Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp Trump Expects Iran War to Last '4 Weeks or so,' Israel Escalates Attacks on Lebanon, and More
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Mar 2, 2026 Coverage of trumpet predictions that a war with Iran would be brief and what that implies for military readiness. Reports on confirmed U.S. troop deaths and wide regional strikes hitting bases and civilian sites. Discussion of escalating Israeli attacks in Lebanon and closures in occupied territories. Notes on protests, political pressure, and the risk of wider regional escalation.
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High Civilian Toll In Iran From Airstrikes
- U.S. and Israeli airstrikes caused heavy Iranian civilian casualties, including a girls' elementary school hit with high fatalities.
- HRANA and Iranian officials reported dozens to over a hundred killed in school and other strikes.
Majority Of Americans Oppose Attacking Iran
- Reuters polling showed low U.S. public support for attacking Iran: 27% support vs. 43% oppose.
- Dave DeCamp noted support was low even after killing Iranian leaders and may fall as American casualties rise.
Khamenei's Death Likely Spurs Hardline Leadership
- The CIA assessed Khamenei's death would likely produce harder-line IRGC figures replacing him.
- Despite his killing, Iran's missile and drone campaign continued hitting Israel and U.S. regional bases.