Daniel Davis Deep Dive IRANIAN HATRED for THEIR GOV OVERBLOWN /Glenn Diesen & Lt Col Daniel Davis
Mar 11, 2026
Glenn Diesen, a geopolitical analyst and commentator, joins to dissect U.S. strategy and Iran’s options. They probe mixed messaging from Washington, Iran’s asymmetric tools to threaten the Strait of Hormuz, and why bombing may not spark internal revolt. Conversations cover proxy limits, Russia’s diplomatic role, and how prolonged conflict shifts the balance toward Tehran.
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Contradictory Rhetoric Undermines Policy Credibility
- Messaging from the White House mixes maximalist rhetoric with conciliatory promises, eroding credibility and confusing allies.
- Diesen notes declarations ranging from 'destroy and never rebuild Iran' to 'we can rebuild it,' highlighting tactical incoherence.
Cheap Asymmetric Weapons Can Close Hormuz
- The Strait of Hormuz is easily disrupted with cheap, asymmetric weapons, so sinking Iranian warships doesn't guarantee control.
- Diesen highlights drones, small naval torpedoes, and mines as low-cost tools Iran can use to close the strait.
Civilian Harm Strengthens Iranian Nationalism
- Bombing that harms civilians and infrastructure negates any narrative of 'liberation' and strengthens nationalist support for the regime.
- Diesen warns that attacks killing children and destroying fuel depots produce sympathy and rally-round-the-flag effects.