menu_open Columnists
We use cookies to provide some features and experiences in QOSHE

More information  .  Close

America’s Offensive Might Contrasts with Hegseth’s Defensive Crouch

8 0
05.03.2026

So far, America and its allies are routing their Islamic Republic foes.

Anyone who avails themselves of the briefings provided this week by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, would conclude as much. With the dispassion and skill of an emergency room surgeon, the general itemized the destruction U.S. and Israeli forces are dealing out to Iran’s Republican Guard and security services from the air, and he previewed what’s to come.

Iran’s capacity to launch drones and ballistic missiles has been decimated -- those launches are down 86 percent and 73 percent, respectively, from the outset of ...


© National Review