Muhammad Sahimi

Muhammad Sahimi, a USC professor and expert on Iran's political landscape, dives into the complexities of U.S.-Iran relations and Trump's potential return. They dissect the impact of 'maximum pressure' policies, raising concerns about triggering a nuclear crisis. Sahimi also addresses how economic improvements could spark political change and examines the intricate factional dynamics within Iran. The conversation sheds light on Israel's military strategies toward Iran, critiquing the notion that regime change can be achieved through force.

Muhammad Sahimi, professor of Iranian studies, discusses the history and impact of sanctions on Iran. Topics include the devastating famine during World War I, the 1921 British coup, access to medication in Iran, protests and their connection to sanctions, and the effects of sanctions on the Iranian people.