Colonial Outcasts Operation MIDNIGHT HAMMER: The US PR Stunt to Spark Regional Conflict, Isolate China
Jun 22, 2025
Tensions rise as the U.S., Israel, and Iran inch closer to conflict amid military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The conversation dives into the satire of 'Operation Midnight Hammer,' critiquing military rhetoric and the absurdities of foreign policy. Listeners will explore the strategic challenges of U.S. military assets in the Persian Gulf, alongside discussions on the complexities of American soft power and the decline of global institutions. The episode wraps up with reflections on history's lessons, drawing parallels to the Roman Empire.
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Strikes Were Costly PR Stunt
- The U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites seemed largely symbolic with negligible military impact.
- Iran's nuclear program was mostly civilian and unthreatening, making the attack a costly PR stunt.
Iran's Missile Threat to U.S.
- Iran’s proximity to U.S. bases makes any regional conflict extremely risky for American personnel.
- Iranian missile capabilities, including anti-ship missiles, pose a real and serious threat to U.S. bases nearby.
China's Position on Strait Control
- China has strong economic ties with Iran and is unlikely to pressure Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
- The U.S. underestimated China’s incentives and influence, making diplomatic appeals to China ineffective.