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The Gulf states who want Trump 'to finish the job' in Iran

Mohamed Fahmy describes the situation on the ground in the Middle East

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U.S. President Donald Trump claims the war in Iran is “very close” to completion, but his televised address on Wednesday evening left the door open to at least another three or four weeks of conflict. The U.S. and Israeli attacks have taken a huge toll on Iran’s military capabilities, but Iran remains largely in control of the Strait of Hormuz and is still able to fire missiles and drones at Israel and at its Arab neighbours.

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In this video, Rob Breakenridge is joined by veteran journalist and Middle East analyst Mohamed Fahmy, who is on the ground in Kuwait. He describes the high level of concern in Arab countries about the uncertain trajectory of this conflict and Iran’s ability to hit energy and civilian infrastructure. They also discuss the divide among Arab nations as to whether the U.S. needs to “finish the job” or pursue some sort of ceasefire. Plus, Fahmy shares some insight on the March 1 missile strike that hit a base in Kuwait where Canadian troops are stationed — his reporting has revealed that it was Canadian intelligence that saved lives in that attack.

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