The Abrahamic Metacritique

Where Do We Go From Here?

Operation Epic Fury has dramatically weakened Iran’s ballistic missile launches, navy, and nuclear infrastructure, and the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei marks a seismic shift in Tehran’s leadership. The United States now enjoys a decisive military edge but lacks a clear political roadmap for ending the conflict. Gulf Cooperation Council members are divided, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE backing continued pressure while Oman urges immediate diplomacy. The core U.S. objectives remain denying Iran a nuclear weapon, permanently degrading its missile capability, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz to stabilize global energy markets.