Manifold Seeking Truth From Facts: Israel and Iran, Missile Defense, China Economic Development
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Oct 24, 2024 Tensions between Iran and Israel heat up as missile defense strategies are put to the test. A looming oil crisis reminiscent of 1973 raises concerns, while NATO seems weary of the ongoing proxy war in Ukraine. Europe's economic decline since 2008 is scrutinized, contrasting sharply with China's booming infrastructure and solar energy advancements. Can India rise to power and challenge China? The debate on liberal democracy's role in economic prosperity adds another layer to the discussion, complemented by insights on Singapore's transformative policies.
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Understanding the Iran-Israel Conflict
- Understanding the Iran-Israel conflict requires understanding ballistic missiles and missile defense.
- Public and leadership knowledge of these technologies has declined since the Cold War.
Pershing-2 Missile Example
- The Pershing-2 missile, deployed in the 1980s, had maneuverable reentry vehicles (MARVs), making interception difficult.
- This highlights the challenge of missile defense, hitting a bullet with a bullet.
October 1st Attack Analysis
- The October 1st attack involved Iran launching around 200 ballistic missiles at Israel.
- Despite advanced defense systems, Israel likely didn't intercept most missiles.
