The United States has once again found itself drawn into a major conflict in the Middle East, this time with Iran.

But a key question is now being debated: who pushed Washington into this conflict?

Israel has played a central role in encouraging a confrontation with Tehran, warning that Iran poses an existential threat, and has urged Washington to take stronger action to stop its nuclear ambitions.

But how much influence does Israel really have over US foreign policy, and did it help shape the decision to confront Iran militarily?

This week on UpFront, Redi Tlhabi speaks with political scientist John Mearsheimer.

With the thrust and parry of rigorous debate, Mehdi Hasan cuts through the headlines to challenge conventional wisdom, highlight contradictions and uncover double standards.

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Through rigorous debate, Marc Lamont Hill cuts through the headlines to challenge conventional wisdom.

<p>Through rigorous debate, Marc Lamont Hill cuts through the headlines to challenge conventional wisdom.</p>