Former U.S. National Security Official: Iran's Long-Term Strategy

Could the Islamic Republic be preparing an October 7-style attack against the United States? Former U.S. national security official Bijan Kian warns that Iran's threat extends far beyond its nuclear program, arguing that Washington is still dangerously underestimating the regime's long-term strategy. He explains why the IRGC and Iran's regular military can no longer be viewed separately, exposes the growing military partnership between Tehran and Moscow and discusses how foreign influence operations may be shaping U.S. policy toward Iran. Kian also weighs in on the future of the Islamic Republic and why he believes the current pause in fighting is not the end of the conflict but the calm before the next decisive phase.