What's Trump Up To in the Gulf?

What's Trump Up To in the Gulf?

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Former US Defense Expert on Iran War

More mixed messages on the Iran war, as President Trump hints at diplomatic progress, while thousands of US troops gather in the region. Trump claims Iran agreed to "most of" America's 15-point plan to end the war; Iran contradicts him, saying the plan contains "excessive" and "u ...  Show more

War on Iran: Negotiate or Escalate?

One month into America and Israel’s war on Iran, the global economic fallout is deepening with civilians killed, displaced, and caught in the crossfire. Christiane speaks with U.N. relief chief Tom Fletcher about the human toll of the conflict and what help is reaching those most ...  Show more

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