Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 7/25/25 Trita Parsi on how Israel’s War with Iran Made Everything Worse
Jul 31, 2025
Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute, shares his insights on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. He discusses how recent military actions have emboldened Iran's nuclear ambitions, making it tougher to contain their efforts. Parsi challenges common misconceptions surrounding the conflict, emphasizing the heavy toll on both nations and the implications for U.S. foreign policy. He also highlights the intricacies of Israel's military strategy and the potential for instability in the region.
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War Left Both Sides Weakened
- The recent Israeli-Iran war was costly for both sides and ended with a ceasefire neither side sought to break immediately.
- Israeli missile defenses are depleting fast, and Iran's missile capability remains significantly intact and effective.
Iran Keeps Nuclear Enrichment
- Israeli bombings damaged Iran's nuclear facilities but did not stop uranium enrichment.
- Iran insists on continuing enrichment and using it as a precondition for any talks despite setbacks.
Israel Seeks Unchallenged Dominance
- Israel aimed to degrade Iran to a vulnerable state like Lebanon or Syria to bomb freely without US involvement.
- Iran will not be restrained in future conflicts and may escalate to prevent such domination.
