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Iran says it's prepared to go back to war amid threat from the U.S. and Israel

Oct 26, 2026 · 5m

Summary

This episode of Trump's Terms examines Iran's defiant response to escalating threats from the U.S. and Israel ahead of American elections. NPR correspondent Hadil al-Shalchi reports on Iran's military resilience and institutional robustness, while expert Trita Parsi highlights the regime's survival mechanisms. The segment also details the severe economic hardship and widespread anxiety among Iranian citizens, who are exhausted by the ongoing conflict and inflation.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Allianz Travel Insurance Show intro and premise NPR News: Iran preparing for possible attack Iran's defiant tone and diplomatic stance Expert analysis on regional consequences Assessment of Iran's military capability Iran's robust internal supply chain Resilience of Iranian institutions Humanitarian impact and economic crisis Public sentiment and civilian anxiety Outro and NPR Plus promotion Sponsor: Allianz Travel Insurance Sponsor: HomeServe
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