Dismissing Iran as “barbaric” ignores its highly educated leadership and academic rigor, a misconception that continues to undermine Western strategic assessments.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Dismissing Iran as “barbaric” ignores its highly educated leadership and academic rigor, a misconception that continues to undermine Western strategic assessments.
Iran faces existential crisis after decapitation of leadership, with fragmented IRGC and contested Strait of Hormuz under relentless bombardment.
Killing Ali Larijani eliminates pragmatic voice, making diplomatic off-ramp harder. Hardliners fill void.