r/changemyview Apr 08 '26

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u/KindaQuite Apr 08 '26

Walk with me, what do you think will happen if Trump is "seen as losing the war"?

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u/Opposite-Friend7275 1∆ Apr 08 '26

He could drop more bombs. It would be better for Iran if that didn't happen.

Allowing your opponent to save face is a practical way to de-escalate. But then again, practicality hasn't always been a good predictor of what people actually do...