Alexander Mercouris
February 1, 2026 · 9 min read
Iran Readies For Big War; Zelensky Dithers Postpones Talks Predicts Failure; Russia Restarts Strikes
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Key Takeaways
- 1The situation between the United States and Iran continues to escalate in what can only be described as a dangerous war of nerves.
- 2These preparations are being complicated by Iran's ongoing economic crisis, but the country has valuable experience from the Iran-Iraq War of the 1...
- 3Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, recently delivered a speech addressing the current crisis.
- 4There are reports that Iran has begun repairing nuclear facilities damaged in the June attacks, which is hardly surprising given that leaving them ...
- 5Despite the lack of justification for military action, even under the controversial doctrine of preemptive defense articulated by the George W.
Overview
The situation between the United States and Iran continues to escalate in what can only be described as a dangerous war of nerves. Over the past 24 hours, reports from Iran indicate that authorities are taking increasingly serious preparations for a potential American attack. The Iranian government has been working to convert subway stations into emergency shelters and establishing facilities for citizens who might be displaced during an attack on Tehran. Additionally, they are stockpiling essential supplies including food, medicines, and other critical resources.
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