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#473 – Iran War Debate: Nuclear Weapons, Trump, Peace, Power & the Middle East

Geopolitics
Global
Started February 09, 2026

Debate on Iran war between Scott Horton and Mark Dubowitz. Scott Horton is the author and director of the Libertarian Institute, editorial director of Antiwar.com, host of The Scott Horton Show, and for the past three decades, a staunch critic of U.S. foreign policy and military interventionism. Mark Dubowitz is the chief executive of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, host of the Iran Breakdown podcast, and a leading expert on Iran and its nuclear program for over 20 years. This deba...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 09, 2026
A robust defense against Iran's nuclear ambitions is essential for the safety of U.S. allies and maintaining power dynamics in the Middle East.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 09, 2026
History shows that military interventions often exacerbate conflicts rather than resolve them, as seen in the Middle East.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 09, 2026
Engaging in military intervention in Iran is necessary to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and protect global security.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 09, 2026
The debate over Iran's nuclear capabilities highlights the complex balance between national security and ethical foreign policy.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 09, 2026
The U.S. should prioritize diplomatic engagement over military action in Iran to foster long-term peace and stability in the region.
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