The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2656 Scott Horton on Iran and Israel
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Jun 18, 2025 
Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and author of 'Provoked', brings his expertise on foreign policy to the discussion. He delves into the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, critiquing the dismantling of the JCPOA and the misconceptions about Iran's nuclear ambitions. Horton explores American intelligence failures regarding Iran's capabilities and argues for a nuanced understanding of military action's consequences. The conversation also touches on political dynamics within the U.S., highlighting divisions in foreign policy perspectives.
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Iran's Latent Nuclear Deterrent Explained
- Iran has maintained a latent nuclear deterrent, enriching uranium but not making nuclear weapons.
- The 2015 deal increased Iran's nuclear breakout time to one year and added significant inspections.
US Policy and Intelligence on Iran
- Trump tore up the 2015 nuclear deal but kept maximum pressure sanctions throughout Biden's presidency.
- Intelligence assessments confirm Iran is not currently making nuclear weapons.
Iran's Nuclear Delivery Limitations
- Iran lacks capability to miniaturize and deliver a nuclear weapon effectively.
- Even if they had a simple bomb, delivery methods to Israel are practically non-existent.
