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Al amenazar desmesuradamente con el poderío militar contra Irán, Trump podría haber provocado su propia guerra eterna
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 7 min read
Análisis de Nick Paton Walsh, CNN
Es la sanción definitiva. Pero, de alguna manera, para el presidente Donald Trump —quien en su día buscó el Premio Nobel de la Paz por poner fin a las guerras— la fuerza militar se ha convertido en una medida casual, una especie de efecto secundario utilizado p...
Key takeaway Desplegar la mayor maquinaria militar de la historia es la tarea más seria a la que se enfrenta el comandante en jefe de Estados Unidos.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans who have served in the military or have loved ones currently serving may be particularly concerned about the escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The city's strong military presence, with Fort Bliss being one of the largest military installations in the country, means that many local families could be directly impacted by any further conflict. As the situation continues to unfold, it's worth considering how the city's economy and community could be affected by a prolonged or expanded military engagement. With a significant portion of El Paso 's economy tied to the military, any changes in deployment or military spending could have ripple effects throughout the local business community. Additionally, the city's residents who have experienced the consequences of war firsthand may be watching the situation with a sense of trepidation, wondering what the future holds for their loved ones and their community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Análisis de Nick Paton Walsh, CNN
Es la sanción definitiva. Pero, de alguna manera, para el presidente Donald Trump —quien en su día buscó el Premio Nobel de la Paz por poner fin a las guerras— la fuerza militar se ha convertido en una medida casual, una especie de efecto secundario utilizado p...
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