Trump Cornered Over Iran Issue

23 February, 2026, 08:15 pm

Last modified: 23 February, 2026, 08:15 pm

Trump Cornered Over Iran Issue

23 February, 2026, 08:15 pm

Last modified: 23 February, 2026, 08:15 pm

What is the biggest challenge facing Donald Trump right now- containing Tehran, or preserving his own political power? A recent report by the Financial Times has become the center of global political debate. It suggests that Trump's battle is no longer strategic in nature, but rather a fight for his own political survival.

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