“Iran has surely been hammered by air strikes, and lost its navy and air force, but Iran as a whole continues to defend itself.”
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“If your head and your heart is not in it when you go to war, it’s going to be a lot more difficult to accomplish your objectives.”
“The choice now is not between hawkishness and compassion—but between exerting dominance and exercising a complete power.”
“The conflict is not merely a regional security issue, but a transformative event likely to reshape global energy markets.”
“Taiwan should follow the Iranian lead, deemphasizing major platforms like fighter jets and capital ships while fielding a bevy of drones and stealthy missile corvettes.
“The decision to end the conflict ultimately rests with three key non-Arab actors: the United States, Israel, and Iran.”
“He remains a product of the war, the Guards, and Ali Khamenei’s system of loyal advancement.”
“Missile launches, public messaging, and digital activity combine to produce a cumulative effect of intimidation, attrition, and demoralization.”
“It is the world’s most vulnerable who risk paying the highest price.”
“An oil tanker does not have to sink for a weakened Iran to gain leverage. It only has to turn around.”