OPINION | How the great American gamble stirred the hornet’s nest in Iran
The Great American Gamble is based on the belief that a bold move can correct the situation without sparking a broader conflagration. That confidence will not be put to the test during the first strike, but during the silent weeks that will follow
By Lt Gen A.B. Shivane, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) March 04, 2026