Iran

Pope Leo on the Lion and the Lamb

Alas, Pope Leo’s admonition to choose “dialogue, diplomacy and peace” is not within the purview of either Iran’s theocratic vision or its military mafia.

Israel, Iran and the Theory of Total War

The lessons of history show that, without a truly decisive victory in favor of one side over the other, further conflicts are only more likely

Iran, America, and the Burden of Indispensable Leadership

The truth is that, despite frequent criticism, American leadership is completely indispensable for maintaining global order, and that absent US engagement, the world would be far worse off

Stop Analogizing Iraq in 2003 to Iran in 2025

Critics of the 2003 invasion of Iraq should recall that much of the chaos that unfolded was specifically caused by Iran arming and supporting sectarian militias across the Middle East

The Shifting Balance of Power in the Middle East

Israel’s decisive airstrikes on Iran have cemented its status as the Middle East’s dominant power, reshaping regional dynamics and proving that joint all-domain operations with the U.S. can set a new strategic order no competitor is yet ready to challenge.

Six Early Lessons of Operation Midnight Hammer

The US airstrike on Iran was America’s most successful military intervention in decades. Let’s recognize that and learn from it.

Peace Through Precision

President Trump’s strike against Iran’s nuclear program shows that peace is possible when sought through strength and tactical precision

Striking Iran Will Not Change the Long-term Strategic Picture—America Should Still Do It

Neither regime change nor allowing Iran to acquire a nuke are realistic options. Instead, America must have the strategic resolve to strike Iran if necessary and the patience to await a grassroots uprising.

Episode 91 | Is Israel’s Fight for Survival also America’s Fight?

Dr. Farhad Rezaei joins the Provcast to discuss the hard questions around the Israel-Iran conflict, including escalation, American involvement, and regime change