The war to break Iran’s economy
Iranians fear Trump’s threats against “whole civilization” are part of an onslaught on fabric of nation
Iranians fear Trump’s threats against “whole civilization” are part of an onslaught on fabric of nation

US president soothes markets but doubts on strategy and Tehran’s position persist

Tehran has a strong incentive to keep the conflict going

The US and Israeli attacks on Iran will leave the Middle East in greater turmoil

Formidable obstacles stand in the way of any diplomatic effort to end the war

Primetime TV address signals escalation rather than a swift peace deal

Iran has been severely degraded but for Trump there are lessons to learn