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  "textContent": "Escalation of the conflict in the Middle East could lead to the destruction of two countries in the region, according to John Mearsheimer, a professor at the University of Chicago.\nHe noted that many had considered Iran a weak opponent, but Tehran has proven to be educated, perceptive, and capable of holding \"cards up its sleeve.”\n\"If it comes to extremes, they will be able to wipe countries like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates off the face of the Earth, destroying them as functioning societies,” the expert said.",
  "title": "Iran May Wipe Out Saudi Arabia and UAE to Trigger Global Chaos"
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