The Thinking Muslim First Gaza, Now Tehran: The Calculus of Genocide with Sami Hamdi
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Jun 15, 2025 
Sami Hamdi, a political commentator specializing in Middle Eastern politics, delves into the complexities of current conflicts, specifically the recent escalation between Gaza and Tehran. He analyzes Netanyahu's motivations, Trump's influence on U.S.-Israeli relations, and the concerning role of Muslim leaders. The discussion probes public sentiment versus foreign interests and emphasizes the urgent need for authentic leadership among Muslims. Hamdi advocates for grassroots activism as a means to address social justice and empowers individuals to confront fear in pursuit of meaningful change.
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Israel's Calculated Strike on Iran
- Israel attacks Iran while perceiving a rare moment of Iranian weakness.
- The U.S. is divided, with Trump allowing limited Israeli military actions but restraining full-scale war.
Iran’s Regional Strategy Weakening
- Iran historically avoids direct military confrontation; it relies on proxies in the region.
- Its recent weakness is partly due to overextension and sectarian alienation of regional populations.
Unanticipated Regional Collapse
- Both Israel and Iran underestimated the extent and rapidity of recent regional shifts.
- Israeli actions dismantled Iranian proxies leading to unexpected collapses in Syria and Lebanon.