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militaryAug 17, 2026

Is Iran preparing for a long war with US? Mojtaba Khamenei's military shake-up sends strong signals

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Is Iran preparing for a long war with US? Mojtaba Khamenei's military shake-up sends strong signals

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  • currentsapi-backfill(Mixed)By Pramode Mallik

    EXPLAINER Is Iran preparing for a prolonged war with the United States after more than five months of conflict? Why has Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei appointed veteran Revolutionary Guards commanders and hardline security officials? Explained here. Is Iran getting ready for a long-d…

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