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Iran war panel roundup: What has the US gained, and why send more troops? - CNN NewsNight
Even as regional leaders scramble to find diplomatic off-ramps to the war, the main players – Israel, the US and Iran – are doubling down on their positions. Donald Trump has claimed Iran is almost ready for a deal, as Tehran warns it will “rain fire” on American troops if they launch a ground invasion.
As the Iran war enters its fifth week, here's a roundup of CNN panelists debating key topics related to the war. - Aired on 03/30/2026.
0:00 Is it good policy to lift sanctions on Iranian oil?
6:22 Shouldn't Trump go to congress for boots on the ground in Iran?
16:34 If Trump says we've won, why send more troops?
27:02 What have we gained from the war in Iran?