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Trump Went to War Convinced Iran Would 'Fold Really Quickly,' New Book Claims. Polymarket Prices a Ground Invasion at 27%

Jul 21, 2026 · 11:27 AM ET· updated 2h ago
Trump Went to War Convinced Iran Would 'Fold Really Quickly,' New Book Claims. Polymarket Prices a Ground Invasion at 27%

A new book claims Trump went to war expecting Iran to fold fast. Five months in, Polymarket traders price a US ground invasion at 27%.

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A new book says a leader expected a quick war outcome, but traders betting real money now think there's a 27% chance of a bigger military move happening. When traders change their bets, it can hint that their mood about what might happen next has shifted.

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