Patience Over Firepower: Understanding Victory in the Middle East

Why do groups like Hamas, Hezbollah and the IRGC keep claiming victory even when they've suffered devastating losses? In this episode, you'll learn how Islamist groups, Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and their supporters interpret political divisions, public disagreements,and policy hesitation in Washington and the West. Veteran Middle East analysts Dan Diker and Khaled Abu Toameh explore why perception matters as much as military strength and why many in the region believe patience, not firepower, is often the deciding factor in victory. Whether you agree with their conclusions or not, this conversation offers a fascinating look into how the Middle East sees the West, and why understanding that perspective may be critical to understanding the conflicts shaping our world today.