China's Rare Earth Squeeze Cripples America's War Machine | Silk and Steel
As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, a larger geopolitical contest is unfolding behind the headlines.Carl Zha joins Rachel Blevins to explain why the conflict is about far more than the Middle East. From China's rare earth export controls and America's missile shortages to energy security, global supply chains, and the future of U.S. power, this conversation examines how the balance of power may already be shifting.Topics include:• Why Carl argues the U.S. has limited military options against Iran
• How China's rare earth restrictions affect America's defense…
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