The strongest version of this narrative is that Iran is taking concrete steps to prepare for a plausible U.S. ground operation, reflecting genuine strategic concerns rather than mere bluster. The directive’s decentralized command structure is a rational response to the risk of communication breakdowns or leadership decapitation in a high-intensity conflict. The comparison to "Operation Valkyrie" is apt—it signals a contingency plan for chaos, not just posturing. The focus on internal armed group...