The Monocle Daily US Senate votes on Iran war powers resolution as European opposition remains divided
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Mar 4, 2026 
Phil Tinline, political commentator on European reactions. Rachel Cunliffe, journalist focused on UK politics and energy. They discuss the US Senate war‑powers vote and parallels with Iraq. They debate Europe’s split over supporting US actions and where Europe will find energy next. They also cover renewables’ supply‑chain risks and proposals for social media regulation.
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Domestic Support For The Iran Campaign Is Fragile
- Domestic US support for operations against Iran is fragile and split, especially within Trump's MAGA base.
- H.J. Mai says MAGA supporters are "annoyed" because Trump promised no new wars and US casualties have already occurred, threatening political cohesion.
Iraq War Scars Shape European Caution
- Memories of the 2003 Iraq war heavily shape European caution toward US action in the Middle East.
- Phil Tinline and Rachel Cunliffe point to Iraq's aftermath and legal concerns shaping leaders like Keir Starmer to favour pragmatic restraint.
Europe Hesitates To Alienate US Because Of Ukraine
- European leaders balance criticism of US action with the need to keep Washington focused on Ukraine.
- Phil Tinline stresses keeping Trump "on side" to sustain American support for Ukraine, constraining blunt condemnation.