The Victor Davis Hanson Show Will Trump Hit Iran?
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Jun 20, 2025 The discussion dives into Iran's military capabilities and the implications of U.S. involvement with Israel's actions. Insights into the shifting geopolitics in the Middle East reveal Israel's strategies against Iranian threats. The podcast critiques the effectiveness of defenses like the Iron Dome amid ongoing military confrontations. It also scrutinizes the divisive political climate surrounding Trump and the contrasting perceptions of authority. Delving into mental health, the conversation addresses societal impacts and the disconnect between academia and real-world consequences.
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Iran's Shia Crescent Strategy
- Iran aims to spread Shia influence across the Middle East with a "Shia crescent" from Tehran to Yemen.
- Despite threats, their conventional and nuclear capabilities have been largely reduced by Israeli attacks.
Effectiveness of Iranian Missile Attacks
- Most Iranian missile attacks on Israel are ineffective, mostly causing terror rather than strategic damage.
- Israel's defense systems intercept about 90% of incoming missiles successfully.
Destroying Iranian Nuclear Sites
- Israel can destroy Iranian nuclear sites gradually using multiple bunker buster bombs without needing new weapon types.
- Persistent, precision strikes can drill through hardened layers to neutralize nuclear threats.