Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Seyed M. Marandi: Iran Warns of Overwhelming Retaliation to ANY U.S. Strike
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Jan 31, 2026 
Seyed Mohammad Marandi, Tehran University professor and former nuclear negotiations advisor, gives a sharp take on Iran’s foreign policy and military stance. He discusses warnings of overwhelming retaliation to any U.S. strike. He outlines likely targets in the Gulf and regional power dynamics. He examines U.S. coercion, Israeli calculations, and where Tehran draws red lines.
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Riots Seen As Continuation Of Covert Campaign
- Iran views recent unrest and foreign meddling as an extension of the 12-day war and coordinated efforts to destabilize the country.
- Seyed Mohammad Marandi argues that these actions pushed the U.S. toward confrontation and hardened Iran's stance.
Any Strike Will Trigger Overwhelming Retaliation
- Iran warns any attack will be treated as an all-out war and promises an overwhelming response to preserve sovereignty.
- Marandi stresses that retaliation would target U.S. interests across the region, not just bases.
Avoid War By Claiming A Face-Saving Win
- The smart move for Trump is to back off and declare a symbolic victory rather than start a war with Iran.
- Marandi proposes walking away while preserving face to avoid catastrophic conflict and economic collapse.