Dr. Mohammad Marandi joins former CIA officer John Kiriakou from Tehran to describe what daily life is like as Iran faces ongoing airstrikes and escalating regional tensions. Marandi recounts the fear and uncertainty experienced by civilians, the targeting of infrastructure, and the impact of the conflict on ordinary people. He also discusses how Iranians are responding internally, including large public gatherings in defiance of the attacks and a growing sense of national solidarity under pressure.The conversation also examines the broader geopolitical context of the war, including Western media narratives, the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader, the debate surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, and the potential for the conflict to expand across the Middle East. Marandi shares his perspective on Iran’s military capabilities, the strategic calculations on all sides, and what a possible end to the conflict could look like if tensions continue to escalate.#Iran#MiddleEast#Geopolitics#IranWar#johnkiriakou 00:59 Life in Tehran During the Bombing01:35 Civilian Targets & “Double Tap” Airstrikes03:35 Media Narratives vs Reality of the War06:02 Public Gatherings in Tehran Despite Bombardment07:02 Alleged War Crimes & Attacks on Schools and Hospitals10:10 Iran’s Underground Military Infrastructure14:08 Assassination of the Supreme Leader & Its Impact24:19 Living Under Constant Bombing26:10 What Victory or Defeat Looks Like in This War36:04 Iran’s Nuclear Program Debate45:29 Could the Conflict Expand Into a Regional War?Also thanks to our Sponsors:Get your complimentary Gold Guide here!Visit https://JohnLovesGold.com to get your free copy now or call (888) GOLD-053. This might be your last quiet window before everyone else sees what’s coming.Get your All Family Pharmacy Discount here! https://allfamilypharmacy.com/john/10% code: JOHN10👍 LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to support independent journalism, Thank You for tuning in!!