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PoliticsTrump's Iran Dilemma: Escalation Fears Amidst Midterm Fallout and 'Cognitive Warfare'
President Trump faces a complex situation regarding Iran, balancing threats of military action with ongoing diplomatic efforts and domestic political pressures following the midterm elections. Concerns are rising about potential US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Al Jazeera English|November 7, 2026
PoliticsUS Weighs 'Mother of All Bombs' Use Against Iran's Nuclear Sites Amid Escalating Tensions
The US is reportedly planning to use its largest non-nuclear bomb, the GBU-43/B MOAB, against Iran's nuclear and energy infrastructure if President Trump orders renewed combat operations. Experts question the bomb's effectiveness against deeply buried targets and its strategic value, suggesting it could be more political theatre than military strategy.
Al Jazeera English|October 15, 2026