Using the Heimlich Maneuver to Shift the Regional Security Landscape
STRATEGIECS Team
Jul 10, 2025
The Middle East is undergoing a drastic transformation following Israel’s success in dismantling the Iranian encirclement through the "Heimlich maneuver"—an operation that shifted the confrontation from Israel’s borders deep into Iranian territory. This move has redrawn the balance of power and opened the door to a new regional reality built on effective deterrence and a range of choices between escalation and settlement.
Using the Heimlich Maneuver to Shift the Regional Security Landscape
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