Episode Description:
Last week, diplomacy appeared to be back on the table. This week, U.S. forces are striking inside Iran, Iranian missiles are targeting American bases, and tensions are rising across the Middle East.
Has diplomacy failed—or is military force now part of the negotiation?
In this episode of Threat & Theory, retired U.S. Naval Intelligence Captain Howard Hart explains why the current conflict may represent a new \"enforcement phase,\" where military action isn't replacing diplomacy—it's shaping it. Howard breaks down the intelligence concept of coercive bargaining, why Washington may be trying to restore leverage before returning to the negotiating table, and the three indicators he'll be watching to determine whether this crisis moves toward a larger regional war or renewed negotiations.
If you've been following the headlines but want to understand what's happening beneath the surface, this episode provides the strategic context the news often misses.
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Because understanding global conflict isn't just about watching events unfold—it's about understanding the strategy behind them.
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