'There Absolutely Will Be Iranian Retaliation,' Former Diplomat Says

The video discusses the heightened security concerns for Americans following the US's unprecedented action of killing a senior Iranian official, Soleimani. It highlights the potential for Iranian retaliation through the Quds Force, which can attack US embassies and conduct cyber attacks. The security of US embassies, particularly in Baghdad, is questioned due to recent protests by Iraqi militias. The video also explores the diplomatic tensions between the US and Iraq, with the Iraqi government under pressure to expel US forces. The US claims its actions were to prevent conflict, not start a war. Experts suggest that de-escalation with Iran could involve dialogue through trusted partners.

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What strategies do experts propose for deescalating tensions with Iran?