

'You have NO CREDIBILITY' on Iran: Trita Parsi slams neocon foreign policy
Jun 19, 2025
Trita Parsi, Executive VP at the Quincy Institute and author on US-Iran relations, joins the conversation to dissect the fraught dynamics between the U.S. and Iran. He critiques neoconservatives' foreign policies and the misunderstandings they provoke. Parsi reveals how recent military actions have united Iranians while also sparking discontent with their government. He emphasizes the importance of diplomacy over military solutions, particularly in light of the JCPOA withdrawal and escalating nuclear concerns.
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Credibility Requires Basic Knowledge
- Credibility in discussing Iran's threat depends on fundamental knowledge of the country.
- Ted Cruz's lack of basic understanding undermines his entire threat assessment credibility on Iran.
Impact of Israeli Strikes on Iran
- Israeli strikes surprised Iran and triggered rare public demand for nuclear weapons.
- The West's lax stance on Israeli actions strengthened Iranian regime's weaponization position.
Iran Regime Stability and Israeli Goals
- Despite unpopularity, Iranian regime remains stable after Israeli attacks.
- Israelis likely aim for regime collapse, not regime change, to avoid responsibility for aftermath.