You are spot on in your analysis of Iran and the response of western countries. I see one difference in that these countries don't perceive weakness, it's boldly out in front for them to see. Biden, I see as being the weakest leader. When countries like China, Russia, Iran smell weakness , the door is opened for them to do what they couldn't do with a strong leader. He came out the other day when asked if the Houthis were a terrorist group and he replied he didn't think it was important to call them that. A statement from the president of the US gives strength and the go ahead to keep doing what they're doing. Biden releases billions to Iran, while Kirby makes the ridiculous statement that his department will be looking at every dollar. China, Russia, and Iran are laughing at us. Pro Hamas supporters are allowed to destroy parts of the White House fence, trying to take it down, and nothing happens. This is similar to London, where the police stand back and allow violent rhetoric. Excuse my hyperbole, but let a Pro Israel supporter protest and the world comes to an end. As a younger, very idealistic person who has become an older, cynical one, I now trust no one, and certainly enemies who would want to see us banished from the earth. You are correct, Joshua, all roads lead to Tehran and as soon as Israel's allies understand that, they will continue with their evil plan.
“Here is the lesson: The Iranians’ strategic decision-making is rational. Its leaders understand the threat of violence and its application. It takes will and capability to establish and maintain deterrence. We were able to reset deterrence as a result of this violent couplet. The Iranians have always feared our capabilities, but before January 2020, they doubted our will.”
You are spot on in your analysis of Iran and the response of western countries. I see one difference in that these countries don't perceive weakness, it's boldly out in front for them to see. Biden, I see as being the weakest leader. When countries like China, Russia, Iran smell weakness , the door is opened for them to do what they couldn't do with a strong leader. He came out the other day when asked if the Houthis were a terrorist group and he replied he didn't think it was important to call them that. A statement from the president of the US gives strength and the go ahead to keep doing what they're doing. Biden releases billions to Iran, while Kirby makes the ridiculous statement that his department will be looking at every dollar. China, Russia, and Iran are laughing at us. Pro Hamas supporters are allowed to destroy parts of the White House fence, trying to take it down, and nothing happens. This is similar to London, where the police stand back and allow violent rhetoric. Excuse my hyperbole, but let a Pro Israel supporter protest and the world comes to an end. As a younger, very idealistic person who has become an older, cynical one, I now trust no one, and certainly enemies who would want to see us banished from the earth. You are correct, Joshua, all roads lead to Tehran and as soon as Israel's allies understand that, they will continue with their evil plan.
Well, I am certain that Israel’s allies understand that but want to sit on two chairs at once. I might be wrong...
I agree with you. The US has been doing this dangerous dance. If they keep it up it will not end well.
“Here is the lesson: The Iranians’ strategic decision-making is rational. Its leaders understand the threat of violence and its application. It takes will and capability to establish and maintain deterrence. We were able to reset deterrence as a result of this violent couplet. The Iranians have always feared our capabilities, but before January 2020, they doubted our will.”
https://www.wsj.com/articles/lesson-of-the-soleimani-strike-quds-iran-deterrence-war-gaza-attacks-on-americans-5c9bbfa1