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strikeAug 6, 2026

As Iran war drags on, Americans are bracing for more chaos in Middle East, Reuters poll finds

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The six-day poll concluded on Monday, as Republican President Donald Trump again backed away from threatened "massive attacks" on Iran, underscoring uncertainty surrounding a conflict he initially predicted would bring a swift victory.

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  • SECTIONS As Iran war drags on; Americans are bracing; Reuters poll finds ReutersBy SECTIONS As Iran war drags on; Americans are bracing; Reuters poll finds Reuters

    The six-day poll concluded on Monday, as Republican President Donald Trump again backed away from threatened "massive attacks" on Iran, underscoring uncertainty surrounding a conflict he initially predicted would bring a swift victory. Also read: US and Iran having 'very good dis…

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