Iran's mountains won't bow to bombs

In some ways, the dynamics of war between the United States and Israel against Iran boil down to bombs and mountains. As long as American bombs cannot beat mountainous Iran, Tehran can hold out on terms of its choosing with time on its side. The US' awesome airpower and Iran's mountain terrain, coupled with its drone and missile capabilities alongside the positions of other major players involved, suggest this conflict at the heart of the broader contest over the reshaping of the Middle East will persist indefinitely despite occasional ceasefire and peace talks.