Iran War Debate: Nuclear Weapons, Trump, Peace, Power & the Middle East

Geopolitical Landscape - The debate centers on the potential for war between Iran and Israel, following a declared ceasefire [1] - Discussion includes the implications of Iran's nuclear program and the possibility of nuclear proliferation in the future [1] - US foreign policy and military interventionism are criticized [1] Key Players & Perspectives - Scott Horton, representing a libertarian perspective, critiques US interventionist policies [1] - Mark Dubowitz, from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), provides expertise on Iran and its nuclear program [1] - The debate explores differing viewpoints on Iran, its nuclear ambitions, and the appropriate response [1] Nuclear Program & International Agreements - Iran's nuclear program is a central point of contention, including discussions about uranium enrichment and nuclear weapons [1] - The debate touches upon the Iran nuclear deal and its effectiveness [1] - The Iran Nuclear Archive is referenced [1] Future Scenarios - The discussion includes best-case and worst-case near-term future scenarios regarding Iran [1] - The possibility of a US attack on Iran, referred to as "Operation Midnight Hammer," is considered [1] - The potential for nuclear proliferation in the future is a concern [1]