Is Iran Suicidal? | Interview: Reuel Marc Gerecht

Sep 23, 2024

Reuel Marc Gerecht, a former CIA Iranian-targets officer and currently a fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, dives into the complexities of Israel's military actions against Hezbollah. He discusses Iran's potential responses and questions whether Iran's leadership might be suicidal. The conversation highlights the effectiveness of Israeli intelligence operations, the internal struggles within Hezbollah, and the implications of U.S. engagement in Middle Eastern conflicts.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Israeli Operations Against Hezbollah: Strategies and Consequences

01:31 • 6min

The Challenges of Covert Operations and Intelligence Gathering

07:50 • 2min

Hezbollah's Struggles Amid Israeli Strikes

09:22 • 4min

Iran's Communication Strategy and Utah's Land Lawsuit

13:51 • 2min

Iran, Hezbollah, and Regional Dynamics

16:16 • 20min

The Evolution of Israeli Intelligence: From Failure to Success

36:11 • 2min