Marc Lamont Hill speaks with sociologist Ali Kadivar on what history shows about the risk of a US forever war in Iran.
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MON · 2026-07-27 · 18:40 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0727-96526
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Are the US and Iran heading towards a forever war?
Sociologist Ali Kadivar discussed the historical risks of a prolonged US military engagement in Iran with Marc Lamont Hill. The conversation focused on whether current circumstances could lead to a "forever war" scenario.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-07-27 · 18:40 GMTOutlet · State media · QatarRead · 1 min
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Sociologist Ali Kadivar discussed the historical risks of a prolonged US military engagement in Iran with Marc Lamont Hill. The conversation focused on whether current circumstances could lead to a "forever war" scenario. Kadivar's analysis draws upon historical precedents to assess the potential for such a long-term conflict. The discussion explored the factors that might contribute to or prevent an extended military involvement by the United States in Iran.
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Sociologist Ali Kadivar provides historical context on US-Iran relations.
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The article questions whether the US and Iran are heading towards a 'forever war'.
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The discussion explores the potential for prolonged US military engagement in Iran.
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History shows a risk of a US 'forever war' in Iran.
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