Judging Freedom Prof. Seyed Mohammad Marandi : Why Iran Wants Peace.
Nov 10, 2025
Prof. Seyed Mohammad Marandi, an academic based in Tehran, dives into Iran's foreign policy and its stance on global justice. He explores the historical roots of Iran's opposition to Israel and how U.S. support for Israel is dwindling among younger generations. Marandi discusses Iran's rejection of nuclear weapons, attributing it to ideological beliefs, and highlights the nation's dedication to supporting oppressed groups worldwide. He also reflects on the shifting global opinion against Israel and the implications of U.S. foreign policy in fostering regional instability.
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Iran's Longstanding Palestinian Stance
- Iran has long opposed the Israeli regime and supports a one-state solution granting equal rights to all in Palestine.
- Global opinion is shifting toward that solution, weakening Israel's moral standing, according to Seyed Mohammad Marandi.
Public Diplomacy Versus Daily Reality
- Israeli appeals to Iranians ring hollow when Israel and the U.S. impose harsh measures on Iranians.
- Seyed Mohammad Marandi says daily images of Gaza and Lebanon make Israeli rhetoric unbelievable to Iranians.
Why Iran Rejects WMDs
- Iran's leaders refuse nuclear or chemical weapons on moral and strategic grounds.
- Seyed Mohammad Marandi cites Ayatollah Khomeini and Khamenei opposing such weapons to avoid regional proliferation.