# The US is Trapped in Iran, and It's Not Their War | Scott Horton

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Published: 2026-03-09T12:52:33+00:00
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## Resource

Scott Horton - editorial director of Antiwar.com, host of the Scott Horton Show, and co-host of Provoked - joins the CBP for a candid breakdown of the US-Iran war, how Trump got maneuvered into it, and what the cost of American empire looks like from the inside. Oil is now over $100, what does this mean for the war, and for you?We cover:Iran war/US strikesIsrael's influenceTrump being manipulated into war Iran hitting US bases HypersonicsRussia-China-Iran pactWar propaganda failingThe true cost of empire and American declineScott's links: https://x.com/ScottHortonShowBooks: Provoked | Enough Already | Fool's Errand - https://www.amazon.ca/stores/author/B074V91F35🇨🇦 THE CANADIAN BITCOINERS PODCASTNew episodes weekly. Conversations with the sharpest minds in Bitcoin, macro, and finance — from a Canadian lens.Sponsors:easyDNShttps://easydns.comAnycast DNS, domain registration, web & email services — fast, reliable, privacy-focused.Pay with Bitcoin.Use coupon code CBPMEDIA for 50% off your first purchase.Bull Bitcoinhttps://mission.bullbitcoin.com/cbpThe CBP recommends Bull Bitcoin for buying Bitcoin simply and securely.Use the link above for 25% off fees for life.256Heathttps://256heat.com/Heat your home, garage, or office while earning more Bitcoin than it costs to run.Book a call with a hashrate heating consultant today.🔔 Subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode!👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, smash the like button — it helps the algorithm show this to more people.💬 Drop a comment below — where do you think Canada is heading?———📲 Follow us:@CanadianBTCPod on XCanadianBitcoiners.com———⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial advice. Always do your own research.

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