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UW-Milwaukee Students Divided Over U.S. Action in Iran

3/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

UW-Milwaukee students with Iranian ties express mixed feelings about the U.S. military action in Iran.
Zara Fakhri, an Iranian-American student, supports the intervention, citing the regime's brutality.
Payami, another student, calls for clear U.S. objectives and criticizes the lack of Congressional approval for the strikes.
Polls show significant public disapproval of the military action.
Some Republicans maintain strong support, arguing the operation is necessary for national security.

History

Historical Context

In 1953, the U.S. and Britain orchestrated a coup to overthrow Iran's Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh, who had nationalized the oil industry, fearing communist influence. This operation, known as Operation Ajax, reinstated the Shah and led to significant anti-American sentiment among Iranians. The coup's legacy continues to shape U.S.-Iran relations, as seen in current debates among students at UW-Milwaukee with Iranian ties.

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Story summary

UW-Milwaukee students with Iranian ties express mixed feelings about the U.S. military action in Iran.
Zara Fakhri, an Iranian-American student, supports the intervention, citing the regime's brutality.
Payami, another student, calls for clear U.S. objectives and criticizes the lack of Congressional approval for the strikes.
Polls show significant public disapproval of the military action.
Some Republicans maintain strong support, arguing the operation is necessary for national security.

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