Why We Can't Beat Iran | EYES ON GEOPOLITICS

The current US-Iran conflict faces significant scrutiny due to a lack of government transparency regarding military objectives and the actual impact of kinetic operations. Pentagon briefings frequently obscure the extent of damage to US regional bases and the resilience of Iranian ballistic and drone capabilities. Legal experts highlight the administration's circumvention of the War Powers Resolution, raising concerns about executive overreach and the erosion of congressional oversight. Meanwhile, Iran continues to bypass sanctions through complex oil-smuggling networks and crypto-based payment structures, rendering economic pressure largely ineffective. The potential for renewed air strikes against Iranian infrastructure risks further escalation, particularly as the regime adapts its asymmetric warfare tactics. Additionally, the proposed withdrawal of US forces from Germany threatens critical logistics hubs, undermining NATO’s strategic posture and the ability to project force across the region.