Retired vice admiral: Calculus for Iranian government changing
Retired Vice Admiral Robert Harward, the former Deputy Commander of Central Command (Centcom) said Thursday the calculus for the Iranian government was changing. In an interview on “On Balance” with host Leland Vittert, Harward said, “I think you're seeing the calculus change already, external to Iran as much as internal.
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Retired Vice Admiral Robert Harward said the Iranian government's way of making decisions is changing. He spoke on the TV show “On Balance” with host Leland Vittert. Harward explained that the shift comes from both outside Iran and inside the country. He also warned that cyber‑attacks are part of this change.
Why it matters
Understanding how Iran thinks helps predict its future actions, which can affect regional stability. Changes in Iran's strategy may influence oil prices, diplomacy, and security concerns worldwide.
- Who is Robert Harward?
- He is a retired vice admiral and former deputy commander of U.S. Central Command.
- What did he say about Iran?
- He said Iran's decision‑making calculus is shifting due to internal and external pressures, including cyber‑attacks.
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