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CNN: Three Scenarios for the End of the Middle East Crisis

Published March 11, 2026, 09:06
CNN: Three Scenarios for the End of the Middle East Crisis

The crisis in the Middle East is unfolding in a way that causes global uncertainty. According to CNN analysis, the military operation is expected to last several weeks and aim to limit Iran's military power. The economic dimension of the crisis is critical, as it affects energy markets and the global economy. CNN analyst Brett McGurk presents three possible scenarios for the evolution of the crisis: a baseline scenario with a contained Iran (60% probability), an escalation scenario, and a de-escalation scenario. The baseline scenario predicts a significant blow to Iran's military power, but not the collapse of the political regime.