💨 Abstract

Iranian officials fear a potential U.S. attack amid nationwide protests and a subsequent crackdown. The U.S. has deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln and guided missile destroyers to the region, though President Trump's intentions remain unclear. Experts warn that a U.S. conflict with Iran could escalate unpredictably, affecting global oil prices and regional stability. Iran, prepared to survive rather than defeat the U.S., could respond with indirect methods like missiles and cyber operations. The U.S.

Courtesy: Sarah Hooper