Has Donald Trump failed to sell the Iran war to the world? | Israel-Iran conflict
U.S. and Israel Intensify Airstrikes Against Iran; Allies Remain Detached
Published March 6, 2026
The United States has issued warnings of an impending “dramatic surge” in airstrikes on Iran, following a recent spate of coordinated military actions by the U.S. and Israel. However, the U.S. has not garnered the involvement of any major allies besides Israel, a departure from previous military engagements in Iraq and Afghanistan.
President Donald Trump has expressed frustration towards European leaders who have characterized the current conflict as a violation of international law. This sentiment is echoed by other global powers, including China and Russia.
As the situation evolves, questions remain about the necessity of coalition support in continuing operations against Iran.
Presenter: James Bays
Guests:
- Anatol Lieven, Director of the Eurasia Program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
- Theresa Fallon, Director of the Center for Russia, Europe, Asia Studies and Senior Fellow at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs
- General Dominique Trinquand, Former Head of the French Military Mission to the UN and NATO
