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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/32474350

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Video Description:

Iran is warning that Israel’s next attack on its sovereignty may be its last. On this July 4th, the US empire faces the devastating consequences of its war on Iran that saw Israel begging for a ceasefire after 12-days of fighting. In this stream, former US army veteran Greg Stoker and journalists Mnar Adley & Elina Xenophontos break down the aftermath of this conflict and the reverberations it is sending across the region as the US retools for endless war.

Generated Summary:

Main Topic: The video analyzes the current geopolitical situation in West Asia, focusing on the tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US, particularly in the aftermath of the recent conflict (referred to as the “12-day war”). It also discusses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the broader implications for regional stability and global power dynamics.

Key Points:

  • Iran-Israel Tensions: Iran has warned Israel that its next attack could be its last. The recent conflict was seen by some as a carefully managed escalation/de-escalation game.
  • Trump’s Conflicting Messages: Donald Trump’s statements on the conflict have been inconsistent, reflecting pressure from both pro-Israel factions and his base, who oppose further military intervention.
  • Regional Resistance: Several resistance groups in the region (e.g., Hezbollah, Yemeni armed forces, Iraqi resistance groups, Pakistani Zanabun group) have pledged to support Iran in case of a wider conflict.
  • Israel’s Losses: Israel suffered significant damage in the recent conflict, with reports suggesting substantial destruction in Tel Aviv. The Israeli government attempted to censor information about the extent of the damage.
  • US Involvement: The US has been engaged in a shadow war against Iran for decades, providing intelligence, weapons, and support to Israel. However, the US may be hesitant to engage in a full-blown war due to its stretched military resources and domestic opposition.
  • Economic Factors: The US and the West are trying to dismantle or issue major blows to Iran in order to bring about some sort of regime change that will favor the West.
  • US Military Readiness: The US military-industrial base has been weakened by years of low-intensity counterinsurgency operations, making it less prepared for a high-intensity conflict with a near-peer competitor like Iran.
  • Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: The conflict is a distraction from the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Israel is using aid traps to humiliate Palestinians.
  • Privatization of Gaza: The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and other organizations are part of a larger effort to privatize security, aid distribution, and eventually real estate and construction in the Gaza Strip. This is part of a Gaza 2035 plan.
  • Gulf States’ Role: The Abraham Accords have led to increased cooperation between Israel and some Arab Gulf states, with these states providing support to Israel in its conflict with Iran.

Highlights:

  • Mnar Adley emphasizes the significant damage inflicted on Israel during the recent conflict and the role of regional resistance groups in supporting Iran. She also highlights the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel’s attempts to distract from it.
  • Greg Stoker discusses the complex integrated air defense system used to protect Israel and its failure to prevent Iranian strikes. He also points out the US military’s supply chain issues and lack of preparedness for a high-intensity conflict. He details the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation as a for-profit grift.
  • Elina Xenophontos focuses on the economic factors driving the conflict and the US’s efforts to contain Iran’s growing influence in the region. She also discusses the Gaza 2035 plan and the potential for a joint Arab leadership over the Gaza Strip.

About Channel:

Journalism and Analysis from an Anti-imperialist Perspective

Host of the popular geopolitics YouTube channel under the same name. Long-time anti-empire and geopolitical analyst and journalist for publications such as CGTN and Black Agenda Report.

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