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'Iran wouldn’t have SURVIVED if it wasn’t for popular support from its people' — Professor Marandi He argues that without the backing of its 'highly educated population', Tehran would have collapsed under sanctions, war, and siege long ago Full interview: Rick Sanchez

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In an interview for Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi argued that while the United States has long projected power through its bases across the Gulf, it still fundamentally misunderstands Iran, its politics, society, and military capabilities. Marandi says decades of confrontation have allowed Iran to study Washington closely, from its military structure to its domestic politics, while American policymakers rely on superficial assumptions and outside narratives that underestimate the Islamic Republic. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #Tehran #UnitedStates #Gulf #News #AlMayadeen
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In an interview for Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi argued that while the United States has long projected power through its bases across the Gulf, it still fundamentally misunderstands Iran, its politics, society, and military capabilities. Marandi says decades of confrontation have allowed Iran to study Washington closely, from its military structure to its domestic politics, while American policymakers rely on superficial assumptions and outside narratives that underestimate the Islamic Republic. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #Tehran #UnitedStates #Gulf #News #AlMayadeen

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‘Iran will not allow Israel to repeat in Lebanon what it did in Gaza’ — Professor Foad Izadi He argues that stopping genocide is a duty under international law And that Iran is the only country acting accordingly Full interview: Rick Sanchez
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Professor Mohammad Marandi told Al Mayadeen that #Iran will not compromise on its core regional principles, including its sovereignty, the Palestinian cause, and its position on #Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz. Marandi also warned that any attempt to challenge Iran militarily would fail, stressing that #Tehran would respond decisively and continue to assert control over its strategic interests, while maintaining its regional alliances and demands for accountability. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #IranWar #WarOnIran #StraitOfHormuz
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“The armed forces and the state exceeded even my expectations,” says Professor Marandi — but he never doubted the outcome. He says he was always confident the U.S. would fail in its war on Iran. And if that reality isn’t obvious in the United States? He argues Washington’s elites and the media are trapped in their own echo chamber — believing their own propaganda. Interview live now on The Sanchez Effect.
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“The armed forces and the state exceeded even my expectations,” says Professor Marandi — but he never doubted the outcome. He says he was always confident the U.S. would fail in its war on Iran. And if that reality isn’t obvious in the United States? He argues Washington’s elites and the media are trapped in their own echo chamber — believing their own propaganda. Interview live now on The Sanchez Effect.

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In an interview for #AlMayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi warns that if #DonaldTrump targets Iran’s vital infrastructure, “those regimes that facilitate this attack… will be partners in crime,” stressing that without Gulf states, #Washington “could not have launched the war.” Professor Marandi said Iran will “definitely retaliate,” adding that failing to do so would invite further attacks, and that “this time #Iran is going to finish the job.” He said that Iran has focused on strategic targets, while the US and the Israeli regime have been bombing civilians. Professor Marandi explains that he has warned the people of the Gulf states to leave because Iran wants them protected, affirming that Iran has remained careful not to target people. Seyed Mohammad Marandi
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Professor Marandi makes Iran’s position on negotiations clear: ▪️ Trump must honor the terms agreed before the first round of talks ▪️ Israel must halt its assault on Lebanon ▪️ The siege on Iran must be lifted Otherwise, he says, talks are pointless — and Iran is prepared for war. Full breakdown on The Sanchez Effect.
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Speaking to Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi asserted that Iran never expected the United States to implement the memorandum of understanding, stressing that the "Iranians have no trust in the #Trump regime." He also added that "Iran knew that the #UnitedStates would drag its feet as much as possible," arguing that it had agreed to electronic signatures without a formal ceremony because of that distrust, adding that Iran's leverage lies in its control of the Strait of Hormuz. Marandi further asserted that "#Iran won the war," and warned that "Iran will continue to use that leverage" until the US fulfills its commitments, saying the future of the agreement depends on whether the US ultimately honors its side of the deal. As for the signed framework agreement between the Lebanese authorities and the Israeli occupation, Professor Marandi said it is an attempt by Washington to violate the US-Iran MoU and an attempt by the US to "undermine the agreement". Seyed Mohammad Marandi #USIranMoU #Lebanon
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In an interview for Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi denies any developments in negotiations between Washington and Tehran, adding that the abandonment of "Project Freedom" was due to its failure, not Pakistani pressure. Marandi describes the Axios report regarding an imminent agreement as "completely false" and argues that it was used to justify a US retreat in the Strait of Hormuz, further noting that recent narratives have influenced global markets, referring to oil and gas prices. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #WarOnIran #Ceasefire #Pakistan #OilPrices #AlMayadeen
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In an interview for Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi denies any developments in negotiations between Washington and Tehran, adding that the abandonment of "Project Freedom" was due to its failure, not Pakistani pressure. Marandi describes the Axios report regarding an imminent agreement as "completely false" and argues that it was used to justify a US retreat in the Strait of Hormuz, further noting that recent narratives have influenced global markets, referring to oil and gas prices. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #WarOnIran #Ceasefire #Pakistan #OilPrices #AlMayadeen

Al Mayadeen English

15,111 views • 3 months ago

“Iran is preparing for war, and war could be very close.” — Professor Marandi. He stresses Tehran is deliberately keeping the door open to negotiations — not out of naivety, but to make it unmistakably clear where responsibility for any escalation will lie. “If the U.S. attacks tonight, the resilience of ordinary Iranians is enhanced by the fact that they know that their government tried to prevent this.” Full interview: The Sanchez Effect.
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“Iran is preparing for war, and war could be very close.” — Professor Marandi. He stresses Tehran is deliberately keeping the door open to negotiations — not out of naivety, but to make it unmistakably clear where responsibility for any escalation will lie. “If the U.S. attacks tonight, the resilience of ordinary Iranians is enhanced by the fact that they know that their government tried to prevent this.” Full interview: The Sanchez Effect.

Rick Sanchez

95,242 views • 4 months ago

Speaking to Al Mayadeen on Monday, Professor Mohammad Marandi said that Yemen has the ability to inflict “far greater damage” on Saudi Arabia than Riyadh can inflict on Yemen. He explained that Saudi Arabia has major and costly infrastructure, including oil facilities, whose destruction or damage would severely impact its economy. Yemen, however, “because of years of siege and because of the genocidal war,” does not have similarly expensive infrastructure that could be targeted. Regarding Iran’s position, Professor Marandi stressed that Tehran has consistently encouraged Saudi Arabia to pursue rapprochement with Yemen. “For Iran, it is very upsetting that one of its civilian airliners when it's about to land would be threatened by the Saudis in this way. This is a dangerous move, and it angers Iranians immensely,” he said. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #WestAsia #Iran #SaudiArabia #Yemen #AlMayadeen
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Speaking to Al Mayadeen on Monday, Professor Mohammad Marandi said that Yemen has the ability to inflict “far greater damage” on Saudi Arabia than Riyadh can inflict on Yemen. He explained that Saudi Arabia has major and costly infrastructure, including oil facilities, whose destruction or damage would severely impact its economy. Yemen, however, “because of years of siege and because of the genocidal war,” does not have similarly expensive infrastructure that could be targeted. Regarding Iran’s position, Professor Marandi stressed that Tehran has consistently encouraged Saudi Arabia to pursue rapprochement with Yemen. “For Iran, it is very upsetting that one of its civilian airliners when it's about to land would be threatened by the Saudis in this way. This is a dangerous move, and it angers Iranians immensely,” he said. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #WestAsia #Iran #SaudiArabia #Yemen #AlMayadeen

Al Mayadeen English

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“Iran will be much stronger than before largely due to Trump’s foolishness.” — Professor Marandi. He says Trump’s war exposed the vulnerability of US regional proxies, forced Tehran to draw new red lines, and cement its control over the Strait of Hormuz. “Iran now needs to ensure the Persian Gulf can never again be used as a platform for war against it.” Full breakdown on The Sanchez Effect.
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“Iran will be much stronger than before largely due to Trump’s foolishness.” — Professor Marandi. He says Trump’s war exposed the vulnerability of US regional proxies, forced Tehran to draw new red lines, and cement its control over the Strait of Hormuz. “Iran now needs to ensure the Persian Gulf can never again be used as a platform for war against it.” Full breakdown on The Sanchez Effect.

Rick Sanchez

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"There is no agreement between Iran and the United States over the nuclear file. There is no agreement between Iran and the United States over a host of other issues as well," affirmed Professor Mohammad Marandi in an interview for Al Mayadeen. He explained that Trump's intention may be part of an attempt to mislead public opinion and later justify increased pressure on Iran by accusing it of changing its positions. Marandi also reaffirmed that Iran "will not relinquish any of its allies in the Axis of Resistance" under any circumstances, emphasizing that "any comprehensive agreement would necessarily have to include the people and the nations within the Axis of Resistance." Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #WarOnIran #UnitedStates #Trump #AlMayadeen
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"There is no agreement between Iran and the United States over the nuclear file. There is no agreement between Iran and the United States over a host of other issues as well," affirmed Professor Mohammad Marandi in an interview for Al Mayadeen. He explained that Trump's intention may be part of an attempt to mislead public opinion and later justify increased pressure on Iran by accusing it of changing its positions. Marandi also reaffirmed that Iran "will not relinquish any of its allies in the Axis of Resistance" under any circumstances, emphasizing that "any comprehensive agreement would necessarily have to include the people and the nations within the Axis of Resistance." Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #WarOnIran #UnitedStates #Trump #AlMayadeen

Al Mayadeen English

17,018 views • 4 months ago

In an interview with Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi described the war on Iran as a major miscalculation by the United States, arguing that Iran sees no benefit in a ceasefire at this stage. According to Marandi, Tehran believes that only sustained pressure will deter future attacks, warning that a ceasefire would give Washington and its allies time to regroup and strike again. Marandi also highlighted the broader consequences of the conflict, including rising energy prices and increasing international pressure on Washington. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #Tehran #UnitedStates #WarOnIran #Europe #Gulf #AlMayadeen
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In an interview with Al Mayadeen, Professor Mohammad Marandi described the war on Iran as a major miscalculation by the United States, arguing that Iran sees no benefit in a ceasefire at this stage. According to Marandi, Tehran believes that only sustained pressure will deter future attacks, warning that a ceasefire would give Washington and its allies time to regroup and strike again. Marandi also highlighted the broader consequences of the conflict, including rising energy prices and increasing international pressure on Washington. Seyed Mohammad Marandi #Iran #Tehran #UnitedStates #WarOnIran #Europe #Gulf #AlMayadeen

Al Mayadeen English

24,929 views • 4 months ago