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Retired General: Iran Can Withstand Attacks for Two Years

3/24/2026

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Retired Army Maj. Gen. James "Spider" Marks predicts the Iranian regime can endure U.S.-Israeli attacks for at least two years.
Speaking on MS Now, he cites U.S. President Donald Trump's dilemma between bombing campaign and diplomacy.
The conflict is in its fourth week with no signs of resolution.
The White House plans to request $200 billion for military efforts.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates may join the fight.

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Retired Army Maj. Gen. James "Spider" Marks predicts the Iranian regime can endure U.S.-Israeli attacks for at least two years.
Speaking on MS Now, he cites U.S. President Donald Trump's dilemma between bombing campaign and diplomacy.
The conflict is in its fourth week with no signs of resolution.
The White House plans to request $200 billion for military efforts.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates may join the fight.