politics
March 16, 2026
The Guardian view on Trump’s war with Iran: if the US is winning, why ask Nato for help?
The US has overwhelming military power. Yet the battle has moved to oil routes, alliances and domestic politics – where Tehran is testing western unity
TL;DR
- The US holds overwhelming military power.
- The conflict with Iran has expanded to include oil routes.
- Alliances are a key area of contention.
- Domestic politics is another battleground.
- Tehran is testing the unity of Western countries.
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