The economic consequences of the Iran war
The U.S. is likely to get off easy, while others will bear the brunt.
With the end of the post-WW2 global order, every great power is now effectively a rogue state. Russia is trying (and failing) to reestablish its old empire. China is menacing its neighbors and funding aggressive proxies around the globe. But for sheer wackiness and chaos, it’s hard to be...
The article presents a critical analysis of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the U.S., questioning the motives behind U.S. intervention and highlighting potential negative economic impacts on both countries. By comparing this conflict to past interventions in Vietnam, Iraq, and Libya, the author raises concerns about the human toll of these conflicts and challenges the narrative that U.S. foreign policy is driven by a desire for peace and human rights. The article concludes with a call for ...