TRIGGERnometry The Real Reason Iran Wants to Destroy Israel - Elica Le Bon
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Dec 8, 2024 
Elica Le Bon, an Iranian-American attorney and activist, shares her family's harrowing escape from Iran post-revolution. She discusses the severe decline of women's rights and political freedoms in the country. Elica sheds light on Iran’s geopolitical motivations, particularly its aggressive stance towards Israel, including the propaganda surrounding civilian casualties. The conversation navigates the complex dynamics of the Israel-Palestine conflict, the role of regional proxies, and the moral dilemmas surrounding Western involvement in the Middle East.
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Family's Journey
- Elica Le Bon's family, like many Iranians, left after the 1979 revolution.
- Her father, studying at Oxford, lost his bursary, while her mother faced harsh realities in Iran, including imprisonment.
Shah's Response
- The Shah's liberal attitude and declining health influenced his decision not to fight the revolution.
- He believed that if the people didn't want him, he should leave.
Shah's Illness
- The Shah's illness and subsequent death raise questions about potential foul play.
- His surgeon's failure to drain his spleen, a standard procedure, led to a fatal infection.