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Middle East Focus
Deterrence Reasserted? Debating Iran's Missile Capabilities and Willingness to Use Force
May 22, 2024
Abdolrasool Divsallar and David DesRoches discuss Iran's recent missile attack on Israel, analyzing Iran's offensive and defensive capabilities, uncertainties about Iranian air defense systems, and the impact on deterrence strategy. They delve into Iran's evolving standoff attacks, Israeli retaliatory strikes, Iranian missile capabilities, and the debate on Iran's military willingness and nuclear pursuit. They also mention upcoming works on Saudi defense reform, Iranian foreign policy, and a WMD Free Zone in the Middle East.
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- Iran demonstrated enhanced offensive capabilities through precision attacks on neighboring countries.
- Israel's limited retaliatory strike on Iran focused on conveying a message of capability and deterrence.
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Iran's Increased Offensive Capabilities and Defensive Strategies
Iran has demonstrated enhanced offensive capabilities through missile and drone attacks on neighboring countries. Recent engagements with Pakistan and Israel revealed Iran's use of precision attacks with improved accuracy. Iran's air defense capabilities remain uncertain, with questions surrounding effectiveness and command control. The attacks highlighted Iran's resolve in launching large-scale assaults, sparking debates on its offensive and defensive capacities.
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