

Iran's Impending Retaliation - Seyed Mohammad Marandi, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
Aug 8, 2024
Seyed Mohammad Marandi, an Iranian affairs expert, joins geopolitical analyst Alexander Mercouris and international relations professor Glenn Diesen to dissect tensions in the Middle East. They explore Iran's dilemma of potential retaliation against Israel while weighing escalation risks. The trio discusses historical Western conflicts, global shifts post-Soviet Union, and Iran's evolving alliances, especially with Russia. They also delve into regional anxieties and Iran's strategic responses, illuminating the complexities shaping contemporary geopolitics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Iran's Geopolitical Dilemmas
01:39 • 17min
The West's Economic Vulnerability and Historical Exceptionalism
18:47 • 5min
Historical Context of Western Conflicts and Geopolitical Challenges
24:00 • 2min
Geopolitical Complexities and Iranian Politics
26:24 • 11min
Geopolitical Shifts and Social Welfare Post-Soviet Union
37:02 • 6min
Shifting Alliances: Iran in Global Geopolitics
43:15 • 28min
Iran's Strategic Responses to Regional Tensions
01:11:06 • 6min