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Andrei Martyanov: This War Could Break America, Iran Won't Be Another Iraq.

Israeli strike failed; West uses drones pre-talks; IAEA, Trump lack credibility.


Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

  1. What is your assessment of the recent attack between Iran and Israel, and how does it relate to the upcoming negotiations between the U.S. and Iran?
  2. How do you view the effectiveness of Israel’s military actions against Iran, particularly in targeting its nuclear program?
  3. Can you compare the similarities between the attacks on Russia and Iran, especially regarding the use of drones and timing before negotiations?
  4. What are your thoughts on the role of international organizations like the IAEA in addressing concerns about Iran's nuclear program?
  5. How do you perceive the involvement of the Trump administration in Middle Eastern affairs, particularly with regard to Iran and Israel?


Andrei Martianov:

  1. The recent Israeli attack on Iran was well-prepared by Mossad and other Western intelligence agencies but ultimately failed to cripple Iran's capabilities or morale. It was likely timed to pressure Iran before negotiations.
  2. Israel and the U.S. are not capable of completely destroying Iran's nuclear program through airstrikes. Their air defense systems are outdated and ineffective against modern missile technology.
  3. Both attacks on Russia and Iran show a similar pattern—covert operations, drone strikes, and confusion. These tactics reflect a one-trick-pony approach by Western intelligence agencies like the CIA, MI6, and Mossad.
  4. The IAEA has been compromised and operates more as an extension of Western interests rather than as an impartial organization. Its leadership lacks technical expertise, undermining its credibility.
  5. The Trump administration is chaotic, influenced heavily by pro-Israeli and Christian Zionist advisors. Trump himself is seen as erratic and unfit for serious diplomacy, surrounding himself with questionable figures who serve foreign interests over American ones.

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