Bikram Vohra

The idea that Israel planned this elaborate scheme to discredit Iran is absurd. That concept is trumped by an ongoing war since February 28.

Iran's long history of invasions, sanctions and conflict has fostered a deep resilience, with growing resistance to US pressure and military action. The piece argues that superior firepower cannot break a people who see their struggle as a fight for national honour and freedom, leaving Washington without a clear endgame.