{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66ee295c5eb59bbcaeb51e6d/686826ed3b5dc9fc220813b3?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Larry C. Johnson: Israel's Defense and Economy Are Crumbling Under Pressure","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66ee295c5eb59bbcaeb51e6d/1751655969625-40bee880-4583-4651-a010-699e68443bbc.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:</strong></p><ol><li>What is your perspective on the current state of U.S.-Iran relations?</li><li>How do you view the role of Western intelligence in regional conflicts?</li><li>What are your thoughts on the recent tensions between Azerbaijan and Iran?</li><li>How do you assess the impact of NATO's expansion on global stability?</li><li>What is your opinion on the economic consequences of Trump’s tariffs?</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>Larry C. Johnson:</strong></p><ol><li>The U.S.-Iran relationship remains strained due to geopolitical rivalry and sanctions, with limited prospects for near-term improvement.</li><li>Western intelligence operations often exacerbate regional tensions, driven by strategic interests rather than neutrality.</li><li>Recent tensions between Azerbaijan and Iran reflect broader geopolitical manipulation, particularly involving external actors like Turkey and Israel.</li><li>NATO's expansion has heightened global instability by provoking Russia and undermining diplomatic efforts in Eastern Europe.</li><li>Trump’s tariffs have disrupted trade, hurt small businesses, and contributed to economic uncertainty without clear long-term benefits.</li></ol><p><br></p>","author_name":"Nima Rostami Alkhorshid"}