What is the US endgame in Iran, as the war escalates?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by Abid HussainMarch 9, 2026 at 08:18 PM

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The United States, alongside Israel, launched a war against Iran that began two weeks prior to March 9, 2026. The US military has struck nearly 2,000 targets, including nuclear facilities, civilian areas, and critical infrastructure, resulting in over 1,200 Iranian deaths. Iran has retaliated with missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and Gulf neighbors, claiming to target military bases and infrastructure. The article focuses on the shifting and sometimes contradictory positions articulated by US President Donald Trump regarding the war's objectives. Analysts argue that the Trump administration has not clearly explained its desired endgame, with some experts suggesting the actions are aimed at regime change.

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us-iran war 90% united states 70% iran 70% donald trump 60% regime change 60% military strikes 50% nuclear facilities 40% civilian casualties 40%

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