EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 1H 25M
Iranian Diaspora vs The Shi'a (Ft. Hassan Al-Qadri)
from After Maghrib 🌙 · host After Maghrib
The Islamic Republic of Iran is under global scrutiny as US President Donald Trump signals a possible military strike, raising fears of war and regional collapse. Where should Shia Muslims stand if Iran’s leadership falls? How do we turn to God in times of uncertainty, and emphasise the need for religious unity?As tensions between Iran and the United States escalate, the consequences could be catastrophic for the Middle East and the wider Shia world. In this episode, Sheikh Hassan Al-Qadri explores what may happen if the Ayatollah and the Islamic Republic collapse, whether there is a viable alternative political system for Iran, or if regime change would only deepen the suffering of the Iranian people.The discussion also addresses the global protests against Iran, questioning whether these movements are genuine grassroots expressions or Western-backed efforts aimed at further destabilising the country. Our guest also shares his personal experience of being attacked by mobs in London, highlighting the growing divisions within the Iranian diaspora.All views expressed in this episode are those of the speaker and are not necessarily representative of After Maghrib. This episode offers an important Shia spiritual perspective on war, geopolitics, Iran, Trump’s policies, regime change, and the future of the region.
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The Islamic Republic of Iran is under global scrutiny as US President Donald Trump signals a possible military strike, raising fears of war and regional collapse. Where should Shia Muslims stand if Iran’s leadership falls? How do we turn to God in times of uncertainty, and emphasise the need for religious unity?As tensions between Iran and the United States escalate, the consequences could be catastrophic for the Middle East and the wider Shia world. In this episode, Sheikh Hassan Al-Qadri explores what may happen if the Ayatollah and the Islamic Republic collapse, whether there is a viable alternative political system for Iran, or if regime change would only deepen the suffering of the Iranian people.The discussion also addresses the global protests against Iran, questioning whether these movements are genuine grassroots expressions or Western-backed efforts aimed at further destabilising the country. Our guest also shares his personal experience of being attacked by mobs in London, highlighting the growing divisions within the Iranian diaspora.All views expressed in this episode are those of the speaker and are not necessarily representative of After Maghrib. This episode offers an important Shia spiritual perspective on war, geopolitics, Iran, Trump’s policies, regime change, and the future of the region.
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