating US-Iran tensions following recent retaliatory strikes on Gulf military bases. This episode analyzes the struggle for control over the Strait of Hormuz, the failure of US naval operations, and the fragile US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). We also cover the geopolitical fallout in Lebanon, Israel's ongoing occupation, and the broader 'war of attrition' shaping the Middle East. Discover how Iran's improved air defenses, shifting global alliances, and regional dynamics are forcing a strategic rethink for Washington. Will the US sustain its military presence, or is capitulation inevitable? Tune in for a deep geopolitical breakdown of the Persian Gulf and the future of the region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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