The U.S. & Iran Are Back at War | Trump Expands Military Campaign | Lichtman Live #246

The conflict between the United States and Iran has escalated once again.Following multiple nights of U.S. airstrikes, President Donald Trump has reinstated a blockade of Iranian shipping while tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to rise. Iran has responded with missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, while Bahrain and Jordan report intercepting incoming strikes. With global shipping, oil markets, and regional stability at stake, the risk of a broader Middle East war is growing.In this episode of Lichtman Live, Professor Allan Lichtman examines the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran conflict, the historical consequences of military escalation, and what this renewed fighting could mean for American foreign policy, global security, and domestic politics.If you value thoughtful political analysis grounded in history—not talking points—please like, subscribe, comment, become a member, or support the channel to help us continue bringing you independent coverage.🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 Join us LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/Conservative at the Core has been selected as a History finalist for the Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards: https://undpress.nd.edu/blog/2026/03/20/notre-dame-press-titles-named-2025-foreword-indies-finalists/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Iran #Trump #MiddleEast #Politics #iranwar