# Speculation for and/or Consequences to the US and Elsewhere for Engaging in the Bombing of Iran and Other Targets

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**Created:** [March 4, 2026, 10:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/speculation-for-and-or-consequences-to-the-us-and-elsewhere-for-engaging-in-the-bombing-of-iran-and-other-targets/1028210 "2026-03-04T22:01:24Z")\
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**Post date:** [March 23, 2026, 1:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/speculation-for-and-or-consequences-to-the-us-and-elsewhere-for-engaging-in-the-bombing-of-iran-and-other-targets/1028210/246 "2026-03-23T13:32:40Z")

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The problem, from an Iranian point of view, is that the easiest it is for America to “off-ramp” this mess, the likelier it is that they will try again later.  
After an enemy kills your entire leadership, it’s not a good idea to let them get away with it easily.

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