"Undermining America: The Unfolding Crisis in the Middle East"

The US has been using military strikes and the threat of force to deter Iran and its proxies from attacking US personnel and facilities in the Middle East. However, the effectiveness of this deterrence strategy has been mixed, with ongoing attacks on US military targets despite retaliatory strikes. The concept of deterrence, which has been a feature of international relations since ancient times, is being tested in the current global landscape, with questions arising about the US's ability to deter adversaries and maintain credibility in its security guarantees to allies.