In a series of escalating attacks, American military bases in the Middle East have been targeted by Iranian proxies, with the number of attacks reaching 106 since October. The recent incidents include the shooting down of anti-ship ballistic missiles by the US Navy in the Red Sea, marking the first time the Navy has done so in a battle. As Iran's influence grows, questions arise about whether Iran fears the United States and the effectiveness of current deterrence strategies.
Experts believe that Iran, as well as their proxy forces in countries such as Iraq, Syria, Libya, Lebanon, Gaza, and Yemen, do not currently fear the US. They view America as a declining force in the region and have confidence that the US will avoid using military force. The response ratio of under 10 to over 100 attacks in Iraq and Syria alone further underscores this perception.
