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Professor Mandi discusses the long-standing destructive role of the United States in Iraq, highlighting its historical support for Saddam Hussein, the green light for the invasion of Kuwait, and the subsequent occupation. He details how the U.S. continues to exert significant control over the Iraqi government and its oil resources, even determining how much oil revenue Iraq receives. Despite U.S. claims of Iranian destructive influence, Iran provides essential electricity and natural gas to Iraq, often without immediate payment due to U.S. sanctions, showcasing a contrasting approach to regional stability.
The conversation shifts to the possibility of a U.S. ground invasion of Iran, noting the increased U.S. military presence and logistical equipment. Professor Mandi asserts that the U.S. has consistently underestimated Iran's military capabilities, particularly its missile and drone technology. He stresses that Iran has been preparing for a ground offensive for over three decades, not only to defend itself but potentially to deliver a decisive blow to any aggressor. The resistance movements in Iraq, Hezbollah, Yemen, and Ansar are also highlighted as significant forces that the U.S. and Israel have underestimated, making an invasion a perilous undertaking for the U.S.
The discussion addresses renewed threats from the U.S., including what are interpreted as nuclear threats from Trump, and the unstable geopolitical climate. Professor Mandi explains that Iran remains deeply skeptical of U.S. intentions regarding any deals and has developed its own leverage by significantly increasing oil exports to prepare for potential future conflicts. He criticizes Western media for ignoring the suffering caused by U.S. and Israeli actions in the region, such as civilian casualties in Lebanon and Gaza, and asserts that Iran recognizes the absence of international law in constraining Western powers. The ongoing genocide against Gazans, largely unacknowledged by Western media, is used as an example of Western hypocrisy.
Professor Mandi points out that domestic support for war in the U.S. has significantly declined, making any new conflict costly for Trump, especially with upcoming midterms. He highlights Iran's heightened confidence and preparedness for a potential second war, noting that the country has used the ceasefire period to develop new weapons and technologies. The Iranian people's morale has surged after proving their ability to confront a superpower and its allies. Despite the desperation of Zionist leaders and Trump, an all-out war is seen as suicidal, potentially leading to a global economic crash and further angering the American public.
The interview covers the hypocrisy of European nations, whose leaders initially denied involvement in the war against Iran but were later exposed as facilitating military flights to bomb Iranian civilians. Mandi condemns this as further evidence of Western duplicity, likening it to historical colonial practices where European powers exploit 'the jungle' while maintaining a 'garden' at home. He criticizes the lack of sanctions against Israel despite widespread recognition of genocide. Furthermore, he condemns the Lebanese government for its recent agreement with Netanyahu and the U.S., calling it a 'treason' that exposed their true loyalties and served as a gift of southern Lebanon to Israel. He suggests this betrayal will lead to a greater public awakening and force people to choose between supporting the resistance or the 'empire', leading to optimism.
Mandi expresses optimism that the removal of political masks will force people to take a side: either support the resistance or the empire, whether in Lebanon, Syria, or elsewhere in the region. He believes that the Lebanese public will not support a civil war against the resistance and that any such attempts by proxies will ultimately fail. He asserts that the actions of the U.S. and its proxies, including extremist groups like Al-Qaeda and ISIS, ultimately expose the manipulative nature of Western powers and strengthen the resistance. He concludes by stating that Iranian and Iraqi resistance forces are capable of countering any aggression from such groups or the Golani regime.