Thekabarnews.com—Defense analyst Connie Rahakundini Bakrie argues that Iran’s recent attacks on US military and civilian targets in the Middle East are not merely normal retaliation. Instead, she claims they are part of a well-thought-out military plan.

Connie adds that Tehran intended the strikes not only to harm military sites but also to hurt the finances of Gulf countries that are friends with the US. As a result, this effort would destabilize their economies. It would also influence their political alliances.

Consequently, it could potentially lead to increased tensions and shifts in power dynamics within the region. This effect is particularly significant because countries may respond defensively when they perceive threats to their economic interests and political stability. For example, countries may respond with the implementation of trade barriers or military posturing.

She believes that the objective is to pay attention to sections of the Middle East that are very essential for business. For instance, Dubai, which is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is a wonderful example. It is a major hub for shipping, trade, and finance.

Connie claims that Iran has been able to defeat modern military notions by adopting inexpensive tricks.

Iran uses drones that cost roughly $50,000 instead of weapons systems that cost a lot of money. These drones can make their rivals use missile defense systems that cost as much as $10 million for each interceptor.

On March 5, Connie told Tribun Network News Director Febby Mahendra Putra in an interview at the Tribun News Studio in Sop Jakarta that the tactic was a calculated maneuver. In other words, it aimed to wear down an opponent’s resources.

“Iran knows it would be ineffective to attack heavily guarded military bases,” she said.

She stated that the opposing side cannot use inexpensive drones and must instead rely on highly expensive missile defense systems.

This strategy is similar to a new kind of fighting termed “asymmetric warfare.” In this type of warfare, cheap technology battles against considerably more expensive defense systems.

Connie also argues that the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain made a strategic mistake in their policies.

Her research demonstrates that these countries allow the US to use their military resources to carry out operations against Tehran. This action may lead to increased tensions in the region. It could also result in potential retaliatory actions from Iran.

Additionally, reports suggest that Iran has responded by exerting pressure on the economy of the broader region. For example, Iran is implementing sanctions and influencing regional trade dynamics.

In big business centers like Dubai, security concerns have made it challenging for corporations and logistics companies to plan. The repercussions have been evident because of these developments. This situation has led to increased operational costs and delays in supply chains. Consequently, international trade suffers.

The problems in the area have also impacted energy markets around the world. For example, oil prices tied to shipments via the Strait of Hormuz, one of the busiest shipping routes in the world, increased by approximately 20 percent in just a few days after tensions mounted.

Connie closes her review by wondering how long the US defense sector will last.

She argues that if the US uses up weaponry faster than it manufactures it, it may become increasingly difficult to obtain improved weaponry.

She argues that things are getting more complicated. This is because the US has already supplied many troops and much weaponry to Ukraine to assist them in battling Russia.

Connie warns that as tensions between countries rise and fall, the growing use of cheap drones and other low-cost technologies will continue to reshape modern warfare and defense spending.

These developments could potentially lead to a shift in military strategies and priorities. Consequently, future defense budgets may undergo significant changes.

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