McMaster on Iran using proxies out of desperation, says conflict will persist if regime remains

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H.R. McMaster, a former adviser to President Trump, discusses Iran's use of proxies in the Middle East on CBS News. He argues that ongoing conflicts will continue unless there is a change in the Iranian regime. Trump aims for an end to these conflicts.

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Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, a former advisor to President Trump, appeared on CBS News to discuss ongoing tensions with Iran, stating that the Iranian regime is using proxy forces in the Middle East due to desperation. According to McMaster, if Iran's current leadership remains in power, conflicts involving the country will likely continue despite President Trump’s efforts to resolve them peacefully.

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