How much longer can the US afford the Iran war?

美国还能承担伊朗战争的代价多久?

The Story

2026-09-01

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It’s been six months since President Trump announced the US and Israel had launched a military campaign against Iran. And despite some early military successes, the conflict has had financial and political costs for the United States. Will a change in strategy turn the tide? Or has the US already lost the strategic battle?    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: David Charter, assistant editor (US), The Times.  Host: Manveen Rana.  Producers: Micaela Arneson, Jennifer Kennedy.  We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: How six months of war could make US rethink Middle East role for ever Further listening: How war is changing Iran from within Clips: Forbes, CNN, AP.  Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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