Pepe Escobar: Iran’s Hidden Strategy: DEATH by a THOUSAND CUTS
In-depth analysis of Middle East escalation examines Iran's "decentralized mosaic strategy"—enabling rapid, autonomous military responses across regions. Iran's retaliation employs thousands of missiles and drones, progressively escalating to hypersonic weapons, targeting US bases in Gulf states and critical energy infrastructure. Gulf petro-monarchies reconsider US alliances amid economic vulnerability, potentially accelerating the petrodollar's decline. Russia and China provide strategic support through intelligence sharing and military cooperation, reshaping regional power dynamics. The…
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