From Bad to Disastrous: Will Trump Escalate in Iran?
Why it matters: The escalating U.S.-Israel-Iran tensions risk broader regional instability, with Trump's potential actions a critical unknown.
- Crisis Group experts are analyzing the current U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict, focusing on potential escalation scenarios and Trump's future role.
- Megyn Kelly is criticizing Trump allies, accusing them of advocating for U.S. involvement in a conflict with Iran.
- CPAC 2026 highlighted internal divisions within conservative circles regarding Iran policy, even as support for Donald Trump remained strong.
Experts from Crisis Group are debating the potential for U.S.-Israel escalation against Iran, one month into the conflict, with concerns mounting over former President Trump's future actions. This comes as prominent figures like Megyn Kelly criticize Trump allies for allegedly pushing the U.S. toward conflict, while CPAC 2026 revealed internal rifts over Iran policy despite unified support for Trump.
