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War & Conflict2h 40m ago

Donald Trump’s decision to go to war in Iran has left the world “in a much worse place”, according to military expert Michael Clarke.

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Iran, Middle East, Westminster

Who
Donald Trump, Michael Clarke, America, United States, Israel, Iran, UAE, Qatar, Saudi, Kuwait, Oman
What
Donald Trump’s decision to go to war in Iran has left the world “in a much worse place”, according to military expert Michael Clarke.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:01:12 GMT · 2h 40m ago
Where
Iran, Middle East, Westminster ·
Why
The war began when the United States and Israel started bombing Iran, who retaliated by launching missile strikes against American allies in the region.
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The conflict has created a legacy of mistrust among Gulf states and led to a reassessment of American relationships, as US systems proved insufficient against modern missile technology. The global ramifications are expected to be felt for a long time.

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