Iran war: San Diego's role, Christian 'end times' rhetoric

The American-Israeli war on Iran has entered its second week.

More than 1,300 people have been killed in Iran, according to the Iranian Red Crescent Society.

Many fear this could be another "forever war," like the U.S. invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan. We speak to a local professor who recently published an op-ed exploring that question.

He also outlines San Diego's connections to the war.

Plus, reports emerged last week alleging that military commanders are framing this war as part of "God's plan" and invoking Christian "end times" rhetoric.

We discuss the relationship between Christian nationalist theology and U.S. politics, and what that looks like today.

Guests:

• Ibrahim Al-Marashi, associate professor of Middle East History, Cal State San Marcos; visiting lecturer in journalism and media studies, San Diego State University
• Rebecca Bartel, associate professor of religion, San Diego State University