Danny Haiphong

DH—In this detailed geopolitical analysis and discussion hosted by Danny Haiphong with former US Army officer and geopolitical analyst Stanislav Krapivnik, the focus is on the escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. The conversation highlights the profound military and strategic challenges faced by the US and its allies, especially concerning the degradation and depletion of advanced missile defense systems like THAAD and Patriot. Iran’s retaliatory strikes, which have targeted critical radar systems and military bases across the region, are causing significant disruption to US and Israeli defensive capabilities.

DH—This comprehensive discussion reveals that Iran, despite facing severe military pressure and civilian casualties from U.S. and Israeli-led airstrikes, remains strategically resilient and politically unified. Its retaliation through missile and drone strikes, leveraging underground infrastructure, has effectively countered adversaries while maintaining control over critical regions such as the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict is framed as a global geopolitical struggle, representing a broader confrontation between Western imperial powers and the global south, with Iran as a pivotal actor.

DH—Ritter provides an in-depth analysis of Iran’s political structure under its constitution, emphasizing the resilience of the govenment despite losses, and the cultural and religious context that underpins Iranian society and governance, which Western planners have largely misunderstood. He discusses Iran’s military tactics, including use of decoys, mobile missile launchers, and the psychological impact of hypersonic missile strikes. The interview also highlights the severe consequences of the conflict, including civilian casualties such as the bombing of a children’s school by the US, and the broader geopolitical ramifications involving countries like Russia, China, and Gulf Arab states.

DH—The deployment of significant air and naval assets, including 30% of the U.S. Air Force’s F-35 fleet stationed far from Iranian targets, is criticized as impractical and ineffective. The combat radius of these aircraft is insufficient to reach key Iranian locations from bases in Saudi Arabia and Jordan, and the use of aerial refueling tankers over hostile airspace is highly risky. Additionally, advanced Chinese-supplied radar and missile technology in Iran further diminish the effectiveness of traditional U.S. naval and air power.

Experts argue that the U.S. is relying on flawed intelligence and self-deception, expecting Iranian capitulation based on biased polling data funded by the CIA.

DH—The truth is coming out on Trump’s decision to hold off on US strikes against Iran, and it’s devastating for the empire’s declining global dominance says geopolitical analyst Ben Norton. In this video, we break down why Trump’s war has failed, the risk for another escalation, and the untold secret behind Iran’s missile and military power that has Washington in shock.