Operation Epic Fury 2?: Adm. Robert Harward
From NatSec Matters by Beacon Global Strategies LLC
May 20, 2026 · 1h 2m · Season 1 · Episode 142
About this episode
Admiral Robert Harward discusses the strategic necessity of regime change in Iran based on his military experience and personal background.
Michael Allen is joined by Admiral (Ret.) Robert "Bob" Harward, former Deputy Commander of CENTCOM and a retired Navy SEAL, for an intensely candid look at what he believes the ultimate end state of the Iran conflict should look like. Drawing on his distinguished military career and the unique perspective of having lived in Tehran during his youth, Admiral Harward rejects the cautious consensus of Washington skeptics. Instead, he doubles down on the strategic necessity of driving toward total regime change, arguing that the U.S. holds a historic opportunity to decisively alter the global order.
People in this episode
Host: Michael Allen
Guest: Admiral (Ret.) Robert "Bob" Harward
Topics covered
- Iran conflict
- military strategy
- regime change
- U.S. foreign policy
- global order
Keywords
- Iran
- regime change
- military strategy
- Admiral Harward
- U.S. foreign policy
- Tehran
- CENTCOM
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: CENTCOM, Washington
Places: Iran, Tehran
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