In this episode of Al Sharq Youth, Abdur Rahman Nasser interviews Dr. Abdel Qader Faiz, an expert in Iranian studies, about Iran's vision in the region and the "resistance axis." They discuss the origins and evolution of the resistance movement, tracing its roots back to the Iran-Iraq war and the post-revolution landscape. The conversation covers Iran's strategic thinking, its relationships with groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, and the impact of events like the Arab Spring and the assassination of Qassem Soleimani. The discussion also explores Iran's complex relationship with the United States, its nuclear ambitions, and the challenges it faces in the current geopolitical climate, particularly after October 7, ultimately questioning the future and form of the resistance axis.
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