Episode 24 - Is ISIS an Israeli Entity?

In this solo episode, Amanda discusses the propaganda and rhetoric used by Iran to blame Israel and Saudi Arabia for various issues. She explains the Russian-Iranian tie and the role of Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia. Amanda also delves into the attacks in Iran and Russia, highlighting the messaging behind them. She explores the relationship between ISIS and Hamas, and the importance of statehood in combating extremist ideologies. Amanda concludes by addressing the absurdity of blaming Israel for recent events. Takeaways Iran uses propaganda and rhetoric to blame Israel and Saudi Arabia for various issues. The Russian-Iranian tie and the role of Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia are important factors in understanding the region. The attacks in Iran and Russia were used as opportunities to reinforce anti-Israel and anti-Saudi sentiments. The relationship between ISIS and Hamas highlights the complexities of Middle East geopolitics. Statehood plays a significant role in combating extremist ideologies. Sources: Islamic extremism being the source of Arab countries demise: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5nJzgzCKGfRv7wV1bmOEPa?si=5533299ea00d418f Propoganda in war: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RSsMC8SirPb1mO7JstxS8?si=4079ec5ad36a458d  Khaybar ballistic missile used by Iran in Syria: https://www.fdd.org/analysis/op_eds/2024/01/31/irans-khaybar-shekan-the-missile-used-by-tehran-to-attack-in-syria/  Khaybar chant: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khaybar_Khaybar_ya_yahud  Follow me on social media: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/a__pet⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/a__pet/⁠  Podcast Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/greatworkpod/⁠  Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@a__pet⁠  All of my links: ⁠sprouter.app/greatworkpod⁠