Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Biden-Harris ‘Jekyll-Hyde’ Israel Policy — with Rich Goldberg
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Oct 16, 2024 Rich Goldberg, a senior advisor at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former White House counter-terrorism director, dives into the Biden-Harris administration's complex Israel policy. He discusses the recent deployment of the THAAD missile defense system, highlighting its importance against Iranian threats. The conversation also tackles the U.S. letter threatening military aid cuts, the balance between humanitarian efforts and military strategies in Gaza, and the evolving dynamics of U.S.-Israel military collaboration amid geopolitical tensions.
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Iran's Learning Curve
- The October 1st attack, while not destabilizing, proved more effective than the April 13th attack, indicating Iran's evolving tactics.
- This suggests Iran is learning and adapting its strategy with each attack against Israel.
Shift to Ballistic Missiles
- Iran's shift to ballistic missiles in the October attack, after using a mix of missiles and drones in April, suggests a tactical adaptation.
- This change likely stems from observing Israeli defenses and response tactics in previous attacks.
Intent Behind Attacks
- Launching 120 ballistic missiles, even at military targets, demonstrates intent to inflict significant damage, not mere symbolic action.
- The limited accuracy of such missiles, coupled with Israel's small size, makes civilian casualties a serious risk.