On June 22, 2025, the U.S. unleashed "Operation Midnight Hammer," a historic B-2 bomber strike obliterating Iran's nuclear facilities at Natanz, Fordo, and Isfahan. Was this a masterstroke to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions or a reckless spark for regional war? Historian Richard C. Lyons, author of But by the Chance of War, joins The Richard Syrett Show to dissect the strike’s strategy, historical parallels, and global fallout. From Trump’s bold peace ultimatums to Canada’s surprising alignment, Lyons unravels the stakes. Tune in for a gripping analysis of power, risk, and history’s warnings.
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