Iran Invasion Would Be America’s Biggest Strategic Mistake Yet | OilPrice.com James Durso James D. Durso is the Managing Director of Corsair LLC, a supply chain consultancy. In 2013 to2015, he was the Chief Executive Officer of AKM… More Info Premium Content By James Durso - Mar 30, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT A U.S. invasion of Iran would be militarily overwhelming and likely unwinnable, requiring massive troops, long occupation, and heavy casualties. It would trigger global backlash and instability—spiking oil prices, strengthening rivals like Russia/China, and uniting Iranians behind the regime. The human and economic costs would be enormous, making...