Iran's retaliation potential as U.S. postures in region after nuclear site strikes
NBC News analyst Jeremy Bash, former Chief of Staff at the Pentagon and the CIA, reports on potential Iranian options for retaliation after U.S. strikes on three nuclear facilities. Bash said the U.S. will posture in the region to prevent and deter Iran from waging any significant retaliation. June 22, 2025
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