The Socialist Program with Brian Becker Netanyahu Dragging US Into War With Iran w/ Mohammad Marandi
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Oct 10, 2024 In a thought-provoking discussion, Mohammad Marandi, a Professor of American Studies at the University of Tehran, sheds light on escalating Middle Eastern tensions, particularly between Iran and Israel. He critiques U.S. media narratives and explores the implications of the U.S. as Iran's adversary. Marandi highlights Iran's military readiness and the shifting dynamics of its relations with Saudi Arabia, influenced by China. The conversation also examines how U.S. foreign policy diverts attention from urgent domestic issues like climate disasters.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Tensions and Truths: The Israeli-Iranian Conundrum
05:37 • 20min
Debunking Myths: Iran, Nuclear Proliferation, and American Media Narratives
25:41 • 4min
Iran's Show of Force and Regional Preparedness
30:08 • 4min
Shifting Alliances: Iran and Saudi Relations
33:41 • 14min
The Intersection of War and Domestic Struggles
47:44 • 6min