Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. What is your perspective on the current state of U.S.-Iran relations?
2. How do you view the role of Western intelligence in regional conflicts?
3. What are your thoughts on the recent tensions between Azerbaijan and Iran?
4. How do you assess the impact of NATO's expansion on global stability?
5. What is your opinion on the economic consequences of Trump’s tariffs?

Larry C. Johnson:

1. The U.S.-Iran relationship remains strained due to geopolitical rivalry and sanctions, with limited prospects for near-term improvement.
2. Western intelligence operations often exacerbate regional tensions, driven by strategic interests rather than neutrality.
3. Recent tensions between Azerbaijan and Iran reflect broader geopolitical manipulation, particularly involving external actors like Turkey and Israel.
4. NATO's expansion has heightened global instability by provoking Russia and undermining diplomatic efforts in Eastern Europe.
5. Trump’s tariffs have disrupted trade, hurt small businesses, and contributed to economic uncertainty without clear long-term benefits.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. Can you summarize the key points of Dimitri Orlov’s recent article “How Donald Went to War”?
2. What is Orlov’s perspective on Trump’s ability to influence the outcome of the Ukraine conflict?
3. How does Orlov view the MAGA movement and its impact on U.S. foreign policy?
4. What challenges does Orlov identify in revitalizing U.S. industry, especially regarding gender roles and drug use?
5. How does Orlov foresee Russia handling the future of Ukraine, particularly the Western region?

Dmitry Orlov:

1. The article critiques U.S. involvement in Ukraine as misguided, predicting inevitable Russian victory and NATO defeat. It also highlights Trump’s inability to change the trajectory of the conflict.
2. Trump cannot significantly alter the Ukraine situation because he lacks leverage over Ukraine or Russia, and U.S. support for Ukraine is depleting resources needed elsewhere, like in Israel.
3. MAGA has failed both domestically and internationally; Trump’s policies were unrealistic, and his administration has largely abandoned fiscal conservatism while failing to reduce U.S. global entanglements.
4. U.S. industrial decline is tied to cultural shifts favoring women and soft skills, along with widespread drug use, making it difficult to rebuild a disciplined workforce necessary for manufacturing.
5. Russia will likely demilitarize and denazify eastern Ukraine, while the western part may become depopulated and lawless, eventually resettled by Russia if left unclaimed by the West.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. What is your assessment of Donald Trump's decision to halt sending more weapons to Ukraine and its potential impact on the conflict?
2. How do you interpret Macron’s recent outreach to Putin, and does it signal a shift in European policy toward seeking a diplomatic resolution?
3. Given the West’s attempts to draw divisions between Iran, Russia, and China, how solid is the current alignment among these countries?
4. What is your perspective on the situation involving Azerbaijan, especially regarding reports of Israeli and Turkish influence and its implications for regional stability?
5. Considering Western reliance on indirect strategies and proxy conflicts, do you foresee new tensions emerging in regions beyond Ukraine and the Middle East?

Andrei Martianov:

1. Trump’s decision reflects U.S. military-industrial limitations rather than goodwill. The U.S. is running out of resources and cannot sustain arms deliveries.
2. Macron’s call to Putin stems from fear, not diplomacy. Europe is panicking as it realizes the war is unwinnable and energy vulnerabilities are critical.
3. The West’s narrative attempting to divide Iran, Russia, and China is false. These nations are closely aligned, especially after recent events like the Iranian-Israeli conflict.
4. Azerbaijan’s actions are influenced by Turkey and Israel. However, Russia and Iran have leverage and will act decisively if provoked, given their strategic interests.
5. Yes, the West will continue using destabilization tactics elsewhere, particularly in Central Asia and through radical Islamist groups, due to its military and industrial impotence.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. What is the significance of Trump's budget deficit bill in relation to dollar hegemony?
2. How does Trump's tariff policy impact the U.S. economy and global trade dynamics?
3. Why are foreign investors beginning to move away from the U.S. dollar and Treasury bonds?
4. What role does income inequality play in destabilizing the U.S. economy?
5. How might the BRICS nations reshape global economic power structures?

Michael Hudson:

1. Trump’s bill, combined with his tariff policies, threatens dollar hegemony by increasing budget deficits and lowering the dollar’s value, making it less attractive to foreign investors.
2. Tariffs raise import prices and harm consumers while failing to revive U.S. manufacturing due to high domestic production costs.
3. Foreign investors are moving away from the dollar due to declining exchange rates, rising inflation, and fears of further devaluation.
4. Income inequality is worsening as tax cuts favor the wealthy while social programs for the poor are cut, creating social instability.
5. The BRICS nations are building an alternative financial system outside Western control, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and institutions like the IMF.

Richard Wolff:

1. The decline in the dollar reflects a loss of confidence in U.S. economic policy and its long-term stability, accelerating capital flight.
2. Tariff-driven protectionism disrupts global supply chains and fails to bring back manufacturing because U.S. production costs remain too high.
3. China’s economic model focuses on state-led development and infrastructure investment rather than speculative finance, offering a viable alternative to Western capitalism.
4. BRICS growth signals a shift toward a multipolar world where countries can trade and develop without depending on the United States or Europe.
5. The U.S. response—military spending and sanctions—reflects declining economic influence and a desperate attempt to maintain global dominance.

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1. What is your reaction to the U.S. decision to hold back weapons from Ukraine, and how does this align with NATO's stance?
2. How do you interpret Donald Trump’s support for Netanyahu despite Israel’s weakened position internationally?
3. What are the implications of Iran cutting ties with the IAEA, especially in terms of global nuclear oversight?
4. Do you believe the tensions between Azerbaijan and Russia/Iran are being manipulated by external forces like the UK?
5. What do you think is France’s main objective in reaching out to Putin after years of silence?

1. The U.S. decision reflects an "America First" policy, prioritizing domestic defense needs and signaling a shift away from globalist military engagements.
2. Trump supports Netanyahu because a weakened but still-powerful Netanyahu may be more inclined to negotiate peace, whereas an unknown successor could be more radical.
3. Iran’s withdrawal from IAEA cooperation shows distrust in international institutions that have been weaponized against them, and it may lead to demands for equal scrutiny on countries like Israel.
4. Yes, the UK appears to be stirring tensions between Azerbaijan, Russia, and Iran as part of a broader geopolitical strategy to destabilize Eurasia.
5. France likely wants to negotiate with Russia to prevent further advances in Ukraine and preserve Western control over strategic areas like Odessa and the Black Sea coast.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. What is the current situation regarding potential Israeli attacks on Iran, and how are Iranians perceiving this threat?
2. How do you interpret Trump's recent statements about Netanyahu and the judiciary in Israel?
3. Is there a possibility of the U.S. being able to control Netanyahu’s actions in the current crisis?
4. How effective were the Israeli strikes on Iran, and what strategic assets remain intact?
5. What is Iran’s stance toward countries like Azerbaijan that allowed Israeli use of their airspace?

Mohammad Marandi:

1. The Israeli regime is likely preparing for another attack, but Iran is now more prepared and will respond much harder if attacked again.
2. Trump may want Netanyahu to feel more secure to avoid escalation, not out of goodwill, but because he understands the danger of another round of fighting.
3. The U.S. cannot win a war against Iran; any large-scale conflict would be devastating for the U.S. and the world, and Iran is in a commanding position globally.
4. Israeli strikes had limited success; most key Iranian military assets, especially underground facilities, remain intact and operational.
5. Iran respects Azerbaijan’s sovereignty but expects the same in return; however, Aliyev’s alignment with Israel has angered many Azeris in Iran and weakened his position.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. How do you assess the current dynamics between Iran and Israel, and who holds the strategic advantage?
2. Do you believe the U.S. involvement in the Middle East has weakened its global military and economic position?
3. How are internal factions in Iran responding to increased pressure from Western powers?
4. What impact does the weakening of pro-Western factions have on Iran’s foreign policy direction?
5. Could recent events lead Iran to reconsider its stance on nuclear weapons development?

John Helmer:

1. In the short term, both sides inflicted damage, but in the long run, Iran holds the advantage due to resilience and geographic compactness.
2. Yes, the U.S. is facing logistical, financial, and technological constraints due to simultaneous conflicts and aid distribution limits.
3. Pro-Western factions in Iran are losing influence as sanctions and military failures expose their weaknesses.
4. The failure of pro-Western groups has shifted Iran’s policy toward self-reliance and closer ties with non-Western allies like Russia and China.
5. While Iran may not rush to build a nuclear weapon, it could reconsider its stance if pressured further or if regional security demands it.

Ray McGowan:

1. Iran has proven it can withstand Israeli attacks, which boosts its regional standing and weakens Israel’s deterrence.
2. The U.S. is overextended and unable to sustain multiple fronts, especially with dwindling resources and public support.
3. Pro-Western elites in Iran are under pressure, but internal politics remain complex and resistant to quick shifts.
4. Sanctions have not crippled Russia but have fractured its elite class, leading to a more anti-Western economic and political alignment.
5. Iran may seek advanced defense technology from Russia and China rather than escalate immediately, preferring strategic patience.

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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. What is your assessment of the push to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanon?
2. How do you view the reality of disarming Hezbollah amidst rising tensions?
3. What are your thoughts on Iran's role in confronting Israel and the U.S.?
4. Is there any possibility of Israel launching another attack on Iran?
5. How do you evaluate the West’s narrative collapsing in the Middle East?

Leith Maruf:

1. The idea of disarming Hezbollah is unrealistic; the population is arming itself, and no one trusts Wahhabi death squads.
2. The Lebanese people are hardened against disarmament; sleeper cells and chaos are more likely than peaceful resolution.
3. Iran’s retaliation uplifted regional morale and proved its military capability against Western technologies.
4. Israel won’t launch a full-scale attack soon; instead, they may rely on terrorism and sleeper cells due to recent defeats.
5. The West’s dominance is crumbling; global consciousness has shifted, exposing their hypocrisy and accelerating their decline.

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