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UPDATED Oct 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Oct 25, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
Iranians fear possible return to full-scale war
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Many Iranians are bracing for a possible return to all-out war as elections in Israel and the United States heighten uncertainty. Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Daniel Shapiro warned that renewed military operations could deepen regional and global economic strains, while assessing the risk of fighting after the elections.
WHO: Many Iranians; former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Daniel Shapiro
WHAT: Many Iranians are bracing for a possible return to all-out war, while Daniel Shapiro warns of risks from renewed fighting.
WHEN: Reported Oct 25, 2026 at 12:41 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Elections in Israel and the United States are heightening uncertainty; Shapiro said renewed military operations could deepen regional and global economic strains.
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