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In the latest broadcast of "Crooked and Straight," Miguel Morgado delves into the escalating geopolitical tensions between the USA, Israel, and Iran.
Let's take a step back and look at the historical timeline. The relationship between these nations has been a complex dance of military, ideological, and geo-political maneuvers spanning decades.
The US and Israel's concerns over Iran's nuclear program and regional influence have led to direct and covert military actions. For instance, in June 2025, Israel launched surprise attacks, targeting Iranian nuclear and military facilities, while the US struck major Iranian nuclear sites with advanced weaponry like B-2 bombers and Tomahawk missiles.
Iran, however, didn't stand idly by. In response, they launched missile attacks on Israeli cities and US military bases in Qatar and Iraq, marking the first-ever direct Iranian missile strikes on Israel. This volatile dance of attacks and counterattacks began in 2025, but the roots of this conflict go much deeper.
Iran's shift into an authoritarian regime can be traced back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. The revolutionary government, severing ties with Israel, designated it as a major enemy. Since then, Iran has been an unyielding thorn in the side of Israel and the West.
Post-revolution, Iran's government imposed strict religious and political controls, suppressing dissent and reducing freedom. Their hostility towards Israel and the West intensified with their nuclear ambitions becoming a focal point of international concern. This led to sanctions and diplomatic isolation, fueling accusations of espionage and provoking crackdowns on political opposition, the press, and civil society.
In summary, the US and Israel's attacks on Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure are driven by fears of a potential nuclear-armed Iran that poses a threat to Israel's existence and global stability. These attacks have led to open conflict, marked by direct military strikes, proxy wars, and diplomatic standoffs that continue to destabilize the Middle East region.
Tune in to "Crooked and Straight" every Monday on SIC Notícias at 10 PM and the next day in podcast. As a former advisor to the Prime Minister and a deputy to the Assembly of the Republic, Miguel Morgado brings keen insight and analysis to this ever-evolving story.
Politics and legislation are intertwined in the ongoing war-and-conflicts between the USA, Israel, and Iran, with policies shaping responses to Iran's nuclear program and regional influence. General news outlets often cover the crime-and-justice aspects, such as the escalating attacks and counterattacks, sanctions, and diplomatic standoffs, adding to the complexity of this conflict that dates back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran. The dance of military, ideological, and geo-political maneuvers, combined with the ever-present threat of escalation, radically impacts the Middle East region, making it a significant point of general-news interest.
