Plot Summary:Frank continues to campaign in Iowa, his speeches still drawing enthusiastic applause, but he cannot avoid questions from some military families about the progress in the Jordan Valley and whether the US was involved in the secret operation that led to Israel's intervention. These questions put Frank in an awkward position, forcing him to deflect, prevaricate, or change the subject. With the nation's attention on the matter, Dunbar won't miss the opportunity and is likely to use it to attack Frank during the TV debate. To avoid the backlash, Frank has Jackie request a debate postponement. Meanwhile, at the UN, Claire faces mutual accusations and quarrels from the Jordanian, Israeli, and Palestinian ambassadors, and can only mediate between the parties. Finally, Claire proposes that Israel withdraw some troops and Palestine cease shelling, but given the involvement of Russian forces, the parties may not strictly adhere to this plan. What concerns Claire even more is Israel's proposed no-fly zone in the relevant areas, a move that could anger Russia and lead to a Russian-Israeli conflict. Israel unilaterally establishes a no-fly zone in the Jordan Valley without contacting the US. This catches Frank off guard, leaving him to issue an official statement at the next day's press conference, expressing opposition but understanding its initial intention to protect civilians, and re-emphasizing the US-Israel alliance. With this seemingly opposing but in fact supporting stance, he pressures Russia. Jackie watches the overwhelmed Frank on TV, reflecting on how he has repeatedly used her without regard for her feelings, and her resentment towards Frank grows stronger. Her fiancé, Alan, sensing Jackie's distress, encourages her to cut ties in time and free herself from Frank's control. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 10 TV Cat. Russian President Petrov's response to Israel's no-fly zone is strong, publicly declaring he will personally fly through the no-fly zone to the Jordan Valley. If Petrov does this, Israel, though unlikely to shoot down his plane, will certainly refuse to withdraw troops to save face, and the chain reaction will be continued clashes between Palestine and Israeli forces. Cabinet members believe Petrov is just bluffing, but Frank doesn't think so; he knows Petrov will take actual action, and the best response is to go to the Jordan Valley and confront Petrov directly. Others might applaud the President's brave actions, but Claire is very worried about her husband's reckless behavior. Claire tries to persuade Frank to let her negotiate with Israel. But this would take too long, and Frank, in order to resolve the issue before the Iowa caucuses, still decides to meet Petrov, likely compromising to withdraw peacekeeping operations and dismantle missile defense in Europe. Although he talks about valuing Claire's ideas, Frank has no regard for so-called diplomatic means. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 10 TV Cat. In an underground bunker in the valley, Frank meets Petrov. This time, Petrov not only demands the withdrawal of peacekeeping operations and the dismantling of the anti-missile system but also further demands Claire's departure from the UN. This is retaliation for Claire's actions in Russia, and if Frank agrees to revoke his wife's ambassadorial duties, it would also demonstrate his sincerity on the other two conditions. Frank returns to the White House looking dejected. To persuade Claire, he lists her various mistakes since taking office: in peacekeeping operations, with Corrigan, and even falling for the Russian ambassador's trick that made Frank risk sending special forces. All these mistakes happened because Frank trusted his wife. With things at this point, Claire is speechless and can only agree to resign. Lisa still doesn't know Gavin is using her and continues to organize support group members to donate to 'Max'. Gavin is very remorseful, and before leaving the US, he finds Lisa and tells her he fabricated these stories, but doesn't explain why. Feeling deceived, Lisa refuses Gavin's apology and throws him out. Russia finally withdraws from the Jordan Valley, dismantling the警戒線. As the nation believes the US has eased the Middle East crisis, how many know the great cost of this achievement?