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The attack on Iran — why now? | Ian Bremmer

The attack on Iran — why now? | Ian Bremmer

TED Talks Daily · TED

March 2, 202646m 57s

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Show Notes

On the morning of February 28, 2026, the US and Israel bombed several parts of Iran, including the Tehran compound of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Geopolitical expert and Eurasia Group founder Ian Bremmer breaks down why US President Donald Trump made the decision to strike, what it means for hopes of “regime change” and the key details you need to know about this perilous moment in global history. (This interview, hosted by TED’s Helen Walters, was recorded on February 28, 2026.)

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