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The Evolution of the US-Iran Conflict: The Five Circles of War Theory and Its Predetermined End

Published March 23, 2026, 09:16
The Evolution of the US-Iran Conflict: The Five Circles of War Theory and Its Predetermined End

The US-Iran conflict, involving Israel, has caused global concern. The article analyzes the conflict based on the theory of the five circles of war (Leadership, Armed Forces, Energy, Infrastructure, Population), arguing that the US prioritized neutralizing Iranian leadership, followed by armed forces, infrastructure, and energy, while the population is the last priority. The US aims to collapse the Iranian state and replace the regime with a more friendly one. The author estimates that the conflict will continue until the elimination of Iranian leadership and mentions the possibility of activating minorities in Iran with US support.