Politics Theory Other Israel's war on Iranian society w/ Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi
Jun 19, 2025
Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi, an insightful author on Iranian political thought, joins the discussion to unpack Israel's strategies against Iran. He argues that Israel's aims extend beyond nuclear threats to the undermining of Iranian society itself. The complexities of Iranian identity, resilience in the face of aggression, and the diaspora's role are examined. Additionally, Sadeghi-Boroujerdi explores the dynamics of U.S. foreign policy in relation to Iran and the contentious alliances within the region, highlighting the intricate geopolitical landscape.
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Israel's Broader Iran Strategy
- Israel's attacks aim beyond nuclear program destruction to dismantling Iran as a sovereign regional power.
- This includes de-development of Iranian society and pushing a plan for balkanization of the country.
Iran's Diplomatic Approach on Nuclear Issues
- Iran sought a broad consensus to pursue diplomacy and settle the nuclear file amicably.
- Despite Trump's hostility, Iran remained open to negotiations to retain its civilian nuclear program.
Israel's Intelligence Edge Over Iran
- Israeli intelligence excels in penetrating Iran, leading to assassinations of key Iranian figures.
- Iran faces significant technological disadvantages and corruption hindering its defense and counterintelligence.