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Gaza remains at the epicenter of a widening regional conflict, according to analyst Helena Cobban.
Israels US-backed attack on Iran did not go to plan, with Iran proving far more resilient and capable of fighting back than Western warmongers anticipated.
We talk about the fallout from the Israeli aggression against Iran, including its impact on the situation in Gaza, the region and geopolitics.
This is a segment from The Electronic Intifada's livestream on day 636 of the Gaza genocide. Nora Barrows-Friedman, Jon Elmer and Asa Winstanley were joined by veteran journalist Helena Cobban. You can watch the full show here: https://youtu.be/r4nuYJp5RC0
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Main Topic:
The video analyzes the recent US-Israeli attack on Iran, its goals, outcomes, and implications for the region, particularly concerning the balance of power, the situation in Gaza, and the roles of China and Russia.
Key Points:
- Joint US-Israeli Attack: The attack was a coordinated effort planned long in advance, not just a US-backed Israeli operation.
- Goals of the Attack: Dismantling Iran's command system, re-establishing Israel's deterrence credibility (damaged after October 7th), and potentially causing regime collapse.
- Outcome: Mutually Hurting Stalemate: Both Iran and Israel suffered significant damage. Israel failed to achieve its goals of toppling the Iranian government or restoring its military deterrence.
- Media Censorship: Western corporate media downplayed the extent of damage suffered by Israel due to military censorship and reluctance to portray Israel as vulnerable.
- Iran's Military Capabilities: Iran demonstrated a more capable military and command system than anticipated, with built-in redundancy and resilience. They have been developing their ballistic missile and drone capabilities since the 1980s.
- US Sanctions Backfiring: US sanctions have inadvertently strengthened Iran by forcing it to become self-sufficient and develop relationships with other sanctioned countries.
- China's Role: China has been quietly expanding its influence in West Asia, providing Iran with technology and economic support, including a new rail link.
- GCC Opposition: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) expressed opposition to the US-Israeli bombing of Iran, reflecting a shift in regional dynamics.
- Impact on Gaza: The attack and its aftermath have implications for the balance of power around the Gaza issue and the potential for a lasting ceasefire. The end of the Israeli occupation of Gaza is essential for preventing future conflicts.
Highlights:
- Helena Cobban emphasizes the importance of understanding the attack as a joint US-Israeli operation, planned well in advance.
- The discussion highlights the role of Palantir's "Mosaic" tool in facilitating information sharing between the IAEA and Israel.
- The video points out the hypocrisy of the US using the same "weapons of mass destruction" rhetoric against Iran as it did against Iraq.
- The speakers discuss the significance of the new China-Iran railroad and its potential impact on regional geopolitics.
- The conversation touches on the potential for closer military ties between Iran, China, and Russia in response to the US-Israeli attack.
- The video criticizes the "drive-by shooting" by Israeli pilots who dumped munitions on Gaza after the ceasefire.
- The speakers emphasize the need for an end to the Israeli occupation of Gaza to prevent future conflicts.
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