From guns to votes? Iran's plan in Iraq and why it matters | Eye for Iran | EP 76

From guns to votes? Iran's plan in Iraq and why it matters | Eye for Iran | EP 76

Author: Iran International English November 7, 2025 Duration: 47:56
Tehran is allegedly urging its Shia militias in Iraq to swap guns for ballots in a shift that could reshape Baghdad’s power balance and test Washington’s resolve.

“Iraq may become, in a very odd way, the Achilles heel of the Trump administration,” said historian Dr Shahram Kholdi on Eye for Iran.

Jay Solomon, author of the Iran Wars, said that while Tehran is “on its back foot,” it remains “committed to rebuilding its proxy network."

Alex Vatanka, Director of the Iran Program at the Middle East Institute, added that “the regime is trying to rebuild” rather than reform.

This week, host Negar Mojtahedi and her three guests also examine Iran’s nuclear standoff, Khamenei’s praise for the 1979 embassy takeover and the suspicious death of dissident Omid Sarlak.

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Each week, Negar Mojtahedi brings a necessary depth to the complex and rapidly evolving situation in Iran, moving past the simplified news cycles. This Eye For Iran podcast from Iran International English provides a crucial space for context, built on high-impact investigations and conversations that clarify the forces shaping the country and its global relations. You'll hear from experts and voices with firsthand insight, dissecting political shifts, social movements, and economic realities with a nuanced perspective. The analysis aims to connect dots for a clearer picture of what's happening behind the headlines, focusing on the stories with lasting significance. Tuning in means engaging with a detailed, thoughtful examination of developments both within Iran and in its interactions with the wider world. It’s for anyone seeking a more substantive understanding than daily reports can offer, delivered through compelling interviews and thorough reporting that respects the complexity of the subject. This weekly dialogue becomes an essential resource for piecing together the larger narrative.
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