
High Command with Retired General Frank McKenzie
State Secrets
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Civilian Control and Military Decision-Making
This chapter discusses the vital importance of civilian control over military operations, particularly during critical decisions involving security and ethics. It highlights the complexities of addressing Iranian threats during the speaker's time at CENTCOM, focusing on the actions of Qasem Soleimani and the implications of a decisive military strike. The conversation delves into the intricacies of deterrence and the psychological dynamics shaping U.S.-Iran relations following Soleimani's assassination.
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