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Top US officials, including the defence secretary, have said that sending US troops into Iran could not be ruled out. But given public opinion in the US, such a move would come with political consequences for US President Donald Trump and the Republicans, especially with the midterm elections approaching in November. However, there are reports that the White House is looking to enlist and even arm separatist groups in the region to accomplish having “boots on the ground”.

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