Analyst: Ground Troops Unlikely, But Iran Conflict Still Escalating

Guest host Sydney Persing spoke with Middle East analyst and Young Voices contributor Abdullah Hayek about whether the war with Iran is truly winding down, despite mixed signals from President Trump.  He argued a full ground invasion of Iran is highly unlikely because of the country’s size, terrain, and military complexity, though he said targeted troop deployments and strategic moves around key waterways remain possible. Hayek also said Americans should prepare for a longer conflict, with potential impacts on gas prices and markets, and said the next key signs to watch are Iran’s military posture, leadership signals, and whether long-range missile threats reappear.