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WorldWhy Trump is caught in an ‘escalation trap’ with Iran

University of Chicago professor Robert Pape explains why US President Trump is described as being caught in an “escalation trap” with Iran. The analysis focuses on the predicament facing Trump as tensions with Iran escalate. It frames the situation as a self-reinforcing cycle of escalation rather than a settled outcome. The explanation centers on the relationship between the US president and Iran.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-08-07 11:03Original

Why Trump is caught in an ‘escalation trap’ with Iran
Why Trump is caught in an ‘escalation trap’ with IranWorld