Tucker Carlson has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to provoke President Trump to launch a nuclear strike on Iran. Carlson described Netanyahu as cornered and desperate. Multiple sources have warned similar claims, warning that a potential conflict between the U.S. and Iran could occur within days. The Middle East is on edge as fears increase that a war could resume after the midterms. Trump is reportedly trying to find a fall guy to blame for any escalation. Military briefings have discussed what another U.S.-Iran conflict might look like. Carlson's comments have caused concern among analysts and policymakers.