GER—The US-Israeli war on Iran is expanding into a global conflict. The European Union supports it. The UK is letting Trump use British bases. Germany and France are involved. Canada backs it. Tehran has retaliated, in self-defense, hitting US military bases in Gulf countries. Ben Norton explains.
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March 2026
THE IRAN WAR: DIALOGUE WORKS interviews leading analysts
Approx 4 Hrs 25 Mins • Watch / readDW—The video features an in-depth discussion with Professor Marandi about the recent martyrdom of the Supreme Leader of Iran, an event that has significantly impacted Iranian society and the broader geopolitical landscape. The professor reflects on the leader’s legacy, his role in shaping Iran’s resistance axis, and his steadfast support for oppressed peoples globally, including Palestinians, Venezuelans, Cubans, and South Africans.
He highlights the leader’s personal sacrifices, political resilience, and exceptional leadership qualities during times of war and internal challenges. The discussion covers Iran’s strategic positioning amid ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, including Iran’s military tactics, diplomatic maneuvers, and regional alliances. Professor Marandi also explains the constitutional processes in Iran following the leader’s death, emphasizing the continuity and stability of the Iranian political system despite external pressures and internal difficulties.
George Galloway interviews Prof. Marandi: Netanyahu is more than willing to sacrifice the world
Approx 35 Mins • Watch / readGG—The video transcript features an in-depth interview with Professor Muhammad Marandi, who provides a detailed Iranian perspective on the current conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. The discussion begins with the professor condemning the Western support for Israeli aggression and highlights the massacre of innocent civilians, including 165 elementary school girls, which Western media largely ignore. He criticizes Western hypocrisy on human rights and accuses regional regimes of collaborating with the U.S. and Israel against Iran.
The World After Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khameini
Approx 105 Mins • Watch / readDL—The Iranian government has confirmed that the Epstein regime has assassinated Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khameini. Dimitri Lascaris and Rami Yahia discuss the significance of his death for West Asia and the broader world.
DD—The conversation delves into the broader consequences of the war, comparing it to previous conflicts like Vietnam and Iraq, emphasizing the human cost, including civilian casualties and long-term damage caused by warfare and chemical agents. The speakers express deep cynicism about the political establishment, both Republican and Democrat, accusing them of complicity or silence in the face of impending disaster. They also explore the societal fractures exacerbated by war propaganda and the dilution of democratic processes, expressing concern about the erosion of civil liberties and the possibility of authoritarianism.
Amid the grim analysis, they call for active resistance, urging viewers to ostracize war supporters in their personal lives and to vote against politicians backing the conflict. The discussion touches on the failures of anti-war movements, the deception of political figures, and the need for a more honest, critical engagement with politics. The hosts also reflect on cultural shifts, noting the decline of American “soft power” and global perception, and the ongoing impact of colonial and imperial legacies.
