By The FirstRetired IDF Major General Yaakov Amidror joins Mike Baker to break down Israel’s military objectives in its ongoing conflict with Iran. Amidror explains why toppling the regime in Tehran isn’t Israel’s goal—and why pushing for regime change could backfire.
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Thumb: Mike and Steve—Xi Jinping. Ayatollah. Iranian and Chinese Flag. A B2 bomber.
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