Geopolitical Strategies in the Middle East

The chapter delves into the intricate geopolitics of the Middle East, discussing the control of the escalatory framework by influential factions like Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. It analyzes recent military actions by the Biden administration and Israel, highlighting the implications on Hezbollah and Iran. The conversation emphasizes the aim of protecting vulnerable states in the region and employing a carefully calibrated escalatory ladder to keep the West and Israel off balance.