The Inside Story Podcast What are the implications of the US bombing Iran's major nuclear sites?
Jun 22, 2025
In this discussion, Zohreh Kharazmi, an Assistant Professor at the University of Tehran, dives into the implications of the U.S. bombings of Iran's nuclear sites. She highlights how military actions complicate diplomatic avenues and the potential for regional instability. The conversation touches on Iran's response to aggression and its impact on global oil markets. Kharazmi also examines the internal solidarity within Iran and the complex dynamics with Israel, underscoring the delicate balance of power in global politics.
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Trust Broken by Military Strikes
- The U.S. used negotiations as cover to launch military strikes against Iran's nuclear sites.
- This has deeply eroded trust, making future negotiations highly unlikely according to Zohreh Kharazmi.
Force as Diplomacy Tool
- Military force is viewed as a continuation of diplomacy to change political environments.
- Trump’s strikes aim to push Iran towards negotiations by crippling nuclear capabilities, per Matthew Bryza.
Nuclear Capabilities Severely Hit
- Iran’s uranium enrichment capabilities are severely damaged after the strikes.
- Precise details on enriched uranium quantities and whereabouts remain uncertain, says Tariq Rauf.