Trump asserts that without intervention, a "nuclear war" would have been inevitable. Is that a fact?

The Greek Courier
Source: CBS News
Updated on: March 4, 2026 / 1:19 AM EST /

On the fifth day of the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran, President Donald Trump vigorously defended his decision to launch the Thousand and One Epic Missiles against the Persian Theocracy. In an Oval Office address, he asserted that without intervention, a "nuclear war" would have been inevitable, claiming that Iran "would have taken out many countries." Now, is that a fact? No, it isnt. President Trump's assertion reflects a position rather than an established fact. 

Nuclear program, missiles or regime change: Trump struggles to define Iran war goals

Trump and senior figures in his administration castigated previous presidents for dragging the U.S. into protracted wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. His administration says this time will be different.

March 3, 2026, 7:44 AM PST

By Dan De Luce and Justin Goldman

President Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran were decisive, killing the country’s supreme leader and many of his lieutenants. His reasons for launching the war and definition of victory have been less clear.

This war spreads like fire in a gunpowder depot, threatening the region with chaos for years to come

The Greek Courier
March 2, 2026, Late at night

Picture by Anthony Machuca

As the conflict in the Persian Gulf escalates, it unleashes chaos across the Middle East, spreading like a Fire Siege that threatens to engulf the region for years to come. With the U.S. and Israeli airstrikes intensifying, Iranian retaliatory attacks are rippling through neighboring countries, drawing in allied militias and prompting alarming military responses from Gulf nations. This tumultuous chain reaction not only exacerbates the existing tensions but also heightens fears of a protracted war of attrition that could destabilize entire nations and economies and eventually disrupt global security. 

"You ain't seen nothing yet": Trump Promises More War in Iran despite popular disapproval

The Greek Courier

In his 9-minute interview with CNN, President Donald Trump declared that the United States military is “knocking the crap” out of Iran, adding that a “big wave” of military action is still on the horizon. This announcement follows a series of joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes that killed Iranian leader Ali Khamenei and have raised concerns about the direction of U.S. involvement in the conflict.

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By Eric Ralls, Earth.com staff writer

That pile of shirts you just dropped off at the charity shop? There’s something you should know about where those donated clothes are really going.

Too Many Americans Believe Trump's New War Should Never Start, as It Is Just as Unpopular as Vietnam in '69

The Greek Courier

Donald J. Trump's War in Iran may have provided Democrats with a reason to rejoice. According to a new poll, a significant portion of Americans, including many Republicans, oppose his recent military strikes in Persia —an opinion that could profoundly influence the upcoming November midterms.

In the wake of recent U.S.-Israel military strikes that resulted in the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, a newly released poll signals widespread discontent among the American public regarding these actions. As the midterm elections approach, analysts are questioning whether this dissatisfaction could influence voting behavior across the country, particularly in traditionally Republican states.

Deadly bombing of Iran primary school ‘a grave violation of humanitarian law’: UNESCO

United Nations 

1 March 2026 Peace and Security
The UN education agency, UNESCO, says that the bombing of a primary school during the US and Israeli military attacks on Iran on Saturday constitutes a grave violation of humanitarian law.

Gauging the Impact of Massive U.S.-Israeli Strikes on Iran

Iran 

CFR experts assess the brewing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, following the launch of a joint U.S.-Israeli military operation on February 28.

As Zealots Mourn and Haters Cheer, Khamenei's Death Triggers A Cross-Fire Hurricane Across the Middle East

The Greek Courier

Source: The Associated Press

Amidst a massive bombing campaign that has unleashed a bloody earthquake in the foundations of the Middle East, the White House claims that the "new leaders" in Iran are open to engaging in talks with the United States. However, Iran has followed through on its promise of massive retaliation, launching a barrage of missiles at Israeli and Gulf Arab targets. Additionally, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced that the newly formed leadership council has already begun its work in the wake of Supreme Leader Khamenei's death. While Trump has expressed a willingness to negotiate, one must wonder: without an immediate plan, what is there to negotiate?

TEHRAN — The streets of Tehran were eerily quiet on Sunday, a city on edge in the aftermath of an assassination that has thrown the entire Middle East into turmoil. The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint U.S.-Israeli operation has set off a wave of chaos: rumours about new negotiations were leaked from the White House, missiles have rained down on cities, leadership in Tehran is in flux, and global powers are scrambling to contain a crisis with potentially far-reaching consequences.

Midterm ‘blue wave’ could block Trump’s agenda and launch investigations – here’s what’s at stake

Democrats hope to capture the House, but the Senate could be a heavier lift in November’s midterm elections

Chris Stein, Sam Levine, and Andrew Witherspoon

Sat 28 Feb 2026 11.00 GMT

On the first Tuesday of November, Americans will decide whether to keep Congress under Donald Trump’s control, or hand power to the Democrats. The first national elections since the 2024 polls that brought Trump back to the White House, the 3 November midterms will be a crucial test of whether the president’s handling of top issues such as the economy and immigration have met Americans’ expectations. On Tuesday, voters will cast ballots in initial state primaries, with more to follow in the months ahead.

Iran’s ‘potential new leadership’ open to US talks, Trump is ‘eventually’ willing, AP source says

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edited By BRIDGET BROWN, LORIAN BELANGER, RICARDO BENASSI, and HRVOJE HRANJSKI
Updated 10:26 AM PST, March 1, 2026

A senior White House official says that “new potential leadership” in Iran has suggested they are open to talks with the United States after U.S. and Israeli forces launched a major attack on Iran, killing its supreme leader and other high-ranking officials.

Bombing Iran Is Easy. What Comes Next Is Not.

It comes down to a straightforward question: What’s the plan to translate military force into political change?

Mark Hertling

Feb 28, 2026

(Composite by Hannah Yoest,

Photos: GettyImages/ Shutterstock)

US-Israel war on Iran: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei confirmed dead by state media; Iran launches fresh strikes – latest reports

U.S. President says Khamenei’s death is ‘justice for the people of Iran’ as he repeats call for regime change; Iran targets US bases in region

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Rebecca Ratcliffe

Sun 1 Mar 2026 05.53 GMT

Thousands of people have gathered in central Tehran to mourn the death of Khamenei, who had ruled Iran since 1989. Mourners, who were dressed in black and carried photos of the former leader, chanted “death to America” and “death to Israel”.

Expert Reveals Possible Cell Phone Mistake By Nancy Guthrie's Kidnapper That Could Help Crack The Case

Favour Adegoke
Sat, February 28, 2026
Key takeaways

• Authorities are considering analyzing cell phone tower data to help identify and track the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's abduction.
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• Investigators are planning to use genetic genealogy as a last resort to match a DNA sample with a person in the search for Nancy Guthrie, after recent DNA testing yielded no matches in the FBI's database.

Trump’s war on Iran threatens to drive up oil prices and inflation

U.S. and Israeli strikes against the Iranian regime and military threaten to upend the global oil market and send shock waves through the world economy

Story by Costas Paris, Rebecca Feng, Georgi Kantchev

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The government of Qatar, one of the world’s biggest exporters of liquefied natural gas, urged shipowners to suspend maritime activities. Dozens of tankers diverted from the Persian Gulf in the early hours of the conflict. The U.S. Navy advised tanker companies to avoid nearby waters because it couldn’t guarantee their safety, according to an alert from an industry body.

Chaos and Uncertainty Reign in Iran Following Trump’s Announcement of Khamenei's Death

The Greek Courier

February 28, 2026

Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been killed in US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. As often happens in these situations, the aggressor labeled his opponent "one of the most evil people in history" and declared his death a form of "justice" for "the people of Iran," as well as for Americans and others worldwide affected by Khamenei's actions. A senior Iranian diplomat reported that he was 'not in a position' to confirm the status of Iran's senior leadership; however, some Iranians are celebrating amidst the uncertainty surrounding their immediate future.

Trump vies for Bush’s crown for worst foreign policy decision in history

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The US president upended half a century of US foreign policy in an eight-minute video with another attempt at Middle Eastern regime change

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Tom McArthur

American and Israeli forces have carried out strikes on cities across Iran, in what US President Donald Trump has described as "major combat operations".