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The Iranian Showdown – with Jonathan Conricus

May 22, 2025
Join Jonathan Conricus, a former IDF spokesperson and Middle East expert, as he unpacks the shifting power dynamics in the region. He discusses Iran's aggressive strategies and the implications for Israel, particularly in light of Houthi missile attacks. Jonathan critiques U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations, expressing skepticism about their effectiveness. He also explores the potential expansion of the Abraham Accords while emphasizing the need for Israel to adopt a proactive stance against Iranian influence for regional stability.
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Houthis as Iran's Last Proxy

  • Houthis are the last Iranian proxy firing missiles at Israel from far away.
  • Israel plans to silence them militarily, similar to past actions against Hezbollah.
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Repeating the Failed Iran Deal

  • The US nuclear deal proposal with Iran resembles the 2015 JCPOA deal that Trump deemed bad.
  • Partial uranium enrichment restrictions delay but do not eliminate Iran's nuclear threat.
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Middle East Realignment Skepticism

  • Trump administration aims to realign Middle East by forging ties with countries near Iran.
  • But Iran is losing influence in Syria and Lebanon, while Turkey and Qatar's allegiances remain uncertain.
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