Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The US and Iran are once again trading strikes after President Trump said the ceasefire agreement signed last month is now “over.”

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On this episode, Sumi Somaskanda, Caitriona Perry and Bernd Debusmann examine the renewed fighting between the US and Iran and the potential implications for Americans and President Trump’s political future.

Every weekend, The President’s Path explores the state of US politics — in Washington and beyond. We dig into the key issues shaping America and uncover what’s on the minds of those closest to power. You can contact us at: path@bbc.co.uk

00:00 Welcome to the President’s Path
00:48 US-Iran Fighting Resumes
02:43 Republicans React to the Conflict
03:48 Trump Calls Iranian Leaders "Scum"
05:00 The Strait of Hormuz: Iran's Leverage
06:29 Has the US Achieved Regime Change in Iran?
08:08 How Americans View the Conflict
09:03 Will Trump Ever Walk Away from the War?
12:22 How Much Could This Conflict Shape the Midterms?

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