This interview explores the escalating Middle East conflict, arguing Iran is repeating Russia’s mistake in Ukraine by fighting a proxy war instead of confronting the true adversary. It highlights how Israel’s influence over US policy prevents de-escalation. A crucial solution proposed is rapidly expanding the new Mecca Defense Alliance (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan) to include Iran. A unified bloc of 458 million Muslims, with nuclear capabilities and strategic resource control, could decisively deter Israeli expansion and force a political shift in Israel before upcoming elections. However, delay is dangerous: hesitation risks Israel provoking a wider, potentially nuclear conflict to prevent this powerful alliance from forming. The Ukraine war serves as a stark warning of the dangers of letting conflicts widen.
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