Why Iran’s Threats Ring Hollow: An Analysis of Tehran’s Limited Retaliation Capabilities After Operation Midnight Hammer By Antonio Graceffo

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With Operation Midnight Hammer, the United States has successfully degraded Iran’s nuclear program. While Iranian officials are threatening retaliation, Tehran lacks any meaningful options for an effective counterattack.

Yesterday’s coordinated U.S. assault marked the most significant direct American military action against Iran in modern history. The operation involved seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers flying an 18-hour round-trip mission from Missouri...