Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 3/14/25 Muhammad Sahimi on how Trump’s Return and Israel’s War are Affecting Iran
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Mar 23, 2025 Muhammad Sahimi, a USC professor and expert on Iran's political landscape, dives into the complexities of U.S.-Iran relations and Trump's potential return. They dissect the impact of 'maximum pressure' policies, raising concerns about triggering a nuclear crisis. Sahimi also addresses how economic improvements could spark political change and examines the intricate factional dynamics within Iran. The conversation sheds light on Israel's military strategies toward Iran, critiquing the notion that regime change can be achieved through force.
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US-Iran Relations
- Iran's new president, a moderate, signaled willingness to negotiate with the US.
- Trump's maximum pressure policy, including renewed sanctions, halted progress.
Negotiation Stance
- Trump's reimposing of sanctions contradicts Iran's willingness to negotiate.
- Iran is open to talks but not under threat of military action.
Sanctions Impact
- Sanctions have severely impacted Iranian civilians, causing deaths due to lack of medicine.
- Despite this, Iran has shown restraint by not building a nuclear bomb.
