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Trump’s current war on Iran picks up where a longstanding enmity left off


The mutual resentments that have fueled tensions between the US and Iran have simmered for nearly half a century

For millions of younger Americans, the sudden explosion of Iran onto the national political stage and consciousness may seem like a bolt from the blue.

Yet for older generations and those with deeper historical awareness, Donald Trump’s announcement on Saturday of strikes against a distant foe is more like the outcome of a collision long foretold.

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/01/trump-us-iran-war-history

Author : Robert Tait in Washington

Publish date : 2026-03-01 10:00:00

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