The Duran Podcast "Israel Has Walked Off a Cliff" - John Mearsheimer, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Jun 20, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, John Mearsheimer, a renowned political science professor, joins Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen to dissect the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. They analyze Israel's military aims and potential miscalculations regarding Iran's capabilities. The group also explores U.S. involvement in the Middle East and emphasizes the urgent need for diplomatic negotiations. They highlight the complexities of nuclear dynamics and the challenge of achieving lasting resolutions amidst deep-seated tensions, ultimately favoring diplomacy over military action.
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Israel's Unrealistic Goals in Iran
- Israel aims to stop Iran's nuclear program, enforce regime change, or secure unconditional surrender.\n- John Mearsheimer argues none of these goals are realistically achievable by Israel alone.
Israel Underestimated Iran
- Israel underestimated Iran's resilience and military capacity.\n- Alexander Mercouris sees the conflict turning into a war of attrition unfavorable to Israel.
Limits of Israeli Military Power
- Israeli defenses and economic stamina are weakening under Iranian missile attacks.\n- Complete destruction of Iran’s nuclear sites via airstrikes appears highly unlikely.