We’re about to do something that may prompt Iranian missiles to target U.S. bases.
Unlike last time [1], when we had one CVN in position, one in the vicinity [2], and Israel potting their launchers, this time [3] we’re expecting some may get through.
I don’t think so. Worst case, we see the Brent-WTI spread widen. But an attack aimed at regime change carries the potential for sanctions release (even if, as in Venezuela, it’s a shuffling versus changing of guard).
Unlike last time [1], when we had one CVN in position, one in the vicinity [2], and Israel potting their launchers, this time [3] we’re expecting some may get through.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_strikes_on_Irani...
[2] https://news.usni.org/2025/06/23/usni-news-fleet-and-marine-...
[3] https://news.usni.org/2026/01/12/usni-news-fleet-and-marine-...