Trump Iran strike on hold... for now (The Duran)

Military action should still be expected since the neocons don't want the opportunity to slip. The difference from the last attack will be improved (Russian) air defence systems. However, it's also true that there's little chance there will be regime change in Iran in any event making new strikes pointless.  

[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, January 17, 2026.]