Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Seyed M. Marandi: Netanyahu in the U.S. to Sell War with Iran
Dec 30, 2025
Seyed M. Marandi, a professor at the University of Tehran, offers insights on Netanyahu's visit to Washington. He discusses Netanyahu's strategies to gain support for military action against Iran and the implications of regional conflicts. Marandi emphasizes the escalating vulnerabilities faced by both Israel and the U.S. as tensions mount. He critiques the narrative surrounding Iran's nuclear capabilities and highlights the complexities of U.S. foreign policy amid global opposition to further military engagements.
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Crises As Political Lifeline
- Netanyahu needs crises to stay in power and is seeking Washington's backing for escalation.
- Public opinion globally and in the West is turning strongly against the Israeli regime, limiting its room to maneuver.
U.S. Capacity And Political Limits
- The U.S. faces global commitments, economic stress, and domestic disillusionment that reduce appetite for new large wars.
- Trump could still initiate strikes for distraction, but a broad war would worsen his domestic standing.
Dependence Undermines Regional Power
- Israel's dependence on constant U.S. backing reveals its strategic vulnerability despite claims of regional dominance.
- Netanyahu's trip to Washington underscores Tel Aviv's need to secure external political and military support.