Episode

Locked and Loaded: What Are U.S. Military Options for Iran?

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The Last Line of Defense
Published
Feb 4, 2026
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1747
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Summary

Host Seth Jones sits down with retired Admiral Sandy Winnefeld, the ninth Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to discuss the latest developments involving Iran. They examine the U.S. military buildup near Iran and the strategic objectives of both Iran and the United States amid rising tensions.