As tensions rise between Washington and Tehran, the United States is pursuing what appears to be a dual-track strategy: diplomacy backed by military deterrence.
In this interview on Al Hadath, Calvin Dark — political and strategic analyst based in Washington — breaks down:
Whether military mobilization signals imminent escalation
Why negotiations may be slowing
The role of Israel in shaping U.S. calculations
How domestic U.S. politics (including midterm elections) factor into the timeline
Calvin Dark is a US & international affairs commentator & communications strategist (TV, radio & online - English, French, Spanish) who has built his reputation as a creative strategic communications & media relations professional for a diverse group of clients & partners. Calvin is Principal and Co-founder of RC Communications DC, a Washington, DC based media and public relations firm dedicated to helping clients (US and foreign governments and political parties/campaigns, multinational corporations, non-profits, and decision-makers) find their voices to tell complex stories.
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