Trump Promised Peace. Why Is the Iran War Escalating? | Lichtman Live #245

President Donald Trump campaigned on ending America's "forever wars." So why is the conflict with Iran continuing to escalate?In this episode of Lichtman Live, Professor Allan Lichtman examines the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran conflict, including expanding military strikes, attacks across the Middle East, renewed threats against U.S. forces, the future of diplomacy, and what this growing crisis could mean for America's role in the region.Drawing on decades of historical perspective, Professor Lichtman explores how presidents navigate military conflicts, the political consequences of war, and whether this conflict risks becoming a broader regional crisis.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