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Foreign policy9 March 2026

USSC Briefing Room | Convenience, choice or necessity? Examining the case for striking Iran

In this episode USSC CEO Dr Michael Green and USSC Director of Research Jared Mondschein sat down with USSC Director of Engagement and Impact Mari Koeck on Friday, 6 March 2026 to discuss the latest on the war with Iran.
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In this episode USSC CEO Dr Michael Green and USSC Director of Research Jared Mondschein sat down with USSC Director of Engagement and Impact Mari Koeck on Friday, 6 March 2026 to discuss the latest on the war with Iran.

What led the United States to attack Iran now? How does this compare to the Iraq War and actions of prior administrations? How are US allies responding?

Mike draws on his experience in the White House during the Iraq War and Jared addresses broader Middle East dynamics to unpack this issue and what it means for US allies and partners.

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Produced by: Elliott Brennan

Music by Dan Phillipson, licensed through PremiumBeat