Experts say that Iran’s clerical rulers may be too deeply entrenched for Iranians to topple them, and that the U.S. and Israeli strikes risk setting off deeper radicalization or violence in the country.

Billions in oil funds have not been returned to Iran as transparency fades amid efforts to circumvent biting sanctions.

China is arming Iran with attack drones, advanced missiles, and electronic warfare systems — right as the United States builds up its military presence for potential strikes against Tehran. Could this be the spark that ignites a new Middle East conflict?

CNN reports on the latest news regarding U.S. strikes on Iran: VICTOR BLACKWELL: Let’s bring in now, Wolf Blitzer. Wolf, a busy morning, and the Supreme Leader promised an expanded regional response if there was a strike,

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Iran claims it has launched four ballistic missiles at one of America’s most powerful warships.rnrnThe target? The USS Abraham Lincoln — a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarrier deployed in the Arabian Sea.