Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 12, 2026 at 01:20 AM

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Amidst the ongoing US and Israel war with Iran, the BBC interviewed military families in Kentucky regarding their concerns about the potential for a prolonged conflict. With no indication from President Trump that the war is nearing its end, the interviews explored fears that the situation could escalate into a protracted engagement similar to the Iraq War. BBC's North America editor, Sarah Smith, spoke with Iraq veteran Jeremy and Lynn, whose son died in Iraq, to understand their perspectives on the current conflict and its potential impact. The interviews took place as President Trump traveled to Kentucky to address supporters. The families' anxieties highlight the human cost and uncertainty surrounding the ongoing military action.

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Lynn 30% Jeremy 30% Kentucky 40% Sarah Smith 50% BBC 60% Iraq ×260% Israel 75% United States 80% Iran ×285% Donald Trump ×290%

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Iran

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