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Trump Urges Israel-Iran Ceasefire Amid U.S. Bombing Tensions

7/5/2025

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President Trump urged a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, a call both nations heeded. Yet, his frustration with Israel's ongoing strikes was palpable. Meanwhile, the U.S. escalated tensions by bombing Iran without provocation. Duncan contends that this conflict belongs to Israel, not America, and highlights the powerful sway of the Israel Lobby over U.S. foreign policy.

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President Trump urged a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, a call both nations heeded. Yet, his frustration with Israel's ongoing strikes was palpable. Meanwhile, the U.S. escalated tensions by bombing Iran without provocation. Duncan contends that this conflict belongs to Israel, not America, and highlights the powerful sway of the Israel Lobby over U.S. foreign policy.